Martlesham Brass

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About Martlesham brass Martlesham Brass was
formed on 13th September 1996. In response to a
great demand from brass musicians in the
Martlesham area an organisation was set up with
an original membership of 26 musicians and three
Bandleaders. The idea behind the group is to
provide an opportunity for people in and around
the Martlesham area to learn to play brass
instruments at minimal cost. Since our
formation, we have grown very quickly. We now
have six Bandleaders, several Assistant
Bandleaders and a very strong training structure.
The band is run by its main committee which meets
once a month. Martlesham Brass is split into 4
bands (beginners, preliminaries, intermediates
and main). Most people play in one band only,
with new entrants being placed in a band
depending on musical ability. No previous
experience is required to join Martlesham Brass -
all we ask for from our members is enthusiasm and
a willingness to learn. The average age of the
band is about 16, although we do have members as
young as six and as old as 90. Our main Friday
practice takes place at St Michael's Church
Centre with an additional smaller practice being
held on Wednesday evenings at Beacon Hill primary
school. As far as the musical ability of the band
goes, the standard of performance has improved
beyond all recognition since we started. Both
traditional brass band music and more modern
popular arrangements are performed. Over the
years, we have discovered that Martlesham is a
village with a great community spirit. We believe
that the addition of a brass band to its
attractions gives a lot of pleasure to its
inhabitants. Thank you for your support.
Martlesham Brass
SUMMER FAIR
Saturday 21st June
Program
Price - 0.20 pence
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Program of Events 200pm Official
opening 200pm Main Band Conductor Bruce
Eyley 230pm Preliminary Band Conductor Ian
Harvey 315pm Beginners Band Conductor David
Hindmarsh 330pm Intermediate Band Conductor
Paul Benyon 420pm Main Band Finale Conductor
Bruce Eyley to include Grand draw and prize
giving
Attractions - Tombola and chocolate
tombola - Whiskey Game - Horse Racing - Giant
Jenga - Spin and win - Coconut Shy - Hook a
duck - Play your card right! - Matchstick
Game - Golf and putting competitions
Refreshments Cake stall, Bar BQ, Teas and Coffees