Story of Tubby the Tuba brought to life this Christmas

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Tubby, with Robert Chadwick and Mark Woodham

Tubby the Tuba will be making a rare appearance as part of this year's Christmas Concert.

This musical story, of how a lowly Tuba finds his voice and then gets to sing, will be narrated by popular local actor, Mark Woodham.

Mark, who is no stranger to the stage, having recently performed the role of the wizard in The Wizard of Oz at Northampton's Royal and Derngate Theatre, said; "I was delighted to be invited by the band to tell Tubby's tale and help bring the story to life."

Robert Chadwick, a long-time member of the band, who will be playing the role of Tubby, said; “It’s not very often the Tuba gets a chance to step into the limelight and this theme is reflected in Tubby’s story. Of course, the story can only be told with support from the rest of the band who will do an excellent job, as always.”

You can hear Tubby the Tuba performed, as well as many festive favourites, carols, and music by joining Northampton Concert Band on Saturday 2nd. December at Abington Avenue United Reformed Church, NN1 4QA at 7pm. Call 07561 390099 or buy online

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They're back! Carols make a return this Christmas

At Northampton Concert Band's annual Christmas concert this year carols are back on the menu!

Following the controversy that surrounded our bold decision to drop carols from our Christmas concert last year, our conductor Graham Tear, who was appointed in April, is drafting in vocal reinforcements from the NMPAT Community Choir to assist in the performance of traditional audience carols.

Formed in September 2015 by the Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust, and also conducted by Graham, the Community Choir has over 80 members of all ages and singing ability who meet to perform a wide range of musical styles.

Graham Tear said, "A Christmas concert isn't complete without carols and for shy members of the audience there will be plenty of vocal support from this wonderful new community choir. With over 100 performers taking part this will be one of the best shows this season."

Northampton Concert Band will also be in fine form after their participation at the National Concert Band Festival in London. We will be performing some popular favourites, some Christmas classics and the best new music from modern composers; as well as accompanying the NMPAT Community Choir and audience in renditions of carols.

The concert will take place at Abington Avenue United Reformed Church, Northampton on Saturday 12th December at 7:30pm. Tickets are available from the Tickets page or by calling our box-office 07561 390099

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We'll be there - at the Frost Fair.

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On Sunday December 1st at Northampton Market Square members of Northampton Concert Band will be performing carols to help shoppers get in the Christmas spirit.

Music will be available from 11am with many different performers throughout the day.

Northampton Concert Band will be performing from 3pm - 4pm. Come along and show your support.

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