On Saturday, 29 September 2018, the Belfast Sydenham Band presented “The Last Night of the Proms” at the Belfast Sydenham Salvation Army hall. A fantastic time with a varied musical program for all.
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Birmingham Citadel Band 125th Anniversary Gala
The Ruddick Arts Centre, Edgbaston was the venue for the commencement of Birmingham Citadel Band’s 125th Anniversary celebrations on Saturday, 22 September 2018. A weekend which, as it progressed, conjured up many happy memories of the band’s consistent ministry in Birmingham and further afield over the years.
Tags: Adrian AllmanBert LangworthyBirmingham Citadel BandBram WilliamsconcertDavid NicholsonGavin LamploughGraham DaffGraham LamploughKeith WattsPaul Sharmanrehearsalspecial eventWesley Kendrick
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Concert Jumellé in Kintambo
Kintambo Band (Bandmaster Sergeant Henri Makanda Nkodia) shared the stage with the Matete Band (Bandmaster Sergeant Achille Ngombi) in the Kintambo hall on 19 August 2018, offering a praise and worship concert for the glory of God.
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Birmingham Citadel Pre-Contest Concert
It is now sixteen years since the first invitation was given to the Birmingham Citadel Band (Bandmaster Gavin Lamplough) to provide a program of music in the foyer of Symphony Hall prior to the British Open Brass Band Championship. This year’s concert was on Saturday, 8 September 2018.
Tags: Birmingham Citadel BandBritish OpenDavid TaylorGavin LamploughGeorge DickensGeorge WhittinghamMark SharmanPre-Contest Festival
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Amsterdam Staff Band September Weekend
The Amsterdam Staff Band (Bandmaster Olaf Ritman) had high expectations for their first ministry weekend after the summer break. In addition to the usual concerts and worship opportunities, the band was privileged to provide music for the wedding of one of its members.
Tags: Amsterdam Staff BandconcertCor NieuwlandEdeGerald TroostHanneke NieuwlandHans van den HoekJorijn van HeseJulian RitmanMichel Rosenquistministry weekendNelinda TroostOlaf Ritmanoutdoor concertStefan Nieuwlandweddingworship service
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National Capital Band Supports Soldiers Rally
The National Capital Band (Bandmaster Dr. Steve Kellner) was privileged to support a Soldiers Rally sponsored by the National Capital Area Command. The rally was held at the Montgomery County (Maryland) Corps on Sunday, 30 September 2018. Special guests for the evening were the comedy duo Bean and Bailey.
Tags: Alvaro PorrasBean and BaileyCarmen OwensJames HallJohn ReevesNaKisha CarrNational Capital Bandrallyspecial eventSteve Kellner
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Worthing Citadel Proms Night
On Saturday, 22 September 2018, the Worthing Citadel Band (Bandmaster Alan Slator), Worthing Citadel Songsters (Songster Leader Wendy McDaniel), and the Community Spirit Choir presented a “Last Night of the Proms Concert” in aid of “The Big Collection”. Special guest for the evening was Ira Thomas, Regional Music Specialist for the West Malling Region.
Tags: Alan SlatorbenefitCommunity Spirit ChoirconcertIra ThomasWendy McDanielWorthing CitadelWorthing Citadel BandWorthing Citadel Songsters
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Fellowship Band Supports South London Celebration
On Saturday, 15 September 2018, the South London Fellowship Band (Bandmaster Darrell Scholes) was at William Booth College in support of the South London Division’s Celebration weekend. The day included an outdoor concert and support of the afternoon Celebration meeting.
Tags: Adrian HorwoodBrian PeddleCraig FinchDarrell Scholesjohn MoyeKevin StanburyMaurice Horwoodoutdoor concertRosalie PeddleSouth London DivisionSouth London Fellowship Bandspecial eventWilliam Booth College
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Salvo Brass New Season and Personnel Updates
Salvo Brass (Musical Director John Broadhurst) met for its first rehearsal of the season on 7 September 2018. The band also reports a few personnel changes.
Tags: Brendan RaynerGary RoseGIles CoultasJohn BroadhurstMax RogerspersonnelrehearsalSalvo BrassSam McCoy
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ISB Begins Rehearsals for New Season
The ISB (Bandmaster Dr. Stephen Cobb) began rehearsals for the new season on 5 September 2018. The band welcomed some new members, acknowledged the service of departing members, and welcomed visitor and former member Major George Whittingham.
Tags: appointmentfarewellGeorge WhittinghamInternational Staff BandMartin BlessettMartin TipladyPaul SharmanrehearsalStephen CobbTom NeilsenTrevor CaffullWill Hudson
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