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The Lewisham Concert Band
  • About
    • Welcome
    • Principal Conductor
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    • Ireland 2023
  • Listen
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FREE Christmas Community Concert
Dec
17
11:30 AM11:30

FREE Christmas Community Concert

  • Sunday, December 17, 2023
  • 11:30 AM 1:00 PM 11:30 13:00
  • Prendergast School (Mural Hall) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

As part of our commitment to the local community, we’re laying on a FREE Christmas concert for anybody in the Lewisham area.

It all takes place in the Mural Hall at Prendergast School, which is in the main building. Head on up the hill at Hilly Fields park and enter through the side gates half way up – the whole thing starts at 11.30am. Our concert is open to friends, family and anybody in the Lewisham area who wants to celebrate the start of the season with fun music favourites, themes from films and carols. Bring the kids and be sure to wear your best (or worst) Christmas jumper for the occasion!

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Christmas Market Concert
Dec
9
11:00 AM11:00

Christmas Market Concert

  • Saturday, December 9, 2023
  • 11:00 AM 12:00 PM 11:00 12:00
  • St. Mary's Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us as we open the St. Mary’s Church Christmas Market in the Therapeutic Garden.

There will be 40 local stalls including crafts, gifts, food, Christmas trees, mulled wine and spiced cider. Rest assured we’ll be playing suitably festive music for the occasion – just the thing to get Christmas off to a flying start! For details of stalls and event timings, visit: St. Mary's Christmas Market

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Remembrance Sunday Service
Nov
12
10:30 PM22:30

Remembrance Sunday Service

  • Sunday, November 12, 2023
  • 10:30 PM 11:40 PM 22:30 23:40
  • Lewisham War Memorial (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Lewisham’s civic service and parade will take place on Sunday 12 November at Lewisham War Memorial, Lewisham High Street (directly opposite Lewisham Hospital).

A parade, led by Sergeant Major Stephen Bradley of 221 Field Squadron will proceed along Lewisham High Street to the War Memorial. A service, led by Father Steve Hall of St Mary’s Church with contributions from other faith leaders and civic dignitaries, will commence at 10.55am until approximately 11.40am. Lewisham residents are welcome to attend the service. Those wishing to attend are asked to arrive at the Lewisham War Memorial from 10.30am.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, click here

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Guinness Storehouse
Oct
28
2:00 PM14:00

Guinness Storehouse

  • Saturday, October 28, 2023
  • 2:00 PM 3:00 PM 14:00 15:00
  • Guinness Storehouse (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We’re going to be playing for guests entering the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin. Our programme is made up of 15 minute slots with gaps in between to enable people to move on through the museum dedicated to Ireland’s favourite drink. (Note that times stated are provisional and depends on number of customers on the day.)
Entry to Guinness Storehouse tickets available at:
Guinness Storehouse

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Dublin Joint Concert
Oct
26
7:30 PM19:30

Dublin Joint Concert

  • Thursday, October 26, 2023
  • 7:30 PM 10:00 PM 19:30 22:00
  • RIAM (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A unique opportunity to see the multi-award winning Dublin Concert Band playing alongside LCB performing a spectacular selection of music from classics to pop. Come and join us at the Royal Irish Academy of Music in the brand new Whyte Recital Hall.
Tickets are €7 – €12 and can be ordered from:
RIAM.ie/whats-on

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We're Going To Dublin!
Oct
26
to Oct 29

We're Going To Dublin!

  • Thu, Oct 26, 2023 12:00 PM 12:00 Sun, Oct 29, 2023 3:00 PM 15:00
  • RIAM (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Lewisham Concert Band has finalised details for its 2023 tour, we’re on our way to Ireland to perform 2 concerts and sample all the food (and drink) that Dublin has to offer. We’ll be performing alongside The Dublin Concert Band in the brand new Royal Irish Academy of Music Whyte Recital Hall as well as an exclusive concert at the Guinness Storehouse Experience.

