The Maestro Returns On Saturday 26th November, eminent musician and tuba virtuoso Steve Sykes returned to play with the band in a concert supporting the Demelza charity. It had been such a long time since we last saw Steve that only 7 of the band members remained from his previous visit some 18 years earlier […]
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Due to dramatically increased rental costs for the Congregational Church in Cranbrook, the band have been forced to seek a new rehearsal venue. As a temporary measure we will be moving to Hawkhurst CEP School from the new year. We are now seeking a venue to be our permanent new home, if you have any
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We have a training band for those just starting their journey into brass music. Pupils at a number of primary schools in the area receive lessons from the training band’s musical director and attend rehearsals before the main band on a Thursday evening. Read More
The Hymn Tune Cranbrook was written in 1805 by Thomas Clark a shoemaker and Freeman of the City of Canterbury. The tune was used to accompany the Carol, While Shepherds Watched their Flocks by Night in the 19th century but is now better known as the folk song Ilkley Moor bah’t ‘at.
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Was written in 1805 by Thomas Clark. The tune was used to accompany the Carol, While Shepherds Watched their Flocks by Night in the 19th century but is now better known as the folk song Ilkley Moor bah’t ‘at. Read More
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The present Musical Director is Ian Lanceley. Since his appointment in November 1986 the band has responded extremely well to his enthusiastic teaching and has undoubtedly improved under his leadership. Read More
The band enjoys playing a variety of music and has a wide repertoire. Concert programs often include many different musical styles:- TV/Film Themes, Jazz, Classical, Rock and pieces specifically written for brass band. Read More
Cranbrook Town band are pleased to announce Steve Sykes as guest soloist at this years concert supporting the Demelza charity. Steve will also be running a Bass and Lower band workshop which is open to all “lower band” players. Both events will take place in Cranbrook on 26th November. Book early for the workshop as
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