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Abbey Brass is a brass band based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire (registered charity no. 296663). It is formed of a Main Band, Training Band, and learner groups.

Abbey Brass is a traditional brass band based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire (registered charity no. 296663). As a charity we provide education and training for young people and adults in the playing of brass instruments, to promote the appreciation and understanding of brass band music and to stimulate interest in the traditional art of brass band playing. In addition to the Main Band, Abbey Brass is also formed of a Training Band, and several learner groups, with many children learning to play brass instruments and progressing through the different levels to become a fully-fledged brass player. Our subscription fees are low compared to the cost of private music lessons, and group learning encourages the development of skills not otherwise nurtured, such as cooperation and listening. All money received from subscription goes towards instrument and music purchases, helping us to welcome increasing numbers of new learners. In 2017 we are celebrating our 40th Anniversary, and are also launching a fundraising programme to raise funds for a new Band room, our current facilities being several decades old. New facilities will help us to continue teaching children and young people the musical skills which can benefit them for life, and will help us to continue contributing to the local community. As a brass band we are a traditional part of English life, playing at numerous fêtes and events throughout the year, and we can be found in locations ranging from a muddy field to the stately courtyard of Blenheim palace! If you would like to know more about the band or want to be kept up to date with what the band are doing then visit www.abbeybrass.com or send an email to [email protected] and we will send you details of concerts and public engagements in the future. If you would like to learn to play an instrument or already play and want to join a brass band then send an email to [email protected]. We have a beginner band, a training band and a main band so can cater for all levels of ability.

18/10/2026

The Senior Band went to the ODBBA Entertainment Contest today. Although they didn't win anything this time, they had lots of fun with their Paddington themed programme and enjoyed making the audience giggle. 🎺🐻

04/10/2026

Some of the Senior Band enjoyed the playing in the sunshine this afternoon at the Michaelmas Fair's opening service. (Thank you Rob T and Maddy for the photos)

25/09/2026

We filled our original vacancy in Senior Band, but since then a couple of people have moved seats, so we still have a vacancy for a front row cornet. Our Senior Band is a friendly 4th section band, who rehearse once a week. We are looking forward to a few contests over the winter and spring, carolling at Christmas and a programme of events in around Abingdon in the summer. (If you play a different instrument and are looking to join a band, then please do still get in touch as we are always keen to welcome new people). https://www.abbeybrass.com/contact-us

05/09/2026

Ian, and members of both the Training Band and Senior Band, were pleased to support the fete this afternoon at Fitzharry's School, where all our bands rehearse each week. The sun was out and there was a gentle breeze, so clothes pegs were very much in evidence to keep the music on the stands!

04/09/2026

Don't forget this👇

The Senior Band have pleasure in inviting you all to a concert next Sunday afternoon (6th September) * Please share*

31/08/2026

Our Training Band enjoyed themselves this morning when they played at the opening of a new playground in Radley :-)

27/08/2026

The Senior Band have pleasure in inviting you all to a concert next Sunday afternoon (6th September) * Please share*

17/08/2026

One of our younger members of Abbey Brass went along with the Senior Band yesterday to Newbury Bandstand and took some great photos of the band - thank you Ruben.

27/07/2026

All our bands have enjoyed playing at School/community Fetes this summer. Here's a picture of some of our Training Band at Hailey Fete last month. If you'd like one of our bands to play at your community event, why not get in touch via our webpage https://www.abbeybrass.com/

26/07/2026

Our Senior Band is looking for another Solo Cornet... Could you, or anyone you know, fill this seat? Please share.

Address

Abingdon
OX143JE

Website

http://www.abbeybrass.com/abingdon/

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