6 O'clock Brass

Update summer 2025 - We are planning to restart 6 O'clock Brass on Wednesday 5th November.

A friendly group for brass players of around grade 1 or grade 2 standard

6 O’clock Brass or simply “6B” is aimed at those starting out in ensemble playing. There are no formal entry requirements - if you can play a one-octave C major scale, you’re in! 6B helps new players develop ensemble playing through listening, watching and acquiring confidence, so it’s a great complement for regular instrument lessons. Best of all, it’s fun!

Each session of around 30 minutes includes work on breathing or buzzing, playing notes and scales together, and then work on brass band pieces. As players grow in confidence they are able to join in the first part of the Progress Band practice which follows immediately afterwards.

All 6B leaders have been DBS checked and you can read our Safeguarding policy here.

Contact membership secretary:
[email protected]

We are currently putting the resources in place to start running 6 O'clock Brass again on Wednesday 5th November.
Please get in contact if you'd be interested to join this important initiative for the band.