Ballarat Memorial Concert Band

Ballarat Memorial Concert Band Ballarat Memorial Concert Band caters for beginner, intermediate and advanced wind, brass and percussion players. Contact us for more information.

We have three levels of bands available catering for different entry points in experience and ability. Band History:

The Ballarat Memorial Concert Band was started in about 1920 by Private H.J. Norman McWilliam. At its inception the band was restricted to Returned Soldiers and by 1924 had developed into a highly skilled and successful brass band. In later years membership was extended to encompas

s servicemen and women from both wars. At this time the name of the band was changed to the Ballarat Memorial Soldiers Sailors and Airman Band (BSS&A). The BSS&A Band was Ballarat’s premier marching and performing brass band and was often in demand by festival organizers in and around Ballarat. In 1987, due to declining numbers, membership was opened all musicians and the band was developed into a concert band. As a reflection of this development, the name of the band was changed to the Ballarat Memorial Concert Band (BMCB). The Ballarat Memorial Concert Band, and its associated Developmental Band, is a non-profit community organization. The band plays most types of music including marches, classical, jazz and popular styles and regularly participates in concerts, community festivals and events. In keeping with its marching band heritage, the BMCB often participates in local marches and parades.

Massive congratulations to our friends at City of Ballarat Municipal Brass Band. They have won The National D Grade Cham...
05/04/2026

Massive congratulations to our friends at City of Ballarat Municipal Brass Band.
They have won The National D Grade Championship with a clean sweep. Amazing result!

We are not competing in the National Band Championships this year, but we are sending best wishes to our mates in Balla...
02/04/2026

We are not competing in the National Band Championships this year, but we are sending best wishes to our mates in Ballarat Brass, Maribyrong and Darebin Brass, and all who are competing up in Brisbane over Easter.
You can see it all Live-streamed on https://www.brassbanned.com/.

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26/03/2026
Tomorrow evening 5.00pm Come and find out more about our new Development Program for beginners of all ages!
22/03/2026

Tomorrow evening 5.00pm
Come and find out more about our new Development Program for beginners of all ages!

New Beginner Program for Brass, Woodwind and Percussion.

2026 will see the next step in the evolution of our development band. This year we are restructuring the program to better support people at the beginning of their exploration of music.

🎶 In 2026 we will be running a 20 week beginner program for brass, woodwind and percussion. It is a structured program with achievable measure able goals written and overseen by a qualified practicing music educator. We have instruments available to hire as well as all the music and resources you’ll need. If you have your own instrument feel free to bring that along as well! This program will benefit those who have always wished to learn, learnt a long time ago or wish to pick up a new instrument.

🗓️ Monday 23 March will be an information and get to know you session, as well as allocating instruments and resources for a Term 2 start.

📱If you are interested please contact us via Facebook or just turn up! If you need more information call Amanda on 0421766536.

🎺 Ballarat Memorial Concert Band, be part of it!

New Beginner Program for Brass, Woodwind and Percussion. 2026 will see the next step in the evolution of our developme...
28/02/2026

New Beginner Program for Brass, Woodwind and Percussion.

2026 will see the next step in the evolution of our development band. This year we are restructuring the program to better support people at the beginning of their exploration of music.

🎶 In 2026 we will be running a 20 week beginner program for brass, woodwind and percussion. It is a structured program with achievable measure able goals written and overseen by a qualified practicing music educator. We have instruments available to hire as well as all the music and resources you’ll need. If you have your own instrument feel free to bring that along as well! This program will benefit those who have always wished to learn, learnt a long time ago or wish to pick up a new instrument.

🗓️ Monday 23 March will be an information and get to know you session, as well as allocating instruments and resources for a Term 2 start.

📱If you are interested please contact us via Facebook or just turn up! If you need more information call Amanda on 0421766536.

🎺 Ballarat Memorial Concert Band, be part of it!

Huge thanks to the City of Ballarat Council for their support. Ballarat Memorial Concert Band was awarded a Community Im...
22/02/2026

Huge thanks to the City of Ballarat Council for their support.
Ballarat Memorial Concert Band was awarded a Community Impact Grant to renovate our percussion room and Library. Also thanks to Jon Flind and Tim Scott for doing such a great job.
We can now easily fit and safely store our instruments and library of music scores. It has made a huge difference and we are very grateful.

Our first week back for 2026 was fantastic! Last night Amanda Holley stepped up as our MD for the Memorial Band whilst A...
04/02/2026

Our first week back for 2026 was fantastic! Last night Amanda Holley stepped up as our MD for the Memorial Band whilst Andrew takes a year of leave.
On Monday, Kerry Trounson took the reins for the Barkly Street Concert Band for this year.(We'll get some photos of Barkly in action next week.)
We also welcomed some new players into both bands.
Thanks Zoom Beck for these great photos from last night.

Are you interested in joining a concert band? We have bands for all levels. Rehearsal recommence in the first week of F...
23/01/2026

Are you interested in joining a concert band? We have bands for all levels. Rehearsal recommence in the first week of February. Choose the band that's right for you and come along!
Our Bands:
Development Band
Rehearses Mondays 5.30-6.30pm
Our band for beginners of all ages (AMEB grades 0-1). If you are just starting out, or feel like you need to get back to basics, this band is for you.
Barkly Street Concert Band
Rehearses Mondays, 7.00 - 8.30pm
Our fun and social band for players who are competent at reading music but may be still honing their playing skills (AMEB 2-4). This band is also great for musicians trying a second instrument or wanting to get back into playing but cannot commit to the practice required for the Memorial Band.
Ballarat Memorial Concert Band
Rehearses Wednesdays, 7.00 – 9.00pm
Our flagship band currently competing in B Grade at State and National Championships. This band is for players who aspire to a higher level of playing and more challenging repertoire (AMEB 4+).

We welcome beginners and have instruments available to hire. Rehearsals resume in February. "Learning music can open opp...
09/01/2026

We welcome beginners and have instruments available to hire. Rehearsals resume in February.

"Learning music can open opportunities to meet new people and make new friends.
"Whether you're self-taught, or have formal lessons, look for a community music group or choir where you can enjoy making music in a supportive social setting," Jill says.
"It's so much more fun than practising in isolation."

You can pick up an instrument or learn to sing at any age. Here are some helpful tips from experts and ABC Classic audience members to get you started.

That's it for 2025. A big year for BMCB with competing at Nationals for the first time in decades and introducing the B...
31/12/2025

That's it for 2025.
A big year for BMCB with competing at Nationals for the first time in decades and introducing the Barkly Street Concert Band.
Lots to celebrate and lots to look forward to in the years ahead.
Happy New Year everyone!

Bridge Mall Barkly/Memorial combined band. Thanks to our helpers who filled in for those at the Carols soundcheck. Speci...
20/12/2025

Bridge Mall Barkly/Memorial combined band.
Thanks to our helpers who filled in for those at the Carols soundcheck. Special thanks to Belinda for leading us.

Address

BMCB Hall, Len T Frazer Reserve
Ballarat, VIC

Opening Hours

7pm - 9pm

Telephone

+61422812314

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