Besses o' th' Barn Band

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Besses o' th' Barn Band is one of the oldest and most famous brass bands in the world.

We have been around since 1818 and have been wowing audiences all over the UK ever since - and a hundred years ago, the band undertook two world tours! A remarkable achievement.

We currently rehearse twice weekly at our band room on Moss Lane in Whitefield.

Please explore the links on the left to find out more about our history, what Besses can do for you, what you can do for Besses, our up-coming concerts and events, galleries etc.

Contact us to let us know what you think of the new site - any suggestions are welcome!

 

Easy Fundraising

Help us raise funds for the renovation of the band room through Easy Fundraising.

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Besses and You

Want to see Besses peform? Check out our Engagements page.

Would you like Besses to perform at your venue or event? Contact Us to get the ball rolling.

Besses Upcoming

Sun Feb 26 Area Contest
Sat Apr 14 Concert with Cottontown Chorus
Sat May 12 @14:00 - Longford Park, Stretford
Sun Aug 19 @15:00 - Ring o' Bells, Marple

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Easy Fundraising

Help us raise funds for the renovation of the band room through Easy Fundraising.

Besses Social

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Besses on Twitter

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Besses Guestbook

Tim A. Duncan
Great new site, and Fleetwood was a top result - keep it up!
Nick Sanders...
Thursday, 19 January 2012 16:39
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Steve Hughes
Patrick Edgar is one of the Oldest Existing members of Besses Band and Bess...
Friday, 11 November 2011 01:02
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Alyson Jarvis
Hey guys,

I would just like to say it is such a shame that the legend h...
Tuesday, 11 October 2011 11:42
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Are you looking for a friendly and fun band who are also have the highest musical aspirations? Contact Us to come down for a blow or to help out with the administration of the band.

Do you have a business that is looking for sponsorship opportunities? Drop us a line and we can discuss how a partnership between our two organisations could benefit both sides.