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Dulwich Park
Sep
10
3:30 PM15:30

Dulwich Park

  • Sunday, September 10, 2023
  • 3:30 PM 5:00 PM 15:30 17:00
  • Dulwich Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

What could be better than a Sunday afternoon stroll in the park? Come and listen to the famous Lewisham Concert Band’s rendition of your favourite music – from classical to pops. We’re playing next to the clock café, so you can treat yourself to a cheeky ice cream too!

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Eastbourne Bandstand
Aug
27
3:00 PM15:00

Eastbourne Bandstand

  • Sunday, August 27, 2023
  • 3:00 PM 4:30 PM 15:00 16:30
  • Eastbourne Bandstand (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We’re playing on the recently refurbished Eastbourne Bandstand. It’s a fabulous location and makes a change to have proper seating for the audience. Take a trip down to the south coast and make a whole day of it. This summer has been pretty depressing weatherwise, so we could all do with some cheering up. And if you bring a bucket for sandcastles, you can always use it to collect the rain!

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Greenwich Park Concert
Aug
13
3:00 PM15:00

Greenwich Park Concert

  • Sunday, August 13, 2023
  • 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 15:00 17:00
  • Bandstand (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Lewisham Concert Band for a summer session on Greenwich Park bandstand – at 0° longitude, we’ll be right at the worldwide centre for time. So you had better set your clocks and watches for a great afternoon of music, featuring some old favourites together with lighter numbers to help boost the holiday spirit. Let’s hope John Hargreaves, our Musical Director, can keep us playing in time!

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Regent's Park Music Festival 2023
Jun
18
12:00 PM12:00

Regent's Park Music Festival 2023

  • Sunday, June 18, 2023
  • 12:00 PM 2:00 PM 12:00 14:00
  • Regent's Park Bandstand (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Parking Space!
We’ve been contacted at the last minute by the Festival organisers after a cancellation. And we’re stepping in to fill the space. You can look forward to our usual selection of light classical, film and fun themes. A big welcome to Guy Bennett, who has stepped in as guest conductor for the gig. Guy was appointed Second in Command HQ Regional Bands, in Horse Guards, London in September 2019, so he’s been keeping us on our toes for rehearsal – it should be a great concert!

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Coronation Concert
May
6
2:00 PM14:00

Coronation Concert

  • Saturday, May 6, 2023
  • 2:00 PM 3:00 PM 14:00 15:00
  • Mountsfield Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A concert to celebrate the King’s Coronation
We’re kicking off our 2023 season with a FREE concert for Lewisham Borough Council, playing at Mountsfield Park Bandstand, Stainton Road, London SE6 1AN. Come along and listen to a selection of patriotic favourites with our usual mix of fun and classical pieces thrown in for good measure!

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A Spectacular Night Of Classic Movie Themes
Dec
3
7:30 PM19:30

A Spectacular Night Of Classic Movie Themes

  • Saturday, December 3, 2022
  • 7:30 PM 10:30 PM 19:30 22:30
  • The Great Hall, Civic Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This is a date and venue change due to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

The Mayor of Bromley, Councillor Hannah Gray, in conjunction with Everybreath, is delighted to invite you to attend ‘A Spectacular Night Of Classic Movie Themes’ taking place at Civic Centre, Stockwell Close, Bromley, BR1 3UH on Saturday December 3rd from 7:30pm, in aid of the Mayor’s Charity Appeal.

The evening will feature Lewisham Concert Band and surprise guest artists performing, with a fully licensed bar, hot food sold as well as a silent auction to help with the fundraising.

Tickets are £25.00 plus a booking fee, with all profits to be donated to the Everybreath Lung Cancer Support Group, which provides valuable support and guidance to people in Bromley affected by this terrible disease.

