Oddfellows Brass band

Oddfellows Brass, our official band, started life as a youth collective under the name ‘Unity Brass’ in 1981. It was founded by Rob Boulter, who continues to play in the band today.

Its talented musicians share a love of brass and perform a wide range of music, from traditional tunes and modern works (of which some are arranged and composed by their players), to movie scores and popular songs.

They give up their time freely to rehearse and regularly travel the country to stage concerts. Oddfellows Brass entertains our members and guests at a number of Branch events each year and they always put on a first-class performance at our annual conference, which is also open to the public to enjoy.

Based in Markfield, Leicestershire, the band has made steady progress in National Brass Band rankings, qualifying for the National Brass Band Finals on six occasions, including a performance at London’s Royal Albert Hall. They've also embarked on several international and European tours.

Why we sponsor Oddfellows Brass

We love their passion for what they do and celebrate the band’s ability to help people enjoy the brighter side of life. Their music has a sound as big as the friendships it forms along the way. And as a Society built on friendship, for us, that’s the key.

To find out more about Oddfellows Brass, visit www.oddfellowsbrass.co.uk.

How do you book Oddfellows Brass to play at an event?

If you are an Oddfellows Branch and would like to book Oddfellows Brass for a concert, please email events@oddfellows.co.uk for more information.

If you are a member of the public and would like to book Oddfellows Brass for a concert, please visit www.oddfellowsbrass.co.uk.

Listen to Oddfellows Brass

Listen to Oddfellows Brass perform at our 2024 annual conference in Llandudno.

Upcoming performances for 2025

Saturday 12 April in Beverley
Starts at 3pm
Masonic Hall, Trinity Lane, Beverley HU17 0DY
Tickets cost £5 for members and £7.50 for guests and includes a buffet
For more information and to book email val.smith@oddfellows.co.uk 

Saturday 26 April in Harlow, Essex
Starts at 3pm
Passmores Academy, Traceys Road, Harlow, Essex CM18 6JH
Tickets cost £10 for members and £12 for guests and includes a buffet
For more information and to book email lauren.prountzou@oddfellows.co.uk

Sunday 18 May in Scarborough
Start time 3pm
The Band Stand, Spa Centre, Spa Bay, Scarborough YO11 2HD
This is a free, public concert with seats allocated on a first come, first served basis
For more information and to book email mike.hall@oddfellows.co.uk 

Sunday 29 June in Sturminster Newton, Dorset
Start time to be confirmed
Stalbridge Hall, Lower Road, Stalbridge, Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 2NF
Ticket price to be confirmed
For more information and to book email judy.penfold@oddfellows.co.uk