The Senior BandThe Mount Charles Band are a second section band in the West of England area, and recognised nationally for their performances throughout the UK. The band are made up of amateur musicians from all over Cornwall, including members taught through the Mount Charles Youth programme.
The band perform at competitions all over the UK including the Winter Gardens in Blackpool, The Lowry in Manchester, The Sage in Gateshead and the Royal Albert Hall, London. The band are delighted to have represented the West of England at the Nationals Finals. The band are also active in the concert arena, and play regularly at the Subscription Rooms in Stroud and The Minack Theatre, Porthcurno, as well as locally at The Keay Theatre and other local venues. The band have worked with many fine musical directors (see here). Rehearsals are on Thursday from 7.45pm - 9.45pm. For more information click here |
The Youth BandThe Youth Band has a fine reputation throughout the South West and Nationally where they have consistently performed to the highest levels in concerts, festivals and competitions. The band held the title of South West Champions for 12 years consecutively, as well as being the West of England and Cornish Champions on numerous occasions. The pinnacle of their achievements being that they have three times been crowned the National Youth Champions, and in 2006 also became the inaugural British Open Youth Champions.
The band prides itself on team work, commitment and an enthusiasm to learn together and individually, whilst enjoying the social aspects of this great hobby. For more information click here |
The Junior BandThis is our starter group for anyone interested in playing a brass or percussion instrument. This fun group is designed to encourage social skills, and musicianship so that the group can perform at concerts and competitions after a period of training. All budding members here will have the opportunity to move into the Youth Band upon reaching the required standard.
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