BCB through the ages
Historical photos of the Bourne Concert Band from the early days to present
Historical photos of the Bourne Concert Band from the early days to present
2025 - Dorset
Band trip to Dorset - 13th-15th June 2025. Staying in Swanage, the band performed two concerts, one at the Swanage Bandstand on Saturday afternoon and a second at Christchurch Bandstand on the way home on Sunday. The weather was stunning, with only a few issues of blustery wind whilst playing. 'Chairgate' was averted by members bringing foldable chairs at the last minute. The first evening was a meal in the Black Swan and the second evening was a fish and chip supper followed by a quiz in the Loft Community Hall. All fantastically organised by a great sub-committee. Photos taken by Steve
Band trip to Dorset - 13th-15th June 2025. Staying in Swanage, the band performed two concerts, one at the Swanage Bandstand on Saturday afternoon and a second at Christchurch Bandstand on the way home on Sunday. The weather was stunning, with only a few issues of blustery wind whilst playing. 'Chairgate' was averted by members bringing foldable chairs at the last minute. The first evening was a meal in the Black Swan and the second evening was a fish and chip supper followed by a quiz in the Loft Community Hall. All fantastically organised by a great sub-committee. Photos taken by Steve
2024 - 40th Anniversary
BCB 40th Anniversary Celebration - 6th July 2024 (Thanks to Leo Wilkinson for the photos of the band https://www.leothephotographer.co.uk/)
BCB 40th Anniversary Celebration - 6th July 2024 (Thanks to Leo Wilkinson for the photos of the band https://www.leothephotographer.co.uk/)
2018 WBA Festival
Wind Band Association Festival - 5th - 7th October 2018. Held at Hothorpe Hall, Leicestershire
Wind Band Association Festival - 5th - 7th October 2018. Held at Hothorpe Hall, Leicestershire
2015 - Isle of Wight
Band trip to the Isle of Wight - 26th-28th June 2015
Band trip to the Isle of Wight - 26th-28th June 2015
2014 - Yorkshire
Band trip to Yorkshire - 27th-29th June 2014
Band trip to Yorkshire - 27th-29th June 2014
2013 - Derby
BCB trip to Derby - 28th-30th June 2013. The band visited Chatsworth House before overnighting in Derby. The following day was Armed Forces Day and the band played at the National Memorial Arboretum (NMA). On the Sunday the band played at the Denby Pottery Visitor's Centre and at the Larkhill Retirement Village before returning home.
BCB trip to Derby - 28th-30th June 2013. The band visited Chatsworth House before overnighting in Derby. The following day was Armed Forces Day and the band played at the National Memorial Arboretum (NMA). On the Sunday the band played at the Denby Pottery Visitor's Centre and at the Larkhill Retirement Village before returning home.
2012 - Guernsey
Band trip to Guernsey - 13th-15rh July 2012
Band trip to Guernsey - 13th-15rh July 2012
2011 - Jersey
Band trip to Jersey - 24th-26th June 2011
Band trip to Jersey - 24th-26th June 2011
2009 - France
Band trip to Le Touquet, France - 26th-28th June 2009
Band trip to Le Touquet, France - 26th-28th June 2009
2008 - Isle of Wight
Band trip to the Isle of Wight - 27th - 29th June 2008
Band trip to the Isle of Wight - 27th - 29th June 2008
2007 - Devon
Band trip to Exeter - 29th June - 1st July 2007
Band trip to Exeter - 29th June - 1st July 2007
2006 - France
Band trip to Rouen, France - 30th June - 2nd July 2006
Band trip to Rouen, France - 30th June - 2nd July 2006
2004 - Belgium
Band visit to Belgium 30th April - 2nd May 2004
Band visit to Belgium 30th April - 2nd May 2004
2004 - 20th Anniversary
20th Anniversary Celebrations - 29th August 2004 More than 40 people attended the Band's 20th Anniversary Celebration. Unfortunately the weather was not as kind as it could have been and much of the time was spent under the marquee! A few former members came along and reminisced along with current members. The archives from the last twenty years were on display and there were many comments such as, "I remember that!" and "Was it really that long ago!". A presentation was made to Alan as the longest-serving member, having played in the band since its formation. After an excellent barbeque meal, several members took part in a "busking" session. A good time was had by all. Here's to the next twenty years . . .
20th Anniversary Celebrations - 29th August 2004 More than 40 people attended the Band's 20th Anniversary Celebration. Unfortunately the weather was not as kind as it could have been and much of the time was spent under the marquee! A few former members came along and reminisced along with current members. The archives from the last twenty years were on display and there were many comments such as, "I remember that!" and "Was it really that long ago!". A presentation was made to Alan as the longest-serving member, having played in the band since its formation. After an excellent barbeque meal, several members took part in a "busking" session. A good time was had by all. Here's to the next twenty years . . .
2003 Composition Competition
In the winter of 2002/2003 the Bourne Concert Bnad held a competition entitle "Calling all Composers" in memory of a band member, David Allen, who was tragically killed in a road accident a few years before. The winner was John Hughes with his composition 'Piece for David' which the band premiered at their March 2003 concert.
In the winter of 2002/2003 the Bourne Concert Bnad held a competition entitle "Calling all Composers" in memory of a band member, David Allen, who was tragically killed in a road accident a few years before. The winner was John Hughes with his composition 'Piece for David' which the band premiered at their March 2003 concert.
