Bold As Brass - a new experience!

On March 1st, 14 members of St.Fachtna's Senior and Junior Band braved the harsh weather and drove to Cork to be at Jason Yarde's first workshop in preparation of the Bold As Brass initiative.
The atmosphere at the School of Music was wonderful, and all participants were animated and inspired by the workshop.
It was amazing to hear how, after only a few hours, the music came together and excited everyone - including the members of the Junior Band who have only been playing for a few months.

Read some more about it on the Bold as Brass website:

Post by Bold as Brass Cork.

Photograph shared from Bold as Brass facebook page

Spreading Christmas cheer...

St.Fachtna's Silver band has been busy with it's annual spreading of Christmas cheer: playing at the Skibbereen square for the lighting of the Tree, at numerous carol services and, with the help of the new junior band, at the West Cork Hotel.

Tuning up before the Ouverture!

Frank O'Connor conducting a selection of tunes by both the junior band and senior band

Hold it!

The Cornet Section

Deep in thought...

Junior Band shaping up!

A few months ago, St.Fachtna's Silver Band began recruiting some new members for its junior band.
20 new students have been enjoying tuition, and are diligently practicing. We can't wait to see them marching through the streets of Skibbereen!

Ethan O'Regan conducting junior band members

More than just a fundraiser!

Join us at the West Cork Hotel in Skibbereen from 8pm on October 10th, where St. Fachtna's Silver Band will open the evening in style,  followed by music and song with Mary Beth O'Mahony, Grainne O'Neill , Brian Hennesy and band.

Memories of a great summer...

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Preparations before marching through Ballydehob

Serious discussions...

Maybe on horseback?

Definitely a possibilty!

Back to business!