We were excited to be playing at Studham May Fair again this year, before and after the crowning of the May Queen and the maypole dancing. It was especially pleasing that we were joined by two players making their debut with us, Seth from the Youth Band, and Christine from the Adult Training Band, who …
What a huge success our Spring Concert was! We were delighted to be able to feature three brass bands, with St Albans City Band’s Community Band joined by our Adult Training Band and Welwyn Garden City Band for an evening of great music following a “Song and Dance” theme. There are a few clips and …
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We are thrilled to confirm that, after a successful period as Interim Musical Director, Nicholas Garman will be joining us from the 1st of May 2024 as our Musical Director. Nicholas has a deep connection with St Albans City Band having played cornet with us and conducted us many times over several decades. He has also …
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We had an astonishing 27 brass players in our band room this week! It was tremendous to welcome Welwyn Garden City Band as we prepare for our Spring Concert 2024. Get your tickets now!
Our Adult Training Band have been playing hard and having fun in preparation for our 27th April Spring concert. Please show your appreciation in particular to baritone player, Patrick, who will be the recently established band’s first ever soloist, playing ‘A Whole New World’ from Aladdin! If you would like to join in the fun, …
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Our Youth band goes from strength to strength, under the leadership of Simon and Deirdre, and have been making some great music this term. All details on how to join and to sign up are here: St Albans City Youth Band – St Albans City Band (stalbansband.co.uk)
Our very own Adult Training Band leader Beth featured on CBeebies Musical Storyland with the BBC Philharmonic, playing the trombone! ALWAYS WANTED TO PLAY A BRASS INSTRUMENT? Learn from an inspiring TV-famous brass player for free for a term, including the loan of an instrument if you need one. There is no catch! Sign up …
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Thank you, John!
It was so lovely to round off an exciting year with an excellent Annual Meeting, including mince pies and favourite carol discussion, followed by a massed band playing of most of those named! See you in the New Year, everyone! View this post on Instagram A post shared by St Albans City Band (@stalbansbrass)
Our adult training bands, who all began playing with us this year, enjoyed a wonderful Carols in the Band Room celebration this week. Congratulations to Beth on your inspirational leadership, and well done everyone. It’s amazing how far you’ve come. Join in the fun! Sign up for our next cohort here!