Downton set for next generation

The Downton Band is getting ready to open its doors to a new generation of young players.

Friday, 28 August 2015

The Downton Band is set to launch its exciting new training band in September and is still keen to hear from any young players who want to take part and learn a brass or a percussion instrument.

Launch

The launch will take place on Wednesday September 16th with their first rehearsal at 6.00pm in Downton's band room on Gravel Close, Downton.

Cheap

Downton Musical Director Paul Williams told 4BR: "The new band is open to anyone who wishes to come along and learn how to play an instrument.

We have deliberately tried to make it as cheap — just £1 a week to enjoy expert tuition, a weekly rehearsal, plenty of performance opportunities and the loan of an instrument to take home to practice."

We have deliberately tried to make it as cheap — just £1 a week to enjoy expert tuition, a weekly rehearsal, plenty of performance opportunities and the loan of an instrument to take home to practiceMD, Paul Williams

Help

He added: "The band has been very fortunate to be supported by Wiltshire County Council's Community Grant scheme, Persimmon Homes Community Champions and the People's Postcode Lottery Trust.

This funding has allowed Downton to buy lots of new instruments that are now sitting on shelves waiting for new players!"

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us