Performances are subject to change & are weather dependentAll performances from 2.30 to 4.30pm with a short interval unless otherwise stated.*10am start. Shepway Brass Academy at 2.30pm^Begins at 10am

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JUNEJune 2nd Crystal Palace BandJune 3rd Kent Police BandJune 10th Deal Brass AcademyJune 17th Invicta Concert BandJune 24th Invicta Jazz Orchestra

JULY

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

July 1st Armed Forces Day^July 8th UK Paper BandJuly 14th Festivals Music Day &

Shepway Brass Academy*July 15th No Band - Strongest Man

UK Competition^July 22nd Hythe Town Concert BandJuly 28th Ashford Concert BandJuly 29th City of Canterbury Band

MAYMay 27th Sevenoaks & Tonbridge Band Aug 5th Faversham Mission Brass

BandAug 12th Birchington Silver BandAug 19th Second Wind Concert

BandAug 26th Gravesend Borough Band

Sept 2nd 1st Whitstable Scout Band

Summer Programme 2018Leas Bandstand

Arranged for you by Folkestone Festivals with support from Shepway District Council

Sevenoaks & Tonbridge BandFormed in 1980, band members travel from a wide area. The band plays in Eastbourne and at Tonbridge Castle in summer months.

Crystal Palace BandOne of very few remaining traditional brass bands in London. Founded in 1901, today the band has over 30 playing members and a thriving Progress Band.

Kent Police BandKent Police Band Formed in 1977 by serving Police Officers. The band has performed in front of the Royal Family & at 10 Downing Street. The Director of Music is John Groves.

Deal Brass Academy This band offers unique opportunities to share in the joy of music making with others and to develop their abilities in a supportive atmosphere.

Invicta Concert BandBased in Herne Bay the Band was established in 1983 and has gained a reputation as being one of the most popular Concert Bands in the area.

Invicta Jazz OrchestraA friendly group of 30 amateur musicians aged from GCSE students to retired! Gigs include Whistable Oyster Festival & Sevenoaks Festival

Armed Forces Day Uniting the Service Personnel of the past, present and future to increase awareness of the Armed Forces contribution to the community. Stands and displays from 10am.

UK Paper BandTraditional marches, selections from popular musicals, popular songs & more unusual pieces

Shepway Brass Academy & Festivals Music DayShepway Brass Academy rehearses every Saturday in term-time at Christ Church Primary Academy. Youngsters can learn to play & borrow an instrument for just £1.00 per week.

Hythe Town Concert BandFormally the Hythe Town Military Band and with history dating back to 1890, the Hythe Town Concert Band is always ready to welcome new members. Rehearsals are open to all players of any age who are at least Grade 1 standard.

Ashford Concert BandA local community band for adults with the aim of enjoying music as well as raising money for charity. Over the past 20 years the band has grown in size and reputation under the baton of Tony Thornton.

City of Canterbury BandFormed in 1969, some of the original members still play with the band now. Members come from all walks of life and are a great range of ages.

Faversham Mission Brass BandA non-contesting brass band, it has become more a town band than a church band. But, it is still connected to Faversham Gospel Mission and plays at its services about three times a year.

Birchington Silver BandFounded 70 years ago with a great reputation and devoted supporters. Musical Director is Stuart Cates. Official town band of Les Mureaux near Paris where they play at the Easter Services.

Second Wind Concert BandAn enthusiastic group of players from West Kent who came together in 1998. Rehearsals are held every Friday evening & new members are welcome.

Gravesend Borough BandGravesend Borough Band are a concert band composed of around 30 friendly amateur players, with a wide range of ages. The band has existed for over 135 years, and we feel proud to have this history behind us.

1st Whitstable Scout BandThis popular band will give a rousing finale for this summer season.

Live at The Bandstand this summer...