TO BOOK TICKETS, click here

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Remembrance Sunday Service
Nov
13
10:30 AM10:30

Remembrance Sunday Service

  • Sunday, November 13, 2022
  • 10:30 AM 11:40 AM 10:30 11:40
  • Lewisham War Memorial (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Lewisham’s civic service and parade will take place on Sunday 13 November at Lewisham War Memorial, Lewisham High Street (directly opposite Lewisham Hospital). A parade, led by Sergeant Major Nick Connell of 101 Regiment will proceed along Lewisham High Street to the War Memorial. A service, led by Father Steve Hall of St Mary’s Church with contributions from other faith leaders and civic dignitaries, will commence at 10.55am until approximately 11.40am. Traffic will be stopped for a two minute silence at 11am. Lewisham residents are welcome to attend the service. Those wishing to attend are asked to arrive at the Lewisham War Memorial from 10.30am.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, click here

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Iceland Tour 2022
Oct
15
to Oct 20

Iceland Tour 2022

  • Sat, Oct 15, 2022 12:00 AM 00:00 Thu, Oct 20, 2022 12:00 PM 12:00
  • Akureyri Music School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Proms soloist and BBC Young Musician Brass Winner, Matilda Lloyd, to perform with Lewisham Concert Band on tour to Akureyri Music School, Iceland in October 2022.

The performers touch down in Iceland on Saturday 15th October 2022 and will be guests of the Akureyri Music School. Rehearsals will take place during the following few days, getting to grips with a concert programme featuring individual band numbers as well as some massed band pieces combining the talents of both groups. The final concert will be staged in the Hof Concert Hall at 19:30 on Wednesday 19th October.

TO FIND OUT MORE, click here…

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Dulwich Park
Sep
4
3:00 PM15:00

Dulwich Park

  • Sunday, September 4, 2022
  • 3:00 PM 4:45 PM 15:00 16:45
  • Dulwich Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a late summer concert in Dulwich Park. We’ll be playing a selection of popular pieces as well as classical music and a few rock tunes for good measure! Playing time is from 3:00-4:45pm, with a bit of a break in the middle.

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Brighton Pavilion Gardens
Jul
24
2:00 PM14:00

Brighton Pavilion Gardens

  • Sunday, July 24, 2022
  • 2:00 PM 4:00 PM 14:00 16:00
  • Brighton Pavilion Gardens (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

From The Beatles to Queen, we’ll be rocking Brighton Pavilion Gardens on 24th July from 2-4pm. But it isn’t all rock ‘n’ roll – we’ll be adding some classical music and show tunes too. Make a day of it and come along to listen to the band. We play right next to the cafe, so you can order yourself some refreshments too!

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Summer Music in the Park
Jul
3
3:30 PM15:30

Summer Music in the Park

  • Sunday, July 3, 2022
  • 3:30 PM 5:30 PM 15:30 17:30
  • Regent's Park Bandstand (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a FREE concert as part of the Regent’s Park Music Festival. Bring along a blanket and take a picnic or hire a deckchair from the park if you need a little more comfort.

The Festival brings alive the Bandstand every Sunday afternoon from 19th June – 18th September. In addition, this year there are also Saturday concerts from the Broadwalk Bandstand just across from the Park’s Broadwalk Cafe. And if you enjoy our concert, make a return visit on Sunday 17th July when the Quicksilver Buglers will lead a service in memory of the 7 bandsmen of the Royal Green Jackets who died and many others who were wounded on July 20th 1982.

Click here for full concert schedule

www.regentsparkmusicfestival.org.uk

www.friendsofregentspark.org

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Hilly Fields Summer Fayre
Jun
25
1:45 PM13:45

Hilly Fields Summer Fayre

  • Saturday, June 25, 2022
  • 1:45 PM 3:45 PM 13:45 15:45
  • Hilly Fields Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come along and listen to the band! This is a local gig for us as we rehearse next door to Hilly Fields every Sunday morning.

