Whittlesey Concert Band brings together professional and amateur musicians from the Whittlesey and Peterborough area to rehearse together on a weekly basis and perform several times a year in and around Cambridgeshire. The band performs a wide repertoire of popular music from the shows, films, classics as well as marches and a range of 'classical' repertoire.

Originally called Whittlesey Wind Ensemble, we were launched in September 2012 by conductor and musician Barry Strickle with the aim to establish a quality community wind ensemble in Whittlesey and Peterborough area. In June 2014 Barry Strickle retired and the ensemble welcomed Colin Radford as their new Conductor and became Whittlesey Concert Band. Kevin Mackie was appointed as our Musical Director following on from Colin, and we performed at a wide range of concerts over the following few years. We welcomed Steve Ingham, our current Musical Director, and he continues the tradition of being open and friendly while also holding the band to high standards of rehearsal and performance. Whittlesey Concert Band has developed a diverse repertoire to appeal to all age groups and has a reputation for a high standard of performance. The music is light - mainly themes from films and shows with the occasional popular classic and military march. The group is the first high quality ensemble to be based in Whittlesey allowing local musicians the chance to pursue their musical interest close to home. The group performs several concerts each year. Just as we welcome young people in the band, we also welcome families and young people, and their friends in our audience.

Whittlesey Concert Band are available to book to play for a wide range of events including light music for dinners, receptions, celebrations and festivals. Please contact us at whittleseycb@gmail.com with any enquiries.