Information
Type
Symphonic Brass Band
Instruments
Brass
Level
Post-primary
Entry requirements
- New applicants – Successful audition consisting of own choice piece, sight-reading and scales/arpeggios
- Typically Grade 5+ on their Brass instrument
- Membership of this ensemble is £110 per annum
Contact Details
Music Centre
Belfast Office
Belfast Symphonic Brass rehearse on Thursday evenings from 6pm-8pm in Belfast Model School for Girls.
Under the guidance of Robert Briscoe, the band learn a broad repertoire, including Brass Band works and pop classics. Symphonic Brass are the only solely Brass ensemble based in the Belfast area.
Throughout the year, the band takes on a busy calendar of engagements including performances at Culture Night Belfast, Carols For All, Belfast Maritime Festival as well as charity fundraising events.
Rehearsal dates 2022/23
Term 1: Monday 5th September - Saturday 3rd December
Term 2: Friday 6th January - Monday 3rd April
Term 3: Monday 17th April - Monday 5th June
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