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Side by side inspiration by Friary
March 06, 2025
A great bit of education outreach sees Friary Brass Band help inspire a potential new generation of brass band players.
Friary aid to Macmillan Cancer Care
January 09, 2025
Despite the icy cold the great efforts of Friary Brass players helped raise funds for their chosen charity.
Big Mac support from Friary
December 14, 2024
Friary Brass Band will entering into the festive mood with shoppers to add yet more support for a fine charity cause.
Friary ensures audience enjoys musical brew
December 05, 2024
Friary Brass reconnected with its brewery origins to provide some early seasonal entertainment in Surrey.
Friary help Fireworks Night go off with a bang
November 07, 2024
Friary Brass has once again played its part in making Lewes live up to its title of 'Bonfire Capital of the World'.
Friary's big response from Reading
October 23, 2024
London National finalists gained a big response from a smaller than usual audience at their recent Reading concert appearance.
Straker strides out on Kensington return
October 12, 2024
The Friary Brass principal cornet will be back in Kensington this weekend putting himself to the test once more to raise funds for a great cause.
Friary septet ready for Albert Hall debut
October 02, 2024
Seven players will make their Albert Hall National Final debut this weekend with Friary Brass Band.
Strictly limited pews for Friary
September 28, 2024
Friary Brass has been packing the concert audiences in despite other well known attractions on the night.
100k Cat call to help raise funds for charity
September 10, 2024
Two musical friends will be pounding the roods for 100 kilometres to help raise funds for a wonderful charity.
New trom addition at Friary Brass
August 21, 2024
Royal Albert Hall finalists add a new trombone player to their Dream ranks.
Summer connections for Friary
August 16, 2024
Friary Brass Band has been making new links within its local community as they look forward to the second half of the contest year.
Tuba addition at Friary
June 22, 2024
Music graduate Chris Pearce is the latest signing for London finalists.
Carroll playing to help boost Friary
June 18, 2024
London finalists sign soprano player Glen Carroll as they look ahead to the Albert Hall and beyond.
Friary to give Enigma preview
March 06, 2024
Friary Brass will be giving their supporters the chance to check their Enigma preparation ahead of their Stevenage challenge.
Two new tuba signings for Friary Brass
February 27, 2024
Patrick Donovan and Cat Whittingham-Smith bring experience to the bass end of Friary Brass.
Friary additions as busy year unfolds
February 06, 2024
Friary Brass welcomes new players and a return to the concert stage as the 2024 starts to unfolds for Stevenage contenders.
New home for Friary
December 19, 2023
A new home offers added benefits to Friary Brass Band as they also say welcome and goodbye to players.
Christmas spirit flows for Friary
December 16, 2023
A trio of performances in a brewery, church and shopping centre round off a bust 2023 for Friary Brass Band.
Friary firecrackers....
November 11, 2023
Friary Brass added to the entertainment for the crowds at the world's largest Bonfire Night procession.
Friary add to horn line-up
October 18, 2023
Friary Brass has welcomed Morgan Marston to their horn section as they continue to add to their playing ranks.
Percussion addition at Friary ahead of National Final appearance
October 12, 2023
Martin Davies joins the percussion ranks of Friary Brass ahead of their Royal Albert Hall appearance next weekend.
Friary celebrate 40th anniversary with tributes
October 05, 2023
Friary Brass was joined by former MD, Chris King and Brighouse & Rastrick cornet star Tom Smith to help celebrate their anniversary in musical style.
Friary set for 40th anniversary
September 21, 2023
Friary Brass will mark its 40th anniversary next month with a special celebratory concert.
Church convert adds to Friary attractions
August 04, 2023
Friary Brass has been packing the pews with new brass band converts.
