Harmonie Concert Band

Harmonie Concert Band was established in 1976 (as the Basildon Concert Band), and now comprises about 40 musicians.

We are always keen to attract new players - brass, woodwind and percussion - and all are assured of a warm welcome. Auditions are not required; new members are encouraged to just come along and sit in at rehearsals. While Section Principals are Grade 8 standard or above, as a guide, RSM Grade 5 would be a good starting point, but the main prerequisites are enthusiasm to make music with others and to improve one's own musical ability.

We have an extensive library of over 600 pieces of music, and new items are always being added, so there are always new challenges for the players, and a wide variety of programmes can be provided for concert and event organisers.

For further information about the band, membership, or if you would like us to come to play at your venue, please email us, or contact:

Concert Manager: Muriel Cornwell - 01268 545969

Secretary: Jennie Buckingham – 01702 231404

Harmonie Concert Band has been supported by the Grassroots Grant managed by Essex Community Foundation who have awarded us money for new music for this year's programme. Essex Community Foundation was set up in 1996 and has established a grants programme which has seen more than 3300 Essex based charities and community groups receive over £10million in grants. Funds are distributed on behalf of a wide range of donors who want their charitable giving to be accessible to local charities. www.essexcommunityfoundation.org.uk

Petroplus - Europe's leading independent refiner and wholesaler of petroleum products, and the owner of Coryton refinery - has supported the band, providing funds for the purchase of new equipment. http://www.petroplusholdings.com