One of the best things about learning a brass instrument is the opportunity to play music with other people.
On this page, you’ll find details of local brass bands, youth bands, orchestras, and ensembles that welcome young players.
Playing in a group alongside weekly lessons is a fantastic way to build confidence, improve musical skills, make friends, and most importantly — enjoy making music together.
Supported by Devon Music Education Hub, there are three bands catering to brass players of all levels.
When? Eight Sundays, 10am-12:30pm
Where? West Exe School, Exeter
Who? Brass players from Year 3+
Cost? £5 per rehearsal
Contact: info@dcybb.org
Website: www.dcybb.org
Training brass band close to Exeter, rehearsing weekly in Lympstone village. All brass players welcome!
When? Saturday mornings, 10am-12pm
Where? Lympstone Band Hall, EX8 5ER
Who? All brass players (any age!)
Cost? £5 per month
Contact: lympstoneband@gmail.com
Website: www.lympstoneband.com/academybrass
Local children's orchestra rehearsing in Exeter, open to all 7-18 year old musicians - including brass players.
When? Saturday mornings, 10am-12:30pm
Where? Woodwater Primary School, EX2 5AW
Who? 7-18 year olds
Cost? £55 per term
Contact: exeterchildrensorchestra@gmail.com
Website: www.exeterchildrensorchestra.co.uk
East Cornwall training band led by Sarah Parker-Clavier, a local brass tutor. Instruments are included in membership (free of charge), and young people are offered a contribution of financial support for a period of one year for their in-school brass lessons.
When? Thursdays, 6-7pm
Where? Callington Heritage Centre, PL17 7HA
Who? All brass players welcome
Cost? £15 per year
Contact: 07926384949 (Shirley Morse)
Website: www.callingtontownband.com
Two separate groups are available: one for complete beginners, and one for those already having a lesson. Instruments are available to those who need them.
When? Fridays, 6.15-7pm
Where? Saltash Social Club, PL12 6JL
Who? Young brass players and complete beginners
Cost? tbc
Contact: tbc
Website: www.saltashtownband.co.uk
All players welcome! Opportunities to take part in their annual Brassed Up Summer School, as well as concerts and contests.
When? Mondays (Beginner Band: 5pm, Training Band: 6pm)
Where? Hatherleigh Silver Band Bandroom, EX20 3HZ
Who? All brass players welcome
Cost? Free!
Contact: info@hatherleighsilverband.co.uk
Website: www.hatherleighsilverband.co.uk
