We're the oldest brass band in the world!
Founded in 1809, the band has a long tradition in the local area and beyond. We've always been based in Stalybridge, near Manchester, England and we now live above Judges Bar on Corporation Street right in the heart of the town.
There's an extensive music library including original manuscript copies of some pieces. This means we can provide a wide variety of concert programmes to suit all types of venue and audience, and a band ranging from a small ensemble to a full 26 piece formation. If you want more details, contact us. See the Contacts Page for where to find us.
You'll find lots more about the band by looking at our Early History and Recent Events.
Latest News
April 2012
- In April we did a short season at Hyde Festival Theatre, in a production of "Brassed Off". The show was a sell-out and the press review in the Reporter and Chronicle says it all:
"Brassed Off is one of the iconic films of the 1990s and to bring this to the stage would certainly present a challenge for any theatre group.
But Hyde Little Theatre have every right to blow their own trumpet after their production proved nothing short of brilliant.
Taking to the stage last week, Stalybridge Old Band provided the very best of brass for the production to create a truly authentic atmosphere.
There is something special about the sound of a brass band and Stalybridge Old Band's performance throughout was breathtaking, with the musical dimension bringing the script to life....................."
Read the NODA (National Operatic and Dramatic Association) review by clicking here.
Look at our picture gallery by clicking here.
June 2012
- In June we'll be welcoming our friends from the C J Kickham Band, Tipperary for the Whit Friday Contest bonanza on Friday 1st June.
- We're playing a joint concert with the Kickham Band and Yew Tree Singers in Stalybridge Civic Hall on Saturday June 2nd. Tickets cost £5.00 and the concert starts at 7:30pm. Ring Tameside's Ticket Hotline on 0161 342 4144.
- On Tuesday 5th June we're playing in Stamford Park at 12:00 noon as part of the celebrations for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Stamford Park is between Stalybridge and Ashton-under-Lyne.