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Live Performance
Brass Band
Forming in September 2011, Ebbw Valley Brass was born following the merger of Cwm Town Band and Ebbw Vale Town Band.
Both of the former bands experienced low points in recent history following a decline in player numbers and general interest. With the two bands being in close proximity, the Committees openly expressed a desire to work together in order to ensure a sustainable future for brass banding in the Ebbw Valley and ensure that the heritage of music is maintained and developed. Ebbw Valley Brass was born and a new logo commissioned and designed to reflect the band’s new thinking and identity.
Under the leadership of the band’s Musical Director, Gareth Ritter, the band has built strong foundations on which to build a robust organisation that caters for everyone. The primary focus is to work with the community and develop these links in order to deliver a wide range of concerts and increase the image of brass banding.
The band has experienced considerable development in a short space of time. The band won over 35 trophies in its first year of competing, and continued the high levels of success with Welsh League Section 2 Champions (2015) and Welsh Regional Section 2 Champions (2015) being added to the list of achievements.
Ebbw Valley Brass completed a historic triple of National Final titles by winning Section 4 in 2013, Section 3 in 2014 and Section 2 in 2015.
The band is the first Welsh outfit to complete the triple in progressive sections in consecutive years.
In addition to this, the band won the Best Instrumentalist Prize at each of the three finals during the same timescale - an incredible feat for any band.
Caroline Symonds Gardens serves as a cherished public space within Ross-on-Wye, a focal point for community gatherings and a venue for diverse events. Its status as a well-known destination for local and regional happenings underscores its importance beyond a mere commercial enterprise, acting as a vital hub for cultural and social engagement.
The atmosphere within the gardens is one of open tranquility, with the gentle rustling of leaves providing a natural soundtrack. The air often carries the faint scent of damp earth and blooming flora, creating a refreshing sensory experience. The bandstand, a central feature, invites a sense of shared enjoyment and communal spirit.
Practical considerations are well-catered for, with accessible public conveniences available. The gardens themselves offer a pleasant, linear space, complemented by the adjacent Linear Arboretum, which showcases a variety of tree species. While specific event details vary, the venue frequently hosts music concerts, community festivals, and markets, drawing people together for shared experiences.
Part Of Proms In The Park
Wye Street,
Ross on Wye,
Herefordshire,
England,
HR9 7BX.
