Welcome!
Stannary Brass Band was formed in 1995 and is based in Tavistock, Devon. It's objective is "to maintain, improve and advance the education of the public through the promotion and practice of brass band music".
Rehearsals
| Wednesdays | 7.30 - 9.30pm |
| Sundays | 10.30-12.30pm |
During August 2008 rehearsals will take place on Wednesday evenings only. There will be no Sunday morning sessions.
Players, or supporters, of any age or musical ability are welcome but we ask that you please contact us first on (01822) 612675. Beginners may be asked to wait until a vacancy becomes available.
Stannary Brass Band is grateful to the following businesses and individuals for their contributions to the instrument fund:
- Devonport Royal Naval Dockyard (DML)
- DML Sports and Social Club
- Carlton TV / ITV Westcountry
- Mansbridge and Balment Estate Agents
- Hollinshead & Co.
- Francis Clark accountants
- Edmunds of Tavistock
- Westmoor Veterinary Centre
- Rowett Insurance
- Harford Bridge Park
- Town Farm Veterinary Centre
- Mr. Arthur Smith
- Antex (Electronics) Ltd.
- West Devon Borough Council
- Tavistock Town Council
- Fulfords Estate Agents
- Lions Club of Tavistock
- Rotary Club of Tavistock
Thanks also to the many businesses in the Tavistock area that have given their support in various ways.
Stannary Brass Band is now a registered charity, no. 1091307.
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Chairmans report 2007
Another good year for the band and we invested significant levels of funds in purchasing new instruments during the year and are quickly approaching our goal of a complete set. Well done everyone.
All sections of the band are ....
Christmas concert 2007
On 15th December 2007 the band’s Christmas concert featured players from all sections. Some of the junior players found themselves performing in public for the very first time and in front of a large audience that filled St. Eustachius church. ....
Concert September 29th 2007
Stannary Brass Band's concert was front-page news for the Tavistock Times Gazette in October. The newspaper reported that there had been a light-hearted flavour to the concert, which was hosted by Tony Beard, the "Wag from Widecombe". His stories, songs ....