ABOUT US
OUR AIM
"To enjoy coming together to make entertaining music."
OUR VALUES
"Courtesy & respect, equality & inclusiveness, enthusiasm & teamwork, commitment & endeavour."
OUR PURPOSE*
"The advancement of the musical arts and culture in Northern Ireland, particularly in the North Down area, by:
~ affording the opportunity for anyone to make music as part of a brass band;
~ developing musicianship and ensemble playing within the band;
~ providing the general public with exposure to the brass band repertoire and promoting their appreciation of it;
~ participating through musical performance in the traditions and culture of the local community."
* as registered with the Charity Commissioner for N. Ireland
OUR PUBLIC BENEFIT*
"The contribution our band makes to society in having a rich diversity of music to experience from different cultures and origins, and also the benefit derived by those who are provided with an opportunity to make and perform music, particularly as a member of a larger group. These benefits are wide-ranging, universally recognised and well documented in academic research. They include, but are not limited to, cultural expression and enrichment, emotional and mental wellbeing, cognitive development, socialisation and improved physical health."
* registered charities are required to deliver a public benefit