East Hertfordshire · Est. 1894
Big sound.
Warm welcome.
A traditional brass band with more than 150 years of music-making behind us—and plenty still to play.
Our band
Proudly Ware.
Unmistakably Brass.
From our beginnings in Victorian Hertfordshire to today’s concert and contest stages, Ware Brass brings people together through bold, joyful live music.
We perform as a full traditional brass band or a compact ten-piece ensemble, bringing the right sound to concerts, community occasions, weddings, festivals and private events.
What’s on
Come and hear us.
Concerts, contests and community appearances—live from Muzodo, so this list is always the latest.
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From the bandroom
Latest notes.
News, results, announcements and stories from the Ware Brass archive.
New Musical Director Appointment
Following an extensive search over the last few months, Ware Brass are delighted to annouce that they have appointed Jonathan Lockwood as their permanent MD. Jonathan was born in Chatham Kent and started his brass bandin…
Christmas Concert 2023 - Not long to go now.....
Saturday 16th December 2023 - Christmas Concert, Allenbury's Social Club, Harris's Ln, Ware SG12 0DJ 19:00 - 21:30 Come and join us for an amazing evening of your favourite Christmas music featuring favourites such as Sa…
November Show 2023 - 100 Years of Disney!!
Its that time again - November Show Time !! This year the theme is 100 Years of Disney. It's on Saturday 18th November at Ware Drill Hall, show time starts at 18:30 !! Tickets are available from https://warebrassdisney.e…
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There’s a place for you here.
We welcome experienced brass and percussion players, whether you’re looking for a band or simply visiting the area. Rehearsals are Monday evenings in High Cross.
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