THE Wiltshire Police Band will be holding a concert this month to commemorate the 135th anniversary of the Salvation Army in Trowbridge.
The Wiltshire Police Band (currently under the baton of its deputy musical director, Martin Perry LRAM, ARCM) will be giving a “Music for All” concert in St James’ Parish Church, Trowbridge on Saturday 13th June at 7.15pm.
The Wiltshire Police Band, formed in 1983, is a traditional military-style band comprising of woodwind, brass, and percussion sections. Its repertoire ranges from traditional marches to ‘big band’ classics, popular musical shows, and arrangements of classical music.
It provides opportunities for serving and retired police officers and their families, and members of the wider police and civilian communities to participate in the activities of a musical ensemble.
Proceeds from the concert are being donated to the Salvation Army’s work dealing with people who fall victim to human trafficking and abuse.
Tickets are £6 (£4.50 senior citizens and under 18s) and are available from Trowbridge Information Centre, St Stephen’s Place (01225 710535) or from Maurice Stribling on 01225 766728.
