1886

Waltham St. Lawrence Silver Band

A traditional British brass band in the heart of the East Berkshire countryside, Waltham St. Lawrence Band was founded in 1886, and continues to make a significant contribution to local events. We are a non-contesting band, open to players of all levels of ability who want to make music for pleasure and entertain the public. You will find more details on the band's history and aims in the About Us page.
Christmas Concert
Voices in Accord joined the band for the Christmas Concert at Rose St Methodist Centre on 5th December .
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Brass Workshop
Derek BroadbentA workshop with Derek Broadbent will be held at the band room on 20th February. This event is open to everyone.
AGM
The AGM on 18 November elected Dave Oakes as Secretary. The Treasurer urges everyone to join the Draw Club.
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Other recent engagements:

  • 8th November: Remembrance Day parades in Waltham, Bray & Holyport.
  • 26th September: Autumn Concert at Wokingham Rose St Methodist centre.
  • 12th September: Waltham St. Lawrence Village Show
  • 6th September: Concert with the Tuesday Singers to raise funds for charity.
  • 31st August: Afternoon music at the Littlewick Green Show near Maidenhead.
  • 30th August: Afternoon bandstand performance in Forbury Gardens, Reading.

Charity:

As well as raising money for charities such as Action for Children through concerts, the band regularly sponsors a child in India via World Vision. Click here to view the latest report and photo we received from him

Exchange visit:

Under an exchange agreement with the German band Musikverein Friesheim (MVF), from Erfstadt, near Cologne, our bands visit each other every other year. In July 2010, MVF will be visiting Waltham (see Diary page). You can now click here to view a collection of photos from WSL Band's visit to Germany in June 2008.

Vacancies:

 New players are welcome to join the band at any time. At the moment, we have a vacancy on baritone, and another Bb bass would not go amiss. Come along for a blow (see Rehearsals for details) and see how you like us. Use the Contacts page form to enquire further.

Feedback:

 Let us know what you think of the band, this site, the price of fish, whatever - you can leave a public message in the Guestbook, or send a private one to the Secretary or Webmaster via the form in the Contacts page.

Support us!

 Instruments, uniforms, music etc. cost a tidy sum. Would you like to help our fundraising? Help keep music alive in your community! You could:

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