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Marshfield Band is led by experienced conductor and euphonium player Steve Ruddell, aka Barney, who became our conductor back in 2021.  Barney first joined the band at the age of 8, some time ago (he won't admit just how long!) and has remained a dedicated member ever since.  Barney was presented a certificate and badge to mark his place on the Gloucestershire Brass Band Association's Roll of Honour in 2022, in recognition of 50 years' service to the brass banding movement, in 2022.

Barney's not alone in this honour; flugel player extraordinaire Bev Williams also received his certificate and badge last year. Yet it's an equally friendly band for newcomers; we've also welcomed several talented new members into our existing ranks over the past couple of years.

If you're reading this and considering your next banding move, why not come and give us a try?

Vacancies

We are a friendly band who always welcome new players to our existing ranks. We'd love to hear from any bass, euphonium and cornet players who are looking for a space in a welcoming, enthusiastic local band, whether you're experienced, a keen improver, or returning after a break from playing.

In particular, after the retirement of our much-loved percussionist Barbara last year, we're very keen to hear of any percussion / kit players, whether you're already accomplished, or learning and of a reasonably independent standard.

If you fancy coming along, we rehearse every Wednesday evening between 8:00 pm and 9:30 pm, at Withymead football pavilion in Marshfield.

If you are interested, just email our secretary Sarah on squirrelsflugel@gmail.com, call the Musical Director Barney on 07735 901415, or simply show up on a Wednesday evening.
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April news 2012

After practicing the Test Piece for Torquay (the Brass Band Area Contest) over the last three months the band are now busy preparing for the Summer Season. 

As this is to be the band's first full Summer Season with our new conductor, Steve Rockey, at the helm, we will be playing a variety of new music to keep us and our audiences entertained.

Our first engagement will be Marshfield May Fair on 12th May.

Hopefully the weather will hold out for us and the sun will shine all Summer .. fingers crossed!!

Comments (0) Added by Sarah April 9, 2012 (2:28PM)

February 2012

With new faces in the band we are looking forward to attending this years regional competition in Torquay on the 10th of March. This year the test piece is 'English folk song suite' and being such a well known piece has attracted many bands to this years competition. This year we also have a new conductor who will also be taking us to the regional competition. Steve Rocky has made a great impact in the band since starting with us late last year.  

 Sadly Louise Wall (Euphonium) has decided to leave the band to play at championship level, we would like to wish her all the best with her new band. 

 

Comments (0) Added by admin February 22, 2012 (6:33PM)

April 2011

The band is looking forward to the summer season with the usual array of bandstand concerts and summer fates. This year the band can be seen playing throughout the region so please check our diary page for further details. 

The band had a good time at Torquay for the regional contest held on the 12th of March, despite a very disappointing result. We were drawn to play last but one, so it was a long day. The band hopes to improve on this result in the future. 

We are currently looking for new players who would be interested in joining the band - we have vacancies that need to be filled (esp Cornets!) so please contact the band and get in touch! 


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