In addition to the Christmas Concerts, the band performed in several locations in order to collect funds. Without these carolling gigs, we would not be able to afford music, instruments and, more importantly, we wouldn’t have Melvin as our conductor. This year we want to thank the following locations for graciously allowing us to play…Read more Otterbourne Christmas Carolling 2016
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OVH Christmas Concerts – 10/12/2016
Although somewhat belated, we love to keep our fans up-to-date with our activities, and Christmas is our busiest period. Read on for more! The now traditional Otterbourne Christmas concert weekend was once again a highlight of the Band’s busy Christmas schedule. Both the afternoon and evening concerts were very well supported and the audience enjoyed…Read more OVH Christmas Concerts – 10/12/2016
Otterbourne Village Fete and Jalopies – 26/06/2016
Sunday saw the band making its annual appearance at the Otterbourne Village Fete, an event which is enjoyed by band members young and old. The threatened rain fortuitously held off until we had finished playing and we were able to entertain visitors to the show with a varied selection of music from the Second Waltz of Shostakovich’s Jazz…Read more Otterbourne Village Fete and Jalopies – 26/06/2016
OVH Summer Concert – 03/07/2016
So after thunderstorms and heavy rain on Saturday, I was worried that we may not have a good turnout for our summer concert today, but the sun was shining for us and the village hall was …(almost?) full. Everyone seemed in good spirits as I arrived, having gone to pick up “Big H”, that’s Henry,…Read more OVH Summer Concert – 03/07/2016
OVH Summer Concert – 12/06/2016
With a win for Wales and a draw for England in the Euros the day before, the referendum a mere blip on the horizon and the sun holding out, all was set for Otterbourne Brass’s first summer concert. Led by Paul Chapman, the band got off to a rousing start with Fame and Glory before settling into…Read more OVH Summer Concert – 12/06/2016
Spring Concert – 08/05/2016
Last Sunday saw Otterbourne Brass’s first concert appearance of 2016. With the first three months of the year dedicated to the two contests the band have competed in, it was nice to have a change of scene and put on a great concert. In addition, the concert saw a return to one of our favourite…Read more Spring Concert – 08/05/2016
The Christmas Season 2015
December is notorious for being the busiest season for brass bands. For Otterbourne Brass, this is no exception. Sarah was hard at work in the early months of 2015 booking us into shops, garden centres and Christmas Markets to give us the opportunity to play for donations. This is essential for us, as we are…Read more The Christmas Season 2015
Brain Tumour Research Fundraising Concert – 06/06/2015
On Saturday the 6th of June, we had the privilege of giving a concert at St Mary’s Church, Bishopstoke in aid of Brain Tumour Research. The concert was organised by Wendy Dale, in memory of her husband Malcolm, who sadly passed away last year due to this condition. We started off in the traditional way by…Read more Brain Tumour Research Fundraising Concert – 06/06/2015
Goodbye Gareth! Spring Concert – 10/05/2015
On Sunday 10th May, Otterbourne Brass gave a concert at Chandlers Ford Methodist Church. The Programme contained the usual mix of brass band favourites and music from other genres including Blue Rondo a la Turk, Mephistopheles, Soul Bossa Nova and David of the White Rock. The Band also included items from the programme they will…Read more Goodbye Gareth! Spring Concert – 10/05/2015
Baby Proms – 02/04/2015
Next Thursday 2nd April at St Luke’s Church, Hedge End will be our Brilliant Brass concert – just the ticket to get us in the mood for Spring. With a programme including Floral Dance, Pie Jesu, Galliard Battaglia and Old MacDonald Had Some Brass. For anyone with older children on inset days, they are welcome. There…Read more Baby Proms – 02/04/2015