Where it was once a longstanding tradition for the villages in and around West Yorkshire to have a 'Village Band', few have managed to survive and those which haven't have dwindled into nothing more than a distant memory. The Wilsden Band is different. We've grown dramatically since our start in 1981 and have a wide range of experience when it comes to our players.
In the Autumn of 2006, the band was taken under the leadership of Conductor and Musical Director, Ken Lee. Since then, the band has played numerous concerts throughout the Winter season, most notable the Friend's Concert in October and the Christmas Concert at Cullingworth in December. A full and varied concert schedule is planned for 2008 with numerous Concerts, Park Jobs and Private Functions dotted around the calendar.
The band is modelled on a traditional Brass Band arrangement and consists of a Cornet section, with front and back row, Horns, Baritones and Euphoniums, Trombones, Basses and a Percussion section.
Currently, the band is looking for players who can play the following instruments:
Cornet
Bb Bass
We are happy to offer any budding players, the use of a band instrument.
If you, or anyone you know, expresses interest in coming along for a 'blow' on a Sunday morning, do not hesitate to contact us now!
The band currently rehearses every Sunday morning from 9:30am until 12 noon at the Wilsden Village Hall. New players and spectators are welcome, although it is advisable to check with Shelley (on 07371 731876) before you come along, to make sure there is a rehearsal! See the Contact page for more details.
