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The Celebration of Wind and Brass Concert will take place on Saturday 26th April in the Secondary Hall at 6.30pm.

This concert will showcase:

  • The Simon Balle Concert Band,

  • Junior Wind Band,

  • Brass Ensemble

  • Saxidentals. 

Due to the construction of the new sports hall, we ask that you are considerate of the staff car park and our residential neighbours.

The safest and most convenient place for everyone is the Old London road car park next to the fire station: this car park has easier access for motorists and is only an 11 minute walk from school. 

If you need lift access, please contact music@simonballe.herts.sch.uk

How do I buy tickets?

Tickets are now available through the parent portal and will be on sale until two hours before the concert. The concessionary rate applies to those under 18 years old.

Go to Make a Booking, then Music Events. Please select the correct event! Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis and are unreserved. You will receive an email confirmation.

https://simon-balle-payments.co.uk/

Tickets will also be available on the door (cash payment, no cards), but we encourage you to purchase in advance please. 

After School Rehearsals

School returns on Wednesday 23rd April. There will be rehearsals after school on these days: Wednesday 23rd April: Saxidentals (normal time)

Thursday 24th April: Junior Wind (3.15 - 4pm) and Concert Band (4pm - 5pm)

Rehearsals on the Day

We will list the timings for the rehearsals here, please check back nearer the time.

Where do performers need to go?

Please can performers arrive for 6pm, and go straight to the following areas to set and warm up: 

 

Junior Wind Band  Q1
Concert Band & Saxidentals Rehearsal Room

 

What do performers need to wear?

Black music polo shirt - this is sold by the music office, please email music@simonballe.herts.sch.uk for purchase details.  To be worn with school kilt or black school skirt or school trousers. (Skirts must be a suitable length for a school performance.) Black shoes to be worn. Black jeans and trainers are not acceptable.

Do I need to bring anything?

There will be a licensed PSA bar so please make sure you purchase drinks from here. The bar will be open throughout the evening and will feature a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. This is a nut free event, please respect this.

The PSA is always in need of volunteers, we are offering free entry to those who sign up to help here: https://volunteersignup.org/WT7KY

The running time for this concert is approx. 2 hours.