Birthday Funday (for Respect Chesterton)

The event was to celebrate the Queen's 90th birthday, taking place on the Vicarage Lawns in Chesterton, Newcastle. A small group from the band provided music for the opening ceremony, and in the event following, including the National Anthem and Happy Birthday. It was a great oppurtunity to visit a traditional summer fete, with face painting, BBQ, stalls, fancy dress competition and a dog show. Other than one light shower, even the weather just about managed to hold out!

Keele University Music Extravanganza

The band joined forces with our friends, Keele University Symphonia Orchestra, in organising the second annual music extravanganza at Keele. It featured 7 different music ensembles accross the university campus, showcasing the talent and musicality students have to offer. With an extensive buffet, pudding and summer party games, it was a highly enjoyable afternoon of music making!

Whit Friday Marches

KUBB were kindly invited by our friends, Rode Hall Silver Band, to play with them at the annual Whit Friday marches in Saddleworth. A total of 7 villages were visited, with two marches played at each, the walking march and the standing march, the latter of which was adjudicated. It was a highly enjoyable evening,  and even the heavy rain that arrived later in the evening couldn't dampen anyone's spirits! 

St George's Day Extravangaza

KUBB joined forces with the legendary Foden's band for a fantastic day of music. Foden's led a free workshop during the afternoon for local brass players, with the help of Keele players. The pieces worked on during the session were then featured within the concert in the evening. Also featured were soloists from Keele, who got the oppurtunity to play their performaces accompnied by Foden's. Keele University Brass Band and Foden's both then performed a set each, showing off the skill and muscianship of both bands.

UniBrass 2016

The band performed at the world's only university brass band competition. Pitted against 16 other university bands from around the country, Keele performed a very traditional set and enjoyed every second of it.

A Not-so Silent Night!

The band were joined with Keele University Flute Choir, and performed an evening of festive music. The mix of songs, pop hits and Christmas carols went down a treat with the audience, and was a great way to get into the seasonal spirit!

Remembrance Concert

The band were joined by local band, and friends, Rode Hall Silver Band for a evening of remembrance. It was a lovely evening with a mix of music, from pieces of the wartime era to pieces which allowed for quiet reflection.