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Antiphonary | Brass Band of Central England, Steve Phillips, 'The Power of Harmony', All Saints Church, Priory Terrace, Leamington Spa, CV31 1AA

September 19, 2026

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There's nothing as glorious as the sound of a brass band, the close harmony of a barbershop chorus, or the uplifting power of a church organ. This concert promises to deliver it all!

Featuring the Brass Band of Central England, the Silver Lining Chorus, with a special performance of The Finale from Saint-Saëns' Organ Symphony for brass band and organ, with special guest Organist Rachel Mahon (as featured at the BBC Proms).

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£17.34 (£16.00 + £1.34 booking fee) | under 18s free | Concessions £13.01 (£12.00 + £1.01 booking fee) (OAPs, students, disabled)

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Serenata | Lydbrook Band, Col. David Barringer, Holy Jesus Church, Lydbrook

September 20, 2026

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Lydbrook’s Heritage in Music and Words
Join the award-winning Lydbrook Band for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the rich history, culture, and community spirit of this Forest of Dean village.

This spectacular heritage concert weaves together a captivating spoken narration of Lydbrook’s past with powerful, evocative brass music. It is a true celebration of local identity, charting the journey of the valley from its industrial roots to the vibrant community it is today.

Featuring World-Class Homegrown Talent
We are thrilled to welcome home a true local star as our guest soloist. Jack Lythaby, a Lydbrook native and the phenomenal Principal Horn for the world-famous Tredegar Band, will take the stage to deliver a breathtaking solo performance.

Don't miss this unique afternoon of music, memory, and local pride. Bring your family, support your local band, and experience the history of Lydbrook like never before!

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£10 on the door | children 16 and under free

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Beyond the Light | Athena Brass Band, Jessica Sneeringer, The MidWest Clinic, Chicago

December 16, 2026

McCormick Place West, Chicago, IL, USA

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The Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Conference is the world's largest instrumental music education conference, annually drawing approximately 17,000 attendees to Chicago from all 50 states and as many as forty countries.

The Midwest Clinic annual conference offers engaging learning opportunities for high school students, college music majors, new teachers, veteran teachers, and music administrators. Attendees may choose from 100+ clinics presented by leaders in the profession, aimed at teaching specific instruments or sections, conducting and rehearsal techniques, administering a music program, developing strategies for recruitment and retention, strengthening strategies for music advocacy, teaching improvisation and composition, and implementing technology. Two cornerstones of the conference are the Reading Sessions, that highlight new music publications, and the Rehearsal Labs, that demonstrate best teaching practices.Throughout the conference, Performances are presented by a variety of musical groups from around the world, including: string orchestras, concert bands, wind ensembles, jazz ensembles or combos, and a variety of chamber groups. Musicians in these ensembles range from elementary, middle, and high school students, college and university students, adult community organizations, professional musicians, and the premiere performers of The United States Military.

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THE SOUTHWEST OPEN YOUTH ORCHESTRA’S ‘SILVER ROSE’ SOUND, BY LIZ LANE

Guest on Radio 4 Saturday Live

Guest on Radio 4 Saturday Live

HM Royal Marines Band give world premiere of 'Serenata'

HM Royal Marines Band give world premiere of 'Serenata'

Serenata broadcast for the third time on Radio 3

Serenata broadcast for the third time on Radio 3

Antiphonary | Brass Band of Central England, Steve Phillips, 'The Power of Harmony', All Saints Church, Priory Terrace, Leamington Spa, CV31 1AA

Serenata | Lydbrook Band, Col. David Barringer, Holy Jesus Church, Lydbrook

Beyond the Light | Athena Brass Band, Jessica Sneeringer, The MidWest Clinic, Chicago