Consett Brass Band
Consett Brass was formed in 1973 in Consett Junior School and actually consists of two bands, Consett Brass and Consett Junior Brass. The Junior Brass gives children the oppurtunity to learn new skills and become a valued member of a community based group.
The band’s objective is to provide the opportunity for the players to entertain and support the local community and after nearly 50 years of continual work within the area, the band are a prominent part of Consett's history and future. Unlike the majority of brass bands, they do not enter competitions.
The Band are is always in great demand, and during the Platinum Jubilee weekend, have performed at Fawcett Park, Consett Rugby Club, St Ives Church Leadgate, and St Ebbas Church Ebchester.
Consett Brass consists of many original members and former members of Consett Junior Brass, they still meet and practice in Consett Junior School and Marc, the current Band's Musical Director and Conductor is the son of the founder David Jackson.