General News
Rehearsal Venue Changes
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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Junior Band
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
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The Hymn Tune Cranbrook
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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Raising Funds
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Musical Director
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