Welcome to our new players!
The band would like to welcome David Plain and Naomi Pulfrey to the ranks.
David has been away from banding for a number of years and has recently returned to form and joined the band to fill the vacant Flugel seat. Naomi Pulfrey has recently moved from Aberdeen to study in Edinburgh and joins our euphonium rank. Both are excellent players who we are lucky to have. The band are looking forward to working as a team with David and Naomi on all our upcoming engagements.
CD on Sale: Cry Me A River
The band has recently recorded a new CD which will be titled 'Cry Me A River' which is now on sale.The CD will sell at £12 and can be pre-ordered by contacting the band secretary.
Christmas in the 'Pans!
Look out for the band over the Christmas period! We'll be heading round Prestonpans on some of our rehearsal evenings to play carols for the local community. We'll be collecting as well for the band funds and the Sick Kids Friends Foundation. Come and speak to us if you see us.
FOR SALE
Two fibreglass shell 'PREMIER' timpani one 26" & one 29" drum, both of the same construction. Both are pedal operated, each has a fine tuning feature. The drums are approx. 25 years old, but are in good playable condition - a little refurbishment is required (lubrication, general mechanical attention). Heads are intact but need replacement. Reason for sale is new instruments have been bought. Price: £300 for one, or £550 the pair. Buyer must arrange uplift (location: East Lothian)
To arrange to view, or get a digital image of the drums, contact the band.
BAND RAFFLE
The band is holding a raffle which will be drawn on Sunday 11th December.
The money raised from this raffle will go directly to band funds to help us continue to represent our community at all our engagements.
Prizes include: Flat Screen TV and Blu Ray player, Glenkinchie Distillery Tour tickets, Grocery hamper, Champagne and many other prizes.
Tickets are sold at £1 and can be purchased by contacting us here.
BAND VACANCIES
The band currently has vacancies within their ranks for committed players who are looking for a new challenge. The vacancies which we have are for:
- Percussion
- Tutti solo Cornet
If you are interested in coming along to the band, or would like more information, please contact us.
Training Band
Our training band are currently recruiting those who would like to learn to play a brass instrument. As long as you are over the age of 7, you can come along. Check out the Junior Band section of our website our contact our band secretary.
