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19th June - Kilsyth Civic Week The band is looking forward to holding another concert at the bandstand in Kilsyth. This will be part of the Kilsyth Civic Week celebrations and admission is free. Hopefully the weather will be set fair for an entertaining evening. Start time: 7:30pm. |
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Vacancies
We welcome enquiries for any section of the band. If you are interested in joining us, please visit our Vacancies page for more information.
We welcome enquiries for any section of the band. If you are interested in joining us, please visit our Vacancies page for more information.
News & Events
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10th May - Senior Citizens' Concert
The band was delighted to once again be part of the entertainment for the Senior Citizens' Concert, held at Burns & Old Parish Church and organized by the Rotary Club of Kilsyth. Many thanks to the Rotary Club for inviting us and providing refreshments for this enjoyable afternoon. Photographs by Wardrope Photography |
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8th May - VE Day Anniversary Event The band played a short programme at the Burngreen bandstand in Kilsyth as part of the VE Day 80th Anniversary. The weather was lovely and there were plenty of people enjoying this and other events taking place in Kilsyth. |
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8th March - Scottish Championships
On Saturday 8th March, we took to the stage in Perth Concert Hall to make our return to the Second Section. The Regional Test Piece was "Friendly Takeover" (by Oliver Waespi) and we were delighted to achieve 4th place which consolidates our position in the Second Section.
Many congratulations to Winners: Perthshire Brass; Second Place: Jedforest Instrumental; Third Place: Irvine & Dreghorn.
Full results Video
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17th February - A Visit from the Provost On 17th February, the band welcomed Provost Kenneth Duffy and Councillor Heather Brannan-McVey to a rehearsal to mark our 2024 successes and to kick off our 150th Anniversary year. Full story Photograph Courtesy of North Lanarkshire Council |
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Christmas Carols A big thank you to the local supermarkets who are once again allowing us to play for their customers this year:
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14th December - "Lights of Hope" Carol Service We joined forces with Stepps Songsters for the "Lights of Hope" Carol Service in support of the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. The event was held in the beautiful Banquet Hall in Glasgow City Chambers. |
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9th December - Community Carol Concert The band enjoyed once again providing the music for the annual Community Carol Concert, organised by the Rotary Club of Kilsyth. A great tradition of the festive season, the event was well-attended and the weather stayed dry. Photographs by Wardrope Photography |
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6th December - Christmas Concert Our Christmas Concert, held on Friday 6th December in Croy was sold out again this year. We played a wide and varied selection of pieces to an appreciative local audience. Photographs Video |
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1st December - "Carols From Near & Far"
The band enjoyed joining the Strathcarron Singers for their Christmas Concert: Carols From Near & Far. Through a variety of readings, poems and musical items we explored the world with Christmas Carols from around the world. The concert raised an amazing £1217.30 for Strathcarron Hospice. Thank you to the choir for inviting us to be part of this event and to the church for their wonderful hospitality. |
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10th November - Remembrance Sunday
The band provided music for Mass at Holy Cross Chapel in Croy followed by a short service outside at the Shrine to the Fallen.
The National Championships of Great Britain - 14th September
* 3RD PLACE*
After a summer of rehearsing and performing (and fundraising), the band was delighted to to be awarded third place in the Third Section Final at the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain. The band is very proud to bring silverware back to Croy. A huge thank you to everyone who helped us to make the long journey to Cheltenham. Visit the links below to find out more.
Conductor's remarks & full results Photographs Fundraising
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