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Cobham Band is pleased to announce our summer concert!

All aboard the Cobham express for a musical tour around These Islands.

On Saturday 4th of July, the Cobham Band will take you on a journey around all corners of Britain and Ireland with a programme of music related to places we find on the way. We will tour a comprehensive range of genres – everything from heartfelt Irish folk song to Morris dancing, an epic tv theme, gospel, Beatles songs and brass band classics.

We’re especially pleased to spotlight some innovative music for brass band including a Liz Lane composition from 2021, an underplayed piece for band by Imogen Holst, and a world premiere arrangement of a prog rock classic by Jethro Tull.

Included in the fare is a set by the Cobham Training Band – our ensemble for young and older learners.

We look forward to seeing you on board!

You can find more information on the events page.

First time in 3rd section for Cobham Band playing Three Haworth Variations by Gordon Langford.

The band achieved 11th place in the London and Southern Counties Regional competition, with some really positive comments received from the adjudicators plus a few things to work on for the future.

It’s fair to say the band had a great day out and look forward to next year already!

Cobham Band proudly represented the London and South Eastern region at the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain, held in Cheltenham, delivering a performance that drew praise for its musicality and dynamic contrasts.

Under the baton of Will Wilkins, the band opened with a strong and confident start. The British Bandsman website commended the ensemble for its “good grasp on style and ensemble” and highlighted the “gorgeously metallic and bright sound” of the trombones. The chorale section was described as “smooth and luscious from the first chord – stunning playing from solo horn,” while the euphonium solo earned admiration for being “so smooth and clean.”

This was the band’s first ever qualification at the National Finals, and was competing with some excellent 4th Section bands from across the country. The overall impression was positive with the band coming 12th out of 17. One adjudicator summed it up:

“A solid performance with some good dynamic contrast. Soloists played well. Well done.”

Alex Gaze, a Cobham Band member, expressed his pride in the achievement:

“Competing at the National Finals is a huge milestone for us. The dedication of our players and the guidance of Will Wilkins have been outstanding. We’re thrilled to showcase Cobham’s talent on a national stage.”

Cobham Band also extends heartfelt thanks to the RC Sheriff’s Trust for their generous financial support, which made this journey possible.