We have this week sadly said goodbye to our Musical Director Martyn Evans who has decided the time is right for him to leave the band.
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ELR 1940’s weekend 2015
Both our youth and main bands were delighted to be invited to make our annual trip back in time to take part in ELR 1940’s weekend 2015. The youth band were first to take to the stage in the nostalgic setting of Bury Transport Museum to perform for a 1940’s tea dance.
Death of Geoff Harrison
It is with great sadness we report on the death of Geoff Harrison, a past member and friend of the band. Geoff who has been ill for some time, passed away peacefully on Wednesday 15th October with his wife Anne by his side. Geoff, who has played for many bands over his banding career, has… Continue reading Death of Geoff Harrison
Keep Calm! It’s Area Week!
Middleton band are in the final run up to the North West Area contest at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool. The contest will take place on Sunday the 9th March in the Pavillion Theatre, starting at 9.30 AM. The adjudicators for the second section will be Allan Holdsworth & Alan Morrison. The band have been enjoying… Continue reading Keep Calm! It’s Area Week!
Gearing up for Christmas!
The band have begun their festive season recently, playing carols as part of the Middleton Lights turn on festivities. The band played two sets of Carols amidst entertainment from various other local dance and vocal groups.
Wellens and Brass 5th September 2013
We will once again be joining forces with Geoff Wellens to hold one of our our popular ‘Wellens and Brass’ events at North Manchester Golf Club on 5th September. The evening will begin at 7.30pm with musical contributions from Middleton Band and a thoroughly entertaining presentation of local history with plenty of historical pictures by… Continue reading Wellens and Brass 5th September 2013
Jubilee Park July 2013
The band once again entertained local Middleton folk from the serene setting of the bandstand in picturesque Jubilee park. The weather was pleasant and the reception from the audience warm and welcoming.
2012 Severn Valley Railway 1940’s weekend1
Once again the band have taken part in the 40’s weekend down on the Severn Valley Railway.