Meet the band

Kathy began playing Cornet at the age of 8 whilst at Thorpe Hesley Junior school, and played in the brass band there until she moved on to Old Hall comprehensive school, where she also joined the school band. She joined Thorpe Hesley in the mini band section as soon as Read more…

Cathy started her music career on the Euphonium in 1994, when she was eight years old, through Rotherham Music Service. Cathy says “After the first month and numerous phone calls to Grandad Norman, I finally remembered what my instrument was called!” She joined Rotherham Music Service’s brass band aged 11. Read more…

Janette started playing the baritone aged 13 with Stape Silver Band, based in Pickering. In the past she has also played tenor horn and Eb base. Having previously enjoyed contesting she is now content playing the euphonium for entertainment concerts with THBB