Bratton Community Brass Bands

Bratton Community Brass Bands BCBB is an organisation consisting of 3 bands in the heart of Wiltshire. Bratton Brass Band is our local community band & Brass Roots is our academy band.
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Bratton Silver Band is our contesting band in the 2nd Section & delivers exciting concerts. We meet every Monday and Friday evening at Bratton Church Institiute.

🎺 WE’RE LOOKING FOR A TROMBONE PLAYER! 🎺is looking to welcome a new trombone player to our friendly and ambitious band —...
21/05/2026

🎺 WE’RE LOOKING FOR A TROMBONE PLAYER! 🎺

is looking to welcome a new trombone player to our friendly and ambitious band — position negotiable for the right player!

Following our recent success and promotion to the 2nd Section, we have an exciting programme of concerts, contests and events ahead, and we’d love to hear from experienced players looking for a rewarding musical challenge.

Why join us?
🎶 Friendly and supportive atmosphere
🏆 Ambitious contesting band
🎵 Varied concert programme
🚗 Easy access from across Wiltshire and surrounding areas
🍻 Great social side too!

If you’re interested in joining one of Wiltshire’s leading brass bands, send us a message or contact:

Margaret at [email protected]

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A huge thank you to everyone in Trowbridge who came along to our Brass at the Movies concert this evening at Emmanuel’s ...
09/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone in Trowbridge who came along to our Brass at the Movies concert this evening at Emmanuel’s Yard! The hall was packed!!!

We were delighted to perform to such a fantastic audience in such a beautiful venue, and your support and enthusiasm made it a truly special night for the band. 🎶🎬

From epic movie themes to moving solos and exciting finales, we hope you enjoyed the musical journey as much as we enjoyed performing it for you.

Thank you also to everyone who helped behind the scenes, supported the refreshments bar, and made the evening possible.

If you made the concert please tell us what you thought of it all and what was your favourite section or soloists was!!

We look forward to returning to Trowbridge!

We are ready and waiting to welcome everyone to our Brass at the Movies here at the beautiful in Trowbridge. We have a...
09/05/2026

We are ready and waiting to welcome everyone to our Brass at the Movies here at the beautiful in Trowbridge. We have a packed audience but there’s still time to come along, just grab a ticket at the door!

🎺 JOIN THE BAND! 🥁Bratton Silver Band are looking for a talented Percussionist and BBb Bass Player to join our ambitious...
08/05/2026

🎺 JOIN THE BAND! 🥁

Bratton Silver Band are looking for a talented Percussionist and BBb Bass Player to join our ambitious and friendly team!

🏆 Proud to be one of the leading brass bands in the region and the top ranked 2nd Section brass band in Wiltshire.

We’re looking for committed musicians who want to:
🎶 Perform exciting concert and contest repertoire
🎶 Be part of a supportive and welcoming banding family
🎶 Play with an ambitious organisation with a an interesting schedule of concerts and events

Percussion applicants should ideally be comfortable with:
🥁 Kit percussion
🥁 Tuned percussion
🥁 Timpani & auxiliary percussion

Interested or know someone who might be?

📩 Contact Margaret at:
[email protected]

06/05/2026

Today we've drawn the 100 club for April 2026!

The winners are:

1st prize - £63 - Mr N Ralph with number 76
2nd prize - £44 - Mrs S Simms with number 86
3rd prize - £18 - Ms S Chadwick-Jones with number 62

Congratulations to all of them!

If you wish to join our 100 Club please email:

[email protected]

The 100 Club is a fun way of providing valuable funding to our organisation helping to continue providing live music for our community. Also you could win some amazing cash prizes!

🎺 Bratton Silver Band Welcomes New Musical Director 🎺We are absolutely delighted to announce the appointment of Jim Benn...
05/05/2026

🎺 Bratton Silver Band Welcomes New Musical Director 🎺

We are absolutely delighted to announce the appointment of Jim Bennett as the new Musical Director of Bratton Silver Band!

Jim is a highly experienced conductor, educator and professional trumpeter, bringing with him an impressive and diverse musical background.

Alongside his conducting work, Jim has an extensive career as a brass teacher, working across schools and music services, and helping students of all ages develop their skills and achieve exam success.

Many of you will already know Jim, as he has previously worked with Bratton Silver Band as a guest and deputy conductor, making this appointment especially exciting for both the band and our wider community.

As we look ahead to an exciting new chapter — including our move into the Second Section in 2026 — we are thrilled to have Jim leading the band. His energy, experience and passion for music-making will be a huge asset as we continue to grow and develop.

Please join us in giving Jim a very warm Bratton welcome! 👏

28/04/2026

🎬 Bratton Silver Band Presents… BRASS AT THE MOVIES 2026! 🎺

We're coming to Trowbridge with our amazing film music show!

Step into the spotlight and experience an unforgettable evening of epic film music as Bratton Silver Band brings the magic of the movies to life in glorious brass!

From soaring cinematic themes to heart-pounding action soundtracks, this spectacular concert features music from some of the greatest films of all time, including:

✨ The Greatest Showman
🐺 Dances with Wolves
🦇 Batman
🐔 Chicken Run
⭐️ Star Wars The Force Awakens

…and more big-screen favourites!

With dazzling themes, powerful melodies and moments of pure movie magic, this is a concert for film lovers, families and music fans alike. Whether you love adventure, drama, comedy or blockbuster spectacle, there’s something for everyone in this cinematic celebration.

🎟 Free tickets – book now to secure your seat!

Sat 9 May 2026, 7:00PM
Emmanuel's Yard
Trowbridge

https://www.ticketsource.com/bratton-community-brass-bands/bratton-silver-band-brass-at-the-movies-2026/e-ovqbve

Massive congratulations to our friends Flowers Band and our very own Jess Scott who became the European Brass Band Champ...
27/04/2026

Massive congratulations to our friends Flowers Band and our very own Jess Scott who became the European Brass Band Champions at the weekend in Linz, Austria. Winning both their Set Test piece and their own choice segments amidst the very best of Europe on their debut to the contest, they are the first UK brass band to do so in a decade! A phenomenal achievement for the South West Brass Band movement. 👏👏

🎶 Join Bratton Silver Band – Percussionist Wanted! 🥁Bratton Silver Band is looking for a competent and enthusiastic perc...
14/04/2026

🎶 Join Bratton Silver Band – Percussionist Wanted! 🥁

Bratton Silver Band is looking for a competent and enthusiastic percussionist to join our friendly and ambitious band!

We need someone who is confident across a range of percussion roles, including:
✨ Drum kit
✨ Tuned percussion
✨ Timpani & auxiliary percussion

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, contesting band with an exciting concert schedule and a great team spirit. Having recently achieved a strong result at the Regional Championships, we’re building for the future and would love you to be part of that journey.

Whether you’re an experienced player or looking for a new challenge, you’ll be warmly welcomed into a supportive and committed group of musicians.

📍 Rehearsals: Bratton Church Institute, Wiltshire (Monday 8:15-10pm & Friday 8:15-10:15pm)
📩 Interested? Contact Margaret at: [email protected]

Come and make some noise with us! 🥁🎶

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The Tynings
Bratton
BA134RR

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+447983144183

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