The concert was in aid of Swindon Cares, and was recorded for broadcast on Sunday 18th July. Invited to play for the whole of the second half of the concert, the Band delighted a packed Christ Church with the quality of sound that is now becoming its trademark.

The quality of music making was no more evident than in the Band's rendition of "Pavane"; a sound that was truely delightful. But there was technical competence on display too, with two numbers from Peter Graham's challenging "Windows of the World". In an ever expanding repertoire, the Band included new numbers too: Leroy Anderson's "Sand Paper Ballet" featured percussionist Jason Ferris and the duet "Deep Inside the Sacred Temple" from Bizet's Pearl Fishers showcased the Band's Euphonium section.

 

Windows of the World is a departure from the traditional brass band piece, and comprises 6 separate movements: "Amazonia", "Rainforest, "The Rising Sun", "Drums of Thunder", "Celtic Dream" and "Earth Walk". The first two movements were played at the Swindon Cares concert, but the Band will be playing the whole piece at its Festival of Music in October. Tickets for this event are now available online: Chirst Church was virtually sold out, so book early to avoid disappointment.