About the Band

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Practice sessions are held once a week on Monday evenings 7.30 - 9.00pm in Kingston.

An annual weekend training camp plus additional practices are used to prepare display routines for competition. The Band performs in national BYBA competitions as well as attending local functions, fetes, and carnivals, sometimes at the request of the Royal Borough. A full repertoire of music is taught which includes traditional marches, film themes, and pop standards.

Potential members do not require any prior musical knowledge, instruments are provided at no charge, full musical & drill instruction is given. The special Scout/Guide Band uniform is also provided.

The instructors are assisted by an enthusiastic supporter group who organise fund raising events as well as helping with the care of uniforms and equipment.

The Band promotes the aims of the Scout & Guide Associations and helps its members to develop by having fun, travelling, being part of a disciplined team and meeting new challenges in a friendly competitive atmosphere.

Older members are actively encouraged to participate in the management of the Band. They pass on their skills by training younger members, this develops their leadership and coaching skills to become (band) leaders of the future.