Welcome to our website
This is the website of the world famous Littlehampton Concert Band. We are a community focused concert band based in Littlehampton, West Sussex on the south coast of England.
The aim of our website is to provide all the background information you could ever need about the band as well as providing regular updates about forthcoming concerts and events.
You'll also find samples of the band, media cuttings and photos so there is plenty to see on the site. And if you have any feedback, feel free to get in touch.
New Concerts Announced
It's already a busy year and we've just announced two more concerts to the calendar. The first is the 8th July 2012 where the Littlehampton Concert Band will open the Arundel Proms season. Later in July, we will be performing for the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games (in Poling - not London!). It's going to be great fun!
The traditional Birthday concert has become one of the highlights of our calendar and this year, it was better than ever. The 24th Birthday went off with a bang and the packed audience were treated to a selection of music and some fantastic solos. Local Councillor Tony Squires presented the Squires Cup for the best young musician to Alex Barnes and Pat Clifton presented the Clifton prize to Jan de Landtsheer for outstanding service to the band.
If you missed this year's party, then WATCH THIS SPACE. Next year's concert will celebrate 25 years of music making and it's going to be very, very special indeed!
Once again, the Littlehampton Concert Band is organising a weekend of fun and music making in February 2013. We organise it but it's open to all and becoming very popular indeed.
It's early days yet but we're starting to get and idea of numbers so if you would like to come simply call Bob on 01903 213028. The 2013 Band Weekender will be in Bournemouth and we've already got a growing pile of fun music which hopefully, most people will have never seen before. Food, drink and a great time, guaranteed.
Brilliant performance for Chestnut Tree House
Despite a much smaller audience than expected, the Littlehampton Concert Band put on a great performance to raise money for Chestnut Tree House, Childrens Hospice. In total, over £200 was raised for the charity and a great night was enjoyed by all.
Congratulations Claire & Dave
The Littlehampton Concert Band would like to wish Claire & Dave Poste congratulations on their recent wedding and we hope you both have a great life together. The happy couple tied the not on Friday 9th March 2012 and are now enjoying a musical honeymoon in Austria.
Belgium Trip - More Info
The Littlehampton Concert Band is going on holiday again, and this time we're off to Belgium. Antwerp to be precise, in June 2012. It promises to be a great trip with lots going on and we still have a few spaces left for musicians who would like to come.
The trip will include a sight-seeing tour of the famous harbour and docks, a visit to a market, and an organised walking tour of local beverage retailers (Pub-Crawl with local specialities and dancing etc.!). Oh, and we'll be doing some performances (hangover permitting) in the town too!
If you would like to come but haven't signed up so far, please get in touch soon. It is mainly for band members but if you are not in the band but would like to come, there are spaces available and we're a very friendly bunch!
We've now updated the Belgium Trip 2012 page with more information about what we'll be doing in Antwerp so do check it out.
Our next public engagement is ...
24th Birthday Concert
The Littlehampton Concert Band will next be performing a free concert in celebration of the band's 24th Birthday. All are welcome however it is strictly ticketted to keep an eye on numbers. Tickets are available from the band so get in touch.
Want to know more? See the 24th Birthday Concert page for all the details.
Don't forget to check out the 2012 concerts page for our whole list of other great concerts.
Join The Littlehampton Concert Band
We're often approached by musicians asking if they can join the band and we welcome musicians of all ages and standards. Of course, we have to consider band size and balance so watch this space for details of any vacancies in the Littlehampton Concert Band.
The current vacancies we have are:-
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2nd Bassoon 3rd & 4th French Horn 1st Trombone |
Euphonium/Baritone Tuba |
If you play one of these instruments and would like to join the Littlehampton Concert Band, please contact Bob Haselip on 01903 213028 or email maestro@littlehampton-concertband.co.uk