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Jubilee Picnic and Proms in the Park
Jun
3
12:30 PM12:30

Jubilee Picnic and Proms in the Park

  • Friday, June 3, 2022
  • 12:30 PM 1:30 PM 12:30 13:30
  • Mountsfield Park bandstand (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A joyous celebration of music and community is taking place in three parks across Lewisham on Friday 3 June. Pack a lunch and a rug and prepare to get into the Jubilee spirit. Come and join us in this outdoor Jubilee celebration concert for Lewisham Borough of Culture 2022 – and remember to bring a blanket!
Click to find out more…
(Timings may vary, please check this site for up-to-date information).

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Hither Green Festival Concert
May
28
4:00 PM16:00

Hither Green Festival Concert

  • Saturday, May 28, 2022
  • 4:00 PM 5:00 PM 16:00 17:00
  • Hither Green Clock Tower (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We’re supporting the Hither Green Festival with an informal concert at the Clock Tower in Park Piazza. We’ll be playing a mixture of light music along with a few patriotic numbers to kick of the Jubilee celebrations.

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Spring Concert
Apr
30
7:30 PM19:30

Spring Concert

  • Saturday, April 30, 2022
  • 7:30 PM 9:30 PM 19:30 21:30
  • St. Margaret's Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A programme of light music with a dance theme, including works by Johan De Meij, Philip Sparke, Nigel Hess, Antonín Dvořák & Robert Russell Bennett.

Price on the door: £10, concessions: £5.

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National Liberal Club
Nov
29
7:00 PM19:00

National Liberal Club

  • Friday, November 29, 2019
  • 7:00 PM 10:00 PM 19:00 22:00
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Beckenham Recreation Ground Bandstand
Sep
22
3:00 PM15:00

Beckenham Recreation Ground Bandstand

  • Sunday, September 22, 2019
  • 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 15:00 17:00
  • Bowie Bandstand (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Dulwich Park
Sep
8
3:00 PM15:00

Dulwich Park

  • Sunday, September 8, 2019
  • 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 15:00 17:00
  • Dulwich Park London, England, SE21 United Kingdom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Hamburg-Bergadorf Music Festival
Aug
22
to Aug 26

Hamburg-Bergadorf Music Festival

  • Thu, Aug 22, 2019 9:00 AM 09:00 Mon, Aug 26, 2019 6:00 PM 18:00
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Victoria Embankment Gardens
Aug
17
2:30 PM14:30

Victoria Embankment Gardens

  • Saturday, August 17, 2019
  • 2:30 PM 4:30 PM 14:30 16:30
  • Victoria Embankment London, England United Kingdom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Hither Green Festival
Jul
28
12:00 PM12:00

Hither Green Festival

  • Sunday, July 28, 2019
  • 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:00 12:00
  • Google Calendar ICS

Time TBC

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Brighton Pavilion Gardens
Jul
21
2:00 PM14:00

Brighton Pavilion Gardens

  • Sunday, July 21, 2019
  • 2:00 PM 4:00 PM 14:00 16:00
  • Brighton Pavilion Gardens Brighton, England, BN1 1UZ United Kingdom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
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Regent's Park Bandstand
Jul
14
12:30 PM12:30

Regent's Park Bandstand

  • Sunday, July 14, 2019
  • 12:30 PM 2:30 PM 12:30 14:30
  • Regent's Park London (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come and join us for a sunny lunchtime concert in the park. Bring a picnic and all the family!

www.regentsparkmusicfestival.org.uk  

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Spring Concert
Apr
13
7:30 PM19:30

Spring Concert

  • Saturday, April 13, 2019
  • 7:30 PM 8:30 PM 19:30 20:30
  • St Mary's Church Ladywell (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Banish your Brexit blues and join us for an evening of transatlantic repertoire as we see in the spring season!

Conducted by John Hargreaves, the Lewisham Concert Band returns to St Mary’s Church to take you across the pond with classics such as Porgy & Bess and Hess’s East Coast Pictures, as well as some home-grown festive favourites!

Tickets available on the door.

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