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A wonderfully bright day graced our marquee for the morning performance, as we played between vintage sports races on the sunny south side of the Abbey. We played marches, theme tunes and a little jazz – with our smaller-than-usual complement performed spectacularly. Some band members took the opportunity to explore the historical Abbey during the interval, whilst others…

Our marquee was filled to bursting as there was a brilliant turn-out of band members; so much so that the poor souls at the edges were drenched by the sporadic downpours of rain! This did not succeed in dampening spirits, as many rousing tunes were played. The bagpipe player even collaborated on Highland Cathedral, creating…

On Sunday 3rd June we accompanied hymns in the Lacock Church during the special Jubilee service, as well as playing a few more entertaining pieces whilst the congregation (and tourists) enjoyed tea and biscuits. It was rather unusual for us to play with singers (other than carols) but went splendidly – with only a slight discrepancy…

In the grounds of Kington Manor, a huge array of traditional and not so traditional stalls and activities drew in people for miles around for the village fete. We played two sets, conducted excellently by our very own tenor horn player, Jane. A particularly apt combination was the Pirates of the Caribbean medley during the tortoise’s…