On 8 May 2016 brass students in Norfolk were offered a rare opportunity to hear one of the world’s top brass bands, Grimethorpe Colliery Band perform at St Andrew’s Hall, Norwich. The concert was presented by the East Anglian Brass Band Association and with support from the Norwich Town Close Estate Charity and the Norfolk Music Hub, over 90 young people were able to attend free of charge.
Association Chairman Christine Wade said “We are delighted that Grimethorpe Colliery Band performed at St Andrew’s Hall. The band is currently ranked 2nd in the World, is the 2015 British Open Brass Band Champions and the 2014 Brass in Concert Champions”, and the concert was enjoyed by all.