Join Rushmoor Concert Band
A Friendly Community Wind Band near Aldershot & Farnborough
Are you an amateur musician looking to play in a friendly, well-established wind band? Whether you’re picking up your instrument again after a break or playing regularly, Rushmoor Concert Band is always welcoming new members!
We are a thriving community wind band based near Aldershot and Farnborough, performing a wide variety of music and bringing together players of all ages and backgrounds. And, best of all, we’re a low-pressure group focused on having fun and making music together.
About Rushmoor Concert Band
Rushmoor Concert Band is a non-audition amateur wind band that rehearses weekly and performs throughout the year. Our repertoire includes film scores, show tunes, classical pieces, concert band standards, marches, and more.
We perform around 5-10 concerts annually across Hampshire and Surrey, supporting local charities, community events, and seasonal concerts.
Who Can Join?
We welcome amateur musicians aged 16 and above who play woodwind, brass, or percussion instruments. There’s no audition, but being already able to read music and play in tune is a must!
We welcome any of the instruments in a concert band:
- Clarinets
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- Trumpets / Cornets
- Trombones
- Euphoniums
- Tubas
- French Horns
- Percussionists (kit and tuned)
If you play percussion - we have a kit in our rehearsal room so you don't have to bring your own every week.
Rehearsals
When: Every Monday, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: Cody Sports and Social Club, conveniently located near Fleet, near Aldershot and near Farnborough
Our rehearsals are fun, productive, and friendly. We focus on making great music together in a relaxed but purposeful atmosphere. There’s no pressure, just a group of like-minded individuals enjoying music.
During the break, we stop for a chat and refresh ourselves at the club’s bar – a perfect opportunity to get to know your fellow musicians and unwind before the second half of rehearsal.
Why Join Our Wind Band?
- Play diverse and exciting music
- Improve your skills as an amateur musician
- Meet like-minded players in the local community
- Rehearse near Aldershot, Farnborough, and Fleet
- Perform regularly at public concerts and local events
- No audition required – just enthusiasm and a love of music!
- Relax and socialise during the break at the bar
Interested in Joining?
We’d love to hear from you! If you're an amateur musician looking for a wind band near Aldershot, Farnborough, or Fleet, Rushmoor Concert Band could be the perfect fit.
E-Mail us today at info@rushmoorconcertband.org or come and sit in on a rehearsal to try it out.