Players Wanted!
We currently have a number of places available for both experienced players and those who who wish to learn to play a brass instrument or maybe you wish to join our Corps of Drums. We would love to hear from you.
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| 11th December 2010 | Bands Christmas Concert. |
| This years Christmas concert was held on 11th December with the usual 2 performances. During the afternoon concert we were joined by the manager of Torrington's new Co-operative store, Pam Wonnacot, who confirmed that they have been raising money towards the band. This money has put towards3 new cornets which were presented to some of the younger members. 
Mathew, Sarah and Emily with their new Cornets. |
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| 22nd September | Band Open Evening . |
| On the evening of 22nd September we shall be holding an "open rehearsal" for anyone who would like to come along and see what our band is about! Whether you have played in a band previously and would like to take it up again or if you are someone that would relish the chance to take on the task of learning something new, then you are more than welcome to come along and meet us and have a go. Age is no barrier, we welcome the young and old alike. We have vacancies within many areas of the band or if you prefer then the bands Corps of Drums would welcome you with "open arms". Please come along to our band hall in Castle Street, Great Torrington around 8pm. |
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| 12th December | £1k Silver Band Grant. |
| Torrington Silver Band are better off to the tune of £1000 thanks to a grant from their District Councillor and council Chair, Mrs Margaret Brown. Councillor Brown presented the cheque from her Councillor Community Grant allowance to Silver Band Chairman Nigel Spear during the Band's afternoon performance of its Christmas Concert in Howe Concert Hall, Great Torrington. The money is going to be used to purchase new jackets for the band which should be ready in time for May Fair 2010. In existence for over fifty years, Torrington Silver Band takes part in national competitions, plays in local carnivals and holds many concerts. Photo shows Councillor Brown presenting the cheque to Nigel Spear |
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Band Secures Grant.
Torrington Silver Band has successfully secured a grant from Devon Grassroots Grants for £1200.
This money is to provide free musical tuition and facilities for all and continue to support the local community.