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2024 April 14

Calendar Updated

Updated the calendar to add rehearsals through June, plus concerts in May.

2024 March 31

Concert - "Horizons"

Spring may still be "around the corner", but glorious, uplifting music played by the Little Mountain Brass Band is ready to provide you with an afternoon of great music!

From the well known musical, Showboat, with that famous tune, "Old Man River", to "The Mexican Hat Dance" (music that was originally a courtship dance!) and a delightful concerto featuring the band's own solo Tenor Horn player, you will find our next concert "HORIZONS" very much worth attending!

The concert is on:
Sunday April 14, 2:30PM at
Mt. Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver

Admission by donation.



2024 March 12

Calendar Updated

Updated the calendar to add rehearsals prior to Spring Concert.

2024 February 28

Videos - Cariboo Hill Temple Concert

Added videos from LMBB's joint concert on February 23 with the Cariboo Hill Temple Band to the video gallery.

2024 February 09

Concert - "Featuring Soundtracks from Classic Movies"

Little Mountain Brass Band is excited to perform with the Salvation Army Cariboo Hill Temple Band in a joint concert featuring soundtracks from classic movies!

British-style brass bands and Salvation Army bands share many similarities - come and hear them for yourself!

The concert is on:
Friday, February 23, 8:00PM at
Salvation Army Cariboo Hill Temple
7195 Cariboo Rd., Burnaby

Admission by donation.



2024 January 27

Calendar Updated

Updated the calendar to add the Spring Concert to the Performances calendar.

2024 January 13

Calendar Updated

Updated the calendar to add the February 23 joint concert, and reflect the change in rehearsal time to 2:15-4:45PM.

2023 December 21

Calendar for January 07 Rehearsal Posted

The calendar for the January 07 rehearsal has been posted.

2023 December 13

Calendar for December 17 Rehearsal Updated

The calendar for the December 17 rehearsal has been updated to "No Rehearsal".

2023 October 30

Fall Concert - "Autumn Colours"

Little Mountain Brass Band is pleased to present its fall concert: "Autumn Colours".

Many people love Autumn for the changing colours of leaves - trees that were once green explode into beautiful hues of gold, red, and orange. Our next concert "Autumn Colours" promises to explode with glorious melodies and rich harmonies.

Musically speaking, Little Mountain Band Director, Jim Littleford, has returned to his British roots - a country renowned for its brass band music. The concert includes works by Alan Fernie, William Rimmer, Edrich Siebert and a "new kid on the brass band block", Christopher Bond. You may not be familiar with the compositions, but you will be charmed by the selected repertoire.

The concert is on:
Sunday, November 26, 3:00PM at
Mt. Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver

Admission by donation.
Light refreshments to follow.



2023 September 30

Rehearsal and Performance Calendar Update

The calendar for September-December rehearsals and performances has been updated.

2023 September 09

Video - North Shore Band Festival

Added video from LMBB's June 11 concert at "The Shipyards" in North Vancouver to the video gallery.

2023 September 02

2023-2024 Initial Calendar

The calendar for September rehearsals and fall performances has been posted.

2023 June 11

Two Upcoming FREE Concerts!

Little Mountain Brass Band  will perform on Sunday, June 11 AND Saturday, June 17!

North Shore Band Festival
The Shipyards, North Vancouver
Sunday, 2023 June 11
3:05-3:45
Free!

LMBB makes its debut appearance at this year's annual North Shore Band Festival. We will present a pleasing program of lighter fare that you will surely find quite entertaining!

Korean Culture Heritage Festival
Swangard Stadium
Kingsway & Boundary Road, Burnaby
Saturday, 2023 June 17
10:30-1:00
Free!

After five previous appearances, LMBB returns to Swangard Stadium to help celebrate the return of the annual Korean Culture Heritage Festival.


2023 May 13

Concerts on Victoria Day Weekend

Little Mountain Brass Band  will perform on Saturday, May 20 AND Sunday, May 21 over the Victoria Day weekend!

All British Field Meet Car Show
van Dusen Botanical Garden
5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
Saturday, 2023 May 20
11:30-2:30
(Admission is charged for the car show, but the music is free!)

LMBB returns to the van Dusen Botanical Gardens to provide a British brass backdrop for a spectacular celebration of British automobiles!
We will be playing British, popular, and other favourites on the hill throughout the afternoon surrounded by vintage and modern British cars!

Engine 374 136th Anniversary
Roundhouse Community Centre
181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
Sunday, 2023 May 21
12:15-2:30
Free!

LMBB returns to the Roundhouse Community Centre to commemorate Engine 374 coming into Vancouver 136 years ago. We will be playing a mix of popular and classic show tunes, movie favourites, and folk selections.
If memory serves, there will be cake!
It's also great fun to toot Engine 374's horn!


