Not a Great View from our Mountain!

Another year, and another Regional Championships in the 'English Riviera'. The band was again competing in the First Section West of England Regional Championships on the 11th March 2012. The music chosen was ‘Mountain Views’ by Bertrand Moren, which on paper looked to be one of the easier test pieces technically that we have had to play in recent years. However, this nearly always means that the contest results throw up a few surprises!

Preparations went well with our now not so new Musical Director Helen Kinder, and we also called on the vastly experienced Gareth Pritchard. Gareth took an excellent three hour rehearsal two weeks prior to the contest. This kept us on our toes and allowed Helen to step back and listen to the band from a different perspective. We were ascending this mountain confident that we could continue our recent form and push for a podium spot.

You always hope for a mid-table draw, and we got our wish playing number eight, just after the interval. Coming off stage, the overall feeling was that we had put in a solid performance, not without error, but still something to be proud of. Having had promising comments from supporters and followers alike, we were very disappointed to not even make the top six. Tenth was our position - a disappointing result.

The result aside, there were many positives to come out of the weekend. Not least that all of the players on the stage were our own regular members. The 'Bandies' out there know, having 'bums on seats' in rehearsal week-in week-out makes your hobby a lot more enjoyable.

A final note to say thank you and good luck to our Tutti Cornet player Nick Burroughs with his new posting up North with the Army. In his relatively short time with the band, he has been a great servant, player and friend to all of us. All the best Nick. Next Stop: Weston-super-Mare!

The band playing at the Fordingbridge Festival, the Caravan Club and Roaring 40s Concerts and playing off the Oriana cruise ship in Southampton

Current Vacancies

Tutti Cornet

BBb Bass

Percussion

As a friendly, family orientated band we always welcome new players. We are popular in the area, so cannot always guarantee the vacancy of your choice, but if you are interested, a good standard player and would like to join the band or come along to a rehearsal, then please contact:

We'd love to have you along for a blow.

Looking Forward to 2012

After the disappointing result at the WoE Regional Contest in Torquay, the band is now looking forward to competing in the SWBBA Own Choice Contest in Weston-super-Mare in May. Preparations are well under way and band members are all enjoying a new challenge and the new test-piece.

With a summer season of Jubilee engagements, concerts and our annual Roaring 40s Concert ahead, the band will be very busy rehearsing and preparing over the coming weeks. Please keep checking our Calendar page to see where we will be playing - all are welcome to come and listen.

Become a Friend

At Hyde Band we recognise and appreciate the long-term support of people that regularly attend our concerts and follow the band's contesting progress. This is why we are now launching our "Become a Friend of Hyde Band" scheme. If you are interested in becoming a Friend, then please visit our Sponsors & Friends page to find out more.



Welcome to Hyde Band's Website
Hyde Band is a successful 1st Section contesting brass band based in Fordingbridge, Hampshire. West of England 1st Section Champions in 2007, the band always strives to achieve the very best. In addition to contesting, we pride ourselves on putting on a good show. We are available for any type of event including concerts, weddings, fetes, festivals and shows. If you are interested in booking the band, please see our Book the Band page for more details.
Not a Great View from our Mountain! Another year, and another Regional Championships in the 'English Riviera'. The band was again competing in the First Section West of England Regional Championships on the 11th March 2012. The music chosen was ‘Mountain Views’ by Bertrand Moren, which on paper looked to be one of the easier test pieces technically that we have had to play in recent years. However, this nearly always means that the contest results throw up a few surprises! Preparations went well with our now not so new Musical Director Helen Kinder, and we also called on the vastly experienced Gareth Pritchard. Gareth took an excellent three hour rehearsal two weeks prior to the contest. This kept us on our toes and allowed Helen to step back and listen to the band from a different perspective. We were ascending this mountain confident that we could continue our recent form and push for a podium spot. You always hope for a mid-table draw, and we got our wish playing number eight, just after the interval. Coming off stage, the overall feeling was that we had put in a solid performance, not without error, but still something to be proud of. Having had promising comments from supporters and followers alike, we were very disappointed to not even make the top six. Tenth was our position - a disappointing result. The result aside, there were many positives to come out of the weekend. Not least that all of the players on the stage were our own regular members. The 'Bandies' out there know, having 'bums on seats' in rehearsal week-in week-out makes your hobby a lot more enjoyable. A final note to say thank you and good luck to our Tutti Cornet player Nick Burroughs with his new posting up North with the Army. In his relatively short time with the band, he has been a great servant, player and friend to all of us. All the best Nick. Next Stop: Weston-super-Mare! Hyde Band at the WoE Regional Championships - March 2012 The band playing at the Fordingbridge Festival, the Caravan Club and Roaring 40s Concerts and playing off the Oriana cruise ship in Southampton			Forthcoming Engagements 2012 Hover over the list to halt the scroll. Please see the Calendar page for more details. Recent Contest Results WoE Regional Championships 2012 - 10th Place WBBA Contest 2011- 2nd Place (4th Place overall) GBBA Own Choice Contest 2011- 2nd Place WoE Regional Championships 2011- 3rd Place GBBA Own Choice Contest 2010 - 2nd Place Current Vacancies Tutti Cornet BBb Bass Percussion As a friendly, family orientated band we always welcome new players. We are popular in the area, so cannot always guarantee the vacancy of your choice, but if you are interested, a good standard player and would like to join the band or come along to a rehearsal, then please contact: Matt Spencer and James Fletcher: secretary@hydeband.co.uk or Mark Fletcher: hydechairman@btinternet.com We'd love to have you along for a blow. Looking Forward to 2012 After the disappointing result at the WoE Regional Contest in Torquay, the band is now looking forward to competing in the SWBBA Own Choice Contest in Weston-super-Mare in May. Preparations are well under way and band members are all enjoying a new challenge and the new test-piece. With a summer season of Jubilee engagements, concerts and our annual Roaring 40s Concert ahead, the band will be very busy rehearsing and preparing over the coming weeks. Please keep checking our Calendar page to see where we will be playing - all are welcome to come and listen. Become a Friend At Hyde Band we recognise and appreciate the long-term support of people that regularly attend our concerts and follow the band's contesting progress. This is why we are now launching our "Become a Friend of Hyde Band" scheme. If you are interested in becoming a Friend, then please visit our Sponsors & Friends page to find out more. Follow Us on Twitter Hyde Band have just launched their new Twitter page @HydeBand. Please follow us for regular updates and news from the band.

Welcome to Hyde Band's Website

Not a Great View from our Mountain!

Forthcoming Engagements 2012

Recent Contest Results

Current Vacancies

Looking Forward to 2012

Become a Friend

Follow Us on Twitter