Sounding Brass 2014.
Friday 28th. November was the day. Haslemere Town Band performed their first annual 'Sounding Brass' under the baton of their new Musical Director, Mark McLauchlin and a full band, arrayed in their royal blue and silver uniforms were ready for the baton to fall. The Church of St Christopher, at Weyhill, Haslemere, was full of eager listeners including the Mayor of Waverley and the Mayor of Haslemere with their consorts. Tony Waddell, our Band President and many friends of the Band were there.
The programme was made up of film themes and tunes from stage musicals. The first piece was the lively march 'Colonel Bogey,' which was used in the film 'Bridge On The River Kwai.' and 'Breezing Down Broadway' followed. It was fun to pick out all the different tunes. Steve Hubbard, our solo cornet player played 'The Rose' featured in the Bette Midler film and Bryony Dyer, our solo horn player performed a lovely theme from 'Titanic' 'My Heart Will Go On' . The last piece was a selection from 'Wicked', the West End show which continues the story of 'The Wizard of Oz' and music which Mark informed the audience was 'challenging' for the Band to learn. It was, but I think we did it justice in the end.
Band members extend heart-felt thanks to the kind players from other Bands who came to help us out and again send an S.O.S to new players to come along and join us.
I have read some lovely comments on Facebook and as not everyone is a Facebook addict I have repeated them here. June Wright.
Nick Beare said the band put in a fantastic performance tonight at St Christophers' church. "We are lucky enough to have a very talented and determined Musical Director, Mark McLauchlin. We received a rousing standing ovation by our Audience. Those who couldn't make it, very bad luck, you missed a real treat!"
Mark said he was very proud and happy. "Haslemere Town Band really pulled it out of the bag tonight and I couldn't be happier!!! Thanks to all who came along to help out and those who came to support us. Onwards and upwards."
Bryan Herman, "Fantastic reception from the audience and every person I spoke to, including the Mayoress's husband, thoroughly enjoyed it."
Bryony Dyer. "I can't quite remember a HTB concert quite like it! Well done matey! Couldn't have done it without your hard work and determination ..... Looking forward to more Scottish motivation."
Grahame Robinson. "My good lady, who does not like brass band music but comes to concerts as my roadie,( and very grateful I am too.) stated that we sounded crisp and the best she has ever heard us play ..this is praise indeed. Very well done Mark ."
Lee Woodward. "Back after a very enjoyable evening listening to Haslemere Town band. Well done all, especially Mark McLauchlin!"
June Wright. "Mark McLaughlin is the best thing since sliced haggis."
June 5th 2014 AGM
Don't
forget that the AGM will take place on Thursday at 7.30pm.
The meeting will
be held first and then hopefully we will be able to
have a short rehearsal.Please get involved in the running of the band and put your name forward to be a committee member.
May 2014
March 2014
The
band have appointed Mark McLauchlin as Musical Director.
Mark is currently the Principal Cornet with Sandhurst Band.
January 2014
The band are actively
seeking a new Musical Director.
In the meantime
Maurice Wright is conducting and the band is busy rehearsing pieces for
our summer engagements.
November 2013
Our "Sounding Brass" concert in the Haslemere Hall was a resounding success. Daniel Thomas, Principal Euphonium with Tredegar Town Band gave a highly confident performance which was much appreciated.
August 2013
We are delighted to announce this year's annual concert
"Sounding Brass" will take place at Haslemere Hall
on Saturday 2nd November featuring guest soloist Daniel
Thomas. Daniel is Principal Euphonium with 2013 Welsh Open
Champions Tredegar Town Band. We hope to see
you all there for what promises to be
a wonderful evening of entertainment. Tickets are on sale now online
Alternatively, please contact Haslemere Hall Box Office on (01428)
642161 or via
email.
Please click here for further details of
the concert, or email
us directly.
Our Training Band has been selected to receive a donation from the Waitrose Community Matters
scheme
to further their great work in the Haslemere Community. Our grateful
thanks go out to all involved. If you or someone you know are
interested in learning to play an instrument click
here to find out more about the training band!
July 2013
The band performed our annual engagement at Albury Produce Show on 20th July where our programme was well received by a large enthusiastic audience. We all very much enjoyed the event, and are already looking forward to next year!
June 2013
30th June was Shannon Court garden party, where the band's playing was enjoyed by all who attended. Photos from the day can be found on our gallery page.
29th June the band performed at Easebourne
village fete. We all really enjoyed performing in such a beautiful
setting, and the packed programme of athletics provided welcome relief
between pieces on what was a scorching summers day. A selection of
photographs from this event can be found on our
gallery page.
The band
performed at Gostrey Meadow Farnham on 16th June,
where an enjoyable afternoon was had by all, despite the weather
initially threatening to spoil things!
May 2013
The band performed at Guildford bandstand on May 26th where, unbeknownst to most of us, we were being filmed by a member of the audience (eek!) The videos can be found on our gallery and Youtube pages.