Our adult street band, for members age 18+, rehearses on alternate Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9pm in Windmill Hill (BS3).
Mixed ability band
Our aim is for the band to be as inclusive as possible. We therefore welcome brass, woodwind and percussion players of a variety of levels, ideally grade 2/3 upwards. While we do not provide instrumental teaching within the weekly rehearsal sessions, we can tailor parts for individuals based on their playing ability. We can also provide instrumental teaching outside of the weekly rehearsal sessions to support the development and progress of band members.
Music taught by ear
There is no requirement for our street band players to be able to read music, although this would be an advantage. All tunes are taught by ear and led using hand signals but sheet music and recordings are provided to support practice at home.
Percussion instruments provided
We can provide drums/hand held percussion instruments or you are welcome to bring your own if preferred. Wind players currently need to bring their own instruments with them, although we are hoping to be able to provide wind instruments to those who need them in the future.
Regular gig opportunities
Band members will have the opportunity to perform regularly at local festivals, parades and community events. Our adult and youth members learn the same repertoire and perform together as one large band.
Free taster session
The cost per rehearsal session is £6, payable termly in advance. We offer a free taster session to any new members so you can try it out before committing to the whole term.
If you would like to join us or find out more please get in touch!
Bright Sounds are committed to safeguarding the well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk we come into contact with and to protecting them from harm. Our music leaders are DBS checked and committed to upholding our safeguarding policy
It takes a lot of time and energy to learn an instrument. Even when you've started to get the hang of it there's only so much you can achieve practising at home. Lara creates a friendly supportive atmosphere where the group works on songs together. There is a wide range of abilities across brass, woodwind and percussion. No strings! We learn the tunes by ear and Lara backs this up by sending out the 'dots' (sheet music) later. People's confidence visibly improves along with the performances. We play one or two gigs a month. Even better, they're a friendly bunch!