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Live Performance
Concert Band
We are a local community band for adults and our aim is to enjoy making music as well as raising money for charity.
We are a friendly group and new members are always welcome. There are no auditions - you just need to be able to read music and have a level of proficiency on your instrument to enable you to get the most out of the music and the experience within the band. If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a member, please get in touch via our website.
Our origins date back 20 years and we have been growing in size and reputation ever since. We now have around 35 members who meet every week to play a wide repertoire of music under the baton of our Musical Director Wesley Carroll. To broaden our experience further, we have recently formed ensembles which rehearse weekly in rotation following our main rehearsal.
The band regularly perform around the Ashford area; we play at summer fetes, on our town bandstand and other local bandstands too, at celebratory and commemorative events and wherever else we are invited! We have established our own annual Christmas concert where we raise funds for local charities chosen by the band. If you wish to book us for an event, please get in touch via our website.
Rehearsals take place Thursday evenings from 7pm-8.30pm at the John Wesley Primary School, John Wesley School Road, Singleton, Ashford, Kent, TN23 5LW and we are very grateful to the Head and School Governors of the School for the use of their facilities. Membership fees are a modest £12 per month.
St Mary the Virgin Church, a Grade I listed edifice, stands as a profound civic and cultural asset at the heart of Ashford. Its ancient stones, first referenced in the Domesday Book, have witnessed centuries of local life, evolving from a place of worship into a dynamic community hub. Today, it actively partners with Revelation Ashford, an Arts Trust, to host a diverse programme of concerts, performances, and significant civic gatherings, ensuring its continued relevance and accessibility for all.
Within its cruciform structure, the interior presents a compelling blend of historical gravitas and contemporary functionality. The substantial central tower, a testament to 15th-century craftsmanship, presides over a space thoughtfully re-ordered in recent years. One experiences the cool, smooth expanse of German limestone underfoot, complemented by a sophisticated lighting system that artfully illuminates the architectural details and adapts to various events.
Surrounding the church, a peaceful churchyard offers a tranquil outdoor space for reflection or informal gathering. Practical considerations are well-addressed, with comprehensive accessibility features including an accessible toilet, hearing loop, and large print materials. For events, a bar facility provides refreshments, often featuring local Kentish produce.
This venerable building, easily reached by public transport and with nearby parking, remains a vital point of connection, offering both spiritual solace and cultural enrichment to the wider community.
In support of Crossroads Care East Kent.
Please call Tony Shaw (01233 634355) for more information or
to book your tickets- we look forward to seeing you there!
Tufton Street,
Ashford,
Kent,
England,
TN23 1QG.
01233 664 820
