Ramsbury Silver Band

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What's New! Parish Council Amenity Group Village Diary Public Services Entertainment Transport Emergencies Clubs & Societies Sports Facilities Business Directory External Links	Ramsbury Silver Band origins date back to 1900 when founder, Thomas Hobbs formed, formed the Ramsbury Methodist Band who came together to play hymns for Methodist Church services. Over the years, the Band continued to thrive, surviving both world wars when many players were called away to join the forces. During the 1970s, the Band moved away from the church and changed its name to Ramsbury Silver Band.	In concert at Collingbourne Kingston
	The Band at a local fête	As an independant group, the Band has expanded its repertory and has become well known for entertaining performances at fêtes, shows and carnivals throughout the region. Over the past twenty years, the Band has also made a name by winning many prizes at competitions both in Wiltshire and further afield. To book the band for your event, contact Edward Judge silverband@ramsbury.org 01672 520748 07976 724550
	Come along to one of our rehearsal nights. You would be most welcome - just drop in. The Band rehearses in the Church Room on Wednesday & Friday evenings throughout the year. To find out more, contact Mandy Holstead ramsbury.band@ntlworld.com 01672 520154	In the rehearsal room
	Two graduates from the Training Band	Ramsbury Silver Band has been the training ground for many of the region's finest musicians. Some have moved on but many have stayed to pass on their talents through the Band's long-established training band. This strong commitment to future generations makes the Band a key component in preserving quality music-making in the Ramsbury community.
	If you are interested in learning to play an instrument, or would like to rekindle long-lost skills, please give us a call and open a gateway to a lifetime of fun and personal achievement.