The first week of December has seen small brass chamber groups from Wells City Band already out and about in the locality as Christmastide starts. Earlier in the week WCB players performed to the Wells Fibrosis Group. At the weekend at a Moorland Christmas Fayre (pictured). Not to be out done our Academy performed to… Continue reading Christmas Performances
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Bishop’s Palace Artisan Christmas Fair
As autumn transitions to winter so our annual performance at the Artisan Christmas Fair with the beautiful backdrop of Bishop's Palace signalled the end of our autumn concert season and the beginning of our winter season of performances.A rough head count by our back stage team saw just over 100 people gathered around the band… Continue reading Bishop’s Palace Artisan Christmas Fair
Remembrance Day
Community work is an important part of what we do at Wells City Band. Bringing live music to those who might not otherwise experience a brass band means a great deal to us.We were honoured to take part in the Remembrance Day commemorations. It was a privilege to share the solemn and reflective music of… Continue reading Remembrance Day
Autumn Concerts
Last Saturday, our annual Bridgwater Carnival Day lunchtime concert at St Mary’s Church drew our biggest crowd in eight years. It was the band’s first opportunity to showcase the new concert uniform, which still proudly retains the band’s historic colours of maroon and black. A new format of three half-hour sets featuring an eclectic mix… Continue reading Autumn Concerts
Singing for the Brain
A huge shout out from us to Singing for the Brain in Wells led by Eliza Wylie who every Wednesday morning brings live music and dance together to support people with their mental health. We were delighted that Eliza invited us along again. A brass chamber ensemble from Wells City Band provided live music for… Continue reading Singing for the Brain