We are looking for
new members, especially
Tenor trombone,
& Bb bass
Tenor horn,
Percussion/kit players
but ANY and ALL
are WELCOME!
SERVICES
Hiring Bedford Brass.
We are a non contesting band, available for hire for all occasions.
Under the banner of "Bedford Brass", we have groups ranging from quintet to full band of 25+ players,
who can provide brass music for various events.
If you would like to hire one of our bands for any occasion,
please contact us for further details using our contact form below.
We are more affordable than you expect!
Bedford Brass
Conductor and Musical Director - Liz Schofield.
This is a band of our top performing and dedicated players. A band that can hold its own in any situation and a must for any entertainment event requiring something special.
With a very wide repertoire, Bedford Brass will fit into any situation Weddings, gala events, fund raising, fetes, evening entertainment or as background music for social gatherings. We can offer groups from 5 to 25 players to suit the venue and occasion.
Acorn Brass
Conductor - Peter Halliday
Acorn Brass is a training band of sorts, offering you a chance to meet weekly as a band in a friendly relaxed environment and have fun making music. Ideal if you're dusting off an old instrument or just starting with a new one. Ability requirements for this band are more relaxed.
Click here to find out more
Brass Roots
Conductor - Peter Halliday
Brass Roots is a band for beginners, with an emphasis on teaching. We find playing together as a band greatly improves your playing. Perfect for new players, no experience necessary.
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PORTFOLIO
Places we have played
Carols
We play a number of Christmas concerts and carol services including this one at Langford church.
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Festive
Combined Concerts
We've had a number of combined concerts with choirs, inc. many years of "Christmas Cracker" with the Bedford Hospital choir & through our links with the Mynyddislwyn Male Voice Choir.
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Choirs
ABOUT
Biography of a Band.
1988
The Birth of Bedford Brass
A number of brass players had left the Bedford Town band but wished to continue playing together. This was the "Breakaway". Bedford Brass was set up by Terry Hext and his wife Marion as a 10 Piece band.
GROWTH
Success and Expansion
As the band became established, more players joined. As well as "Breakaway" for the most experienced and dedicated players, the Bedford Brass family included the "A band" who were conducted by Gareth King (who also conducts the Kempston Concert band). The members of 'A' Band didn't have the years of experience as many of Breakaway but put on a grand performance when needed. Also a Junior section was created for young players and beginners.
END OF AN ERA
Terry Retires
Terry retired as musical director and conductor of Bedford Brass at the end of 2003, although he continued with the Kempston Concert Band for a few more years and remained President of Bedford Brass.
2004-2015
David Twitchings
Dave was appointed Musical Director of Bedford Brass and conducted the band until his retirement in 2015. The band enjoys a relationship with the Mynyddislwyn Male Choir (forged by Terry) and take part in shared concerts in Bedford and Blackwood, Caerphilly.
2015-
Liz Schofield
Liz Schofield took over as Director at the beginning of 2016 and refreshed Bedford Brass after an uncertain period following the departure of Dave. The band established links with The Band of the Queen's Division
Our Amazing Team
Doing a fine job of keeping us under control.
Pat Vought
Administrator
CONTACT US
Interested in joining a fun, friendly, non-competitive band playing a wide range of music?
Want to hire a professional brass band for your event or special occasion?