The Youth Concert Band

YCB is the most senior band. Membership is enjoyed by musicians who have generally attained a music Grade 4/5 practical exam.

          The Spectrum and YCB MDs will jointly decide when a player is ready to move up to YCB from SPECTRUM.  Once selected, it is the normal procedure for a player to attend both SPECTRUM and YCB until they have passed Grade 4 and are in school Year 10 or above.  Any changes from this procedure must be discussed with and agreed with the MDs in the first instance. 

These musical skills are necessary in order for the musicians to cope with the standards expected by the band’s Musical Director and competition judges.

The band is enthusiastic in entering international, national and local music festivals and has enjoyed considerable success in recent years at the National Music for Youth Competition. Along with Spectrum Band, YCB have undertaken tours to France, Germany, Norway and Scotland.

Uniform.
No uniform is required for routine band practices. However, for concert and competition performances the bands appearance is very important. A smart dress code is hence necessary for all public appearances. Uniform for the YCB is:

All members to wear the Red and Black Band jacket. Boys must wear white shirt with a plain black tie; black trousers; black/grey socks; black shoes (no trainers). Girls must wear white blouse with a plain black tie; black skirt or trousers; black tights; black shoes (no trainers).

Purchase of Uniforms. The Association owns YCB jackets and you will need to pay a £10 deposit for the use of the Jacket during your time as a member of YCB. This deposit is fully refundable when you return the jacket.