2023 April 06

Spring Concert - "Brass at the Movies"

Little Mountain Brass Band (now in its 25th+ year) is pleased to present its spring concert: "Brass at the Movies".

Think of those epic movies from the past (Ben Hur, Magnificent 7, Saving Private Ryan, Midway, and more!) ... take all that powerful music, arrange it for a brass band and wow - you've got a music concert that "sizzles!".

The concert is on:
Sunday, April 23, 2:30PM at
Mt. Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver

Admission by donation.



2023 April 02

Calendar Revised

The calendar has been revised with dates and locations for rehearsals and performances from April through June.

2023 March 15

Calendar Revised

The calendar has been revised with dates and locations for rehearsals and performances from March through May.

2023 February 01

Calendar Update

The calendar has been updated with provisional dates and locations for rehearsals and performances from February through June.

2023 January 07

Winter Concerts - "Folksong Festival!"

Little Mountain Brass Band is pleased to present two performances of its winter concert: "Folksong Festival!".

Please join us at one (or both!) of these concerts and enjoy music inspired by folk music from around the world, arranged for brass band!

The concert is on:
Sunday, January 22, 2:30PM at
St. James Community Square
3214 West 10th Ave., Vancouver
AND
Sunday, January 29, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver

Admission by donation.


2022 October 29

Rehearsal Calendar Update

There will be no rehearsal on October 30!
The calendar has been updated with locations for November rehearsals.

2022 October 16

Rehearsal and Performance Calendar Update

The calendar for October-January rehearsals and performances has been updated.

2022 September 29

Correction: Time for Open Reading Rehearsal

The calendar for the Open Reading Rehearsal's start and end times has been amended to 2:00-4:30 on October 02.

2022 September 26

Rehearsal and Performance Calendar Update

The calendar for September-December rehearsals and performances has been updated.

2022 September 08

Rehearsals Resume!

Rehearsals resume on September 18. The Open Reading Rehearsal that was scheduled for August 28 and canceled on short notice has been rescheduled for October 02.

2022 August 27

MORE URGENT! - Open Reading Rehearsal

A change of date and time from the urgent announcement on August 04, due to a possible exposure to COVID! The open reading rehearsal will now be held on October 02, 2:00-4:30PM at
St. James Community Square
3214 W 10th Ave., Vancouver

2022 August 04

URGENT! - Open Reading Rehearsal

A change of venue from the original announcement on August 03! The open reading rehearsal on August 28, 2:30-5:00PM will be held at
St. James Community Square
3214 W 10th Ave., Vancouver

2022 August 03

Open Reading Rehearsal

There will be an OPEN reading rehearsal on August 28, 2:30-5:00PM. Brass players welcome - bring your instrument (music stands and chairs are provided.) Note that music will be in Bb or Eb treble clef, for the most part. RSVP if you're planning to attend, so that there will be appropriate parts ready for you. See details below.

2022 June 19

No Rehearsal

The calendar has been updated with the cancellation of June 26 for a rehearsal.

2022 May 25

Photos - Engine 374 135th Anniversary 2022

Added photos from LMBB's playing at the Roundhouse Community Centre on May 22 to the photo gallery.

2022 May 13

Spring Concert - "Canadiana"

Little Mountain Brass Band is pleased to present its spring concert: "Canadiana".

LMBB is excited to be able to present its traditional spring concert once again, following a two year hiatus. Please join us and enjoy music about Canada, all (but one) composed by Canadians.

The concert is on
Sunday, June 19, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver

Donations gratefully accepted.


2022 May 04

Rehearsal and Performance Calendar Update

The calendar for upcoming rehearsals and performances has been updated.

2022 April 09

April 10 Rehearsal Location Changed!

The rehearsal location for the April 10 rehearsal has been changed to Highlands United Church, 3255 Edgemont Blvd., North Vancouver.

2022 March 05

Calendar Updated

The rehearsal and performance calendar to the end of June has been updated.

2022 February 19

We're BACK for Rehearsals!

The rehearsal calendar has been updated as we resume weekly rehearsals!

2021 November 28

Concert - "Christmas in Brass!"

Little Mountain Brass Band is delighted and excited to present its "WE'RE BACK!" concert: "Christmas in Brass!".

Please come enjoy holiday favourites with us!

The concert is on
Sunday, December 19, 2:30PM at
St. James Community Square
3214 W. 10th Ave, Vancouver

Proof of vaccination and photo I.D. required. Donations gratefully accepted.


