A BAND is set to perform in Basingstoke for an exciting two-day line-up. 

The Hampshire County Youth Band will be taking over The Anvil to perform on April 15 and 16 to celebrate six decades of musical performance and education in the county.

The public have been invited to come along and enjoy performances from the band, as well as the Hampshire County Training Band, Hampshire County Junior Band, The Cory Band, and The Alumni Band. 

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Cllr Edward Heron, Hampshire County Council’s executive lead member for children’s services, said: “Being part of a music group enables children and young people to join a supportive community while developing their skills, sharing their love of music, and finding a creative outlet.  

“Every member of the Hampshire County Youth Band - from 1963, when the band was first formed, up until today - should be incredibly proud of this fantastic milestone, marking sixty years of musical dedication. Good luck to everyone performing in April and happy 60th anniversary!” 

The Hampshire Youth Band is part of a network of 60 groups run by the county council’s Hampshire Music Service and brings together more than 100 talented young musicians. 

Hampshire Music Service provides a music education service to schools and colleges in the county, including small group instrumental and vocal tuition, instrument hire and more.

For more information about the Hampshire County Youth Band and how to join, go to hmsensembles.org.uk.