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W.C. Field once said, “Never work with children or animals”. Well, there were no animals present as far as I know, but providing the support act for Arndale Just Brass in our recent Red Shield Appeal concert was truly inspirational. You may have seen Just…

As ever, we are proud to be invited to be part of the Australia Day ceremony and awards.  This year was again a lovely ceremony, starting early on Saturday morning to avoid the heat! We kicked off our set with classics such as On the…

We decided that our last free concert for the 2018 season would be an evening to celebrate the Spirit - and music - of Christmas. It's not often the band gets to host a concert while wearing tinsel and Santa hats, but when we do…

Today's Remembrance Concert was a great success, not only in the quality of playing but in the numbers in the audience.  Many people attended the band’s free concert. The pieces played were from the World War eras including hymns and marches: music to make you…

After an unfortunately rained-out event earlier in the year, the Campbelltown City Council's 150th anniversary celebrations were rescheduled for the 17th November in much finer weather. We've always held a close relationship with the Council who have provided great support and encouragement over the years.…

This year, Remembrance Day fell on a Sunday morning which unfortunately meant some players couldn't attend due to other engagements. Regardless, what players could attend were very much appreciated by the audience. We have traditionally assisted the Payneham RSL at ANZAC and Remembrance Day events…

CCB traveled up the freeway on a pleasant sunny Sunday afternoon to perform in the picturesque township of Balhannah/Oakbank located in the Adelaide Hills. Joining forces with the local Lobethal Harmony Club (Musical Director Gerry Roberts) and the Balhannah Uniting Church (Minister Geoff Hurst) putting…

Our membership consists of players from all areas of South Australia, however there are two members who I believe travel the furthest for rehearsals. Linda and Malcolm drive down from the Copper Coast on the Yorke Peninsula most Wednesday's to attend our rehearsal and have…

One of our major concerts for the year - titled 'Bigger Than Ben Hur' - was held in the evening of Saturday 22nd September.  Our special guests for the evening were DaDux. DaDux is "...an all-girl high school brass band, inspired by the likes of…

This year's state band championship marching event was held on the main arena at the Wayville Showgrounds on the last day of the Royal Adelaide Show. Bands attending included ourselves, Unley City Concert Band, Marion City Band, Enfield Brass, Playford City Concert Band, Warriparinga Brass,…