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Kierans Motors sponsors Drogheda Brass Band

Kierans Motors, Drogheda, has entered into an exciting new partnership with Drogheda Brass Band, just ahead of the band’s Summer Sounds concert on Sunday July 28th.

Tony Kierans, Dealer Principal, was a member of the band in the past and decided to give something back to the band, in order to help with ongoing costs such as energy, heat and insurance – as well as focusing on helping the band’s School of Music and youth section. 

“We understand the importance of youth to any organization and we’re delighted to be able to help Drogheda Brass Band in this way,” said Tony.

Summer Sounds 2024 set to kick off

Drogheda Brass Band is delighted to welcome back to the town two members of the world famous Cory Band to work with the band for its revamped Summer Sounds course. 

Glyn Williams - a euphonium superstar and guest conductor for the weekend – will be joined by his wife and guest soloist Helen Williams, a flugel horn legend and widely regarded as one of the best in the world at her craft. 

Seán sets hearts aglow with superb solo set

Seán Tester delighted Drogheda Brass Band audience with concert repertoire

Drogheda's fabulous tenor Seán Tester gave an astounding performance of some of his repertoire as the popular local singer joined forces with Drogheda Brass Band for a highly successful concert in the Augustinian Church on Sunday 25th February.

Under musical director Stephen Murray, the band put on a masterful display as well, featuring Neal O'Kennedy on cornet and Brian Murphy on trombone as soloists during their sets.

Kicking off with a traditional brass band march - Castle Coch - the band set the tone for what would be a thoroughly enjoyable evening of music and song.

Looking for new players - how to apply

Due to a mixture of COVID-enforced issues, some players departing for foreign shores and recent departures from the band due to work commitments, we have a number of vacancies in the band.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the current national brass band champions of Ireland.

We currently have vacancies for the following positions: 

  • Solo cornet 
  • Eb Bass 
  • Percussion 

The band currently rehearses twice a week - on Thursday nights at 8pm-10pm and on Sunday mornings at 11am-1pm.

Drogheda Brass Band retains National champions title

Drogheda Brass Band returned to the National Band Championships of Ireland at the Dean Crowe Theatre in Athlone on Saturday last following a three-year COVID-19-enduced absence and came away with first place in Section 1 Brass, making what is surely one of the longest records for retaining a title – after they won the same section as champions in 2019, when the contest was last held!

New beginners' class starts this month

The multi-award-winning Drogheda Brass Band is recruiting for a new class of beginner students. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to read and play music in a fun group setting.

The band has a fantastic facility at East Coast Business Park that is the envy of bands around the country.

Under conductor John Carpenter, the band finishes its summer/autumn series of concerts when it entertains the crowds at the Oldbridge Harvest Fair on Sunday 25 September. 

The local group is now recruiting for its school of music, established in the 1980s.

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Beginners' class starting soon!

13-time national brass band champions of Ireland Drogheda Brass Band is delighted to announce it is recruiting for a class of beginners.

We want YOU to join our brilliant school of music and take part in fun competitions, perform grade exams through the renowned Royal School of Music join our highly successful Drogheda Youth Brass.

AGED 7 OR OVER AND INTERESTED IN JOINING THE COUNTRY’S TOP BRASS BAND, THEN EMAIL DROGHEDAYOUTHBRASS@GMAIL.COM

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