2021 November 26

Christmas Singalong Concert

Bring your voices to the community Christmas sing-a-long at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church! Sing your favorites with music from the Little Mountain Brass Band, make new memories and new friends!

The concert is on
Friday, December 03, 7:00PM at
St. Andrews-Wesley United Church
1022 Nelson St. (at Burrard), Vancouver


2021 October 15

Rehearsal Schedule and Location Updated

The rehearsal calendar has been updated to confirm dates, and change the rehearsal location to St. James Community Square for the remainder of 2021.

2021 October 01

Rehearsal Schedule Updated

The rehearsal calendar has been updated to a provisional view to the end of 2021.

2021 September 20

Rehearsal Schedule Amended

There is no rehearsal on October 10 (Thanksgiving weekend.)

2021 September 18

Rehearsals Resume!

Rehearsals resume on September 19 under pandemic management measures (proof of double vaccination, masks worn when not seated, social distancing, etc.)

2020 November 29

Rehearsal Schedule Update

The band rehearsal for November 29 has been canceled, due to orders from the Provincial Health Officer. Future rehearsals will be scheduled when permitted.

2020 November 07

Rehearsal Schedule Updated, Again

The band rehearsals for November 08 and 15 have been canceled, due to new orders from the Provincial Health Officer.

2020 November 01

Rehearsal Schedule Updated

The band rehearsal schedule for November and December has been updated, and remains subject to change.

2020 September 26

Rehearsals Resume

Band rehearsals will resume September 27 with a schedule that is subject to change. The rehearsals will be limited in the number of participants in order to meet social-distancing guidelines.

2020 March 14

Rehearsals and Performances Suspended

Due to COVID-19 concerns, LMBB is immediately suspending all activities until further notice.

2019 November 16

Fall Concert - "Celebration!"

Little Mountain Brass Band is pleased to present its fall concert: "Celebration!".

LMBB celebrates its 25th year of playing and presenting music made the British-style brass band way! The occasion calls for bright, upbeat music, and the band will deliver! Please join us in celebrating this happy event!

The concert is on
Sunday, November 24, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver

Light refreshments following. Donations gratefully accepted.


2019 October 15

Schedule for November 2019 - June 2020

Updated the rehearsal and performance schedule for 2019-2020 in the calendar.

2019 April 17

Schedule for April-August 2019

Updated the rehearsal and performance schedule in the calendar.

2019 March 02

Spring Concert - "Music From the Theatre"

Little Mountain Brass Band is pleased to present its spring concert: "Music From the Theatre".

Come enjoy some of your favourites from across the musical spectrum of "theatre" - from operas through operettas to musical theatre!

The concert is on
Sunday, March 24, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver

Donations gratefully accepted.


2018 December 28

Photos - Christmas Day 2018

Added photos from LMBB's playing at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church on Christmas Day to the photo gallery.

2018 November 26

Christmas Singalong Concert

Bring your voices (and maybe a tacky Christmas sweater or 2?) to the community Christmas sing-a-long at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church! Sing your favorites with music from the Little Mountain Brass Band, sip on cocoa, enjoy fresh cookies and there is even crafts for the kids! Make new memories and new friends!

The concert is on
Friday, November 30, 7:00PM at
St. Andrews-Wesley United Church
1080 Nelson St. (at Burrard), Vancouver

Admission by donation to St. Andrews-Wesley United Church.


2018 October 28

Fall Concert - "Postcards From the Continent"

Little Mountain Brass Band is pleased to present its fall concert: "Postcards From the Continent".

We've gathered some delightful pieces from all over Europe and it's shaping up to be super fun to play. We hope to see you there to enjoy some excellent music together!

The concert is on
Sunday, November 25, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver

Donations gratefully accepted.


2018 October 06

Schedule for October 2018-August 2019

Updated the rehearsal and performance schedule in the calendar.

2018 September 10

Updated Music List

Updated the music list page.

2018 September 07

Updated Calendar for 2018-2019

Created the initial rehearsal and concert schedule for 2018-2019.

2018 March 24

Schedule for March-June 2018

Updated the rehearsal and performance schedule in the calendar.

2018 March 07

Spring Concert - "The Majesty of Brass"

Little Mountain Brass Band is pleased to present its spring concert: "The Majesty of Brass".

Over 300 years of music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods - including compositions by Purcell, J.S. Bach, Gabrieli, and Byrd - are in the program.

The sound of this music played by a 35 piece brass band is truly awesome (although played on modern brass instruments, much of the repertoire was originally performed on the very earliest versions of today's instruments). The centrepiece of the concert will be music from Bach's Brandenburg Concerto # 3.

Please join us as we celebrate "The Majesty of Brass".

The concert is on
Sunday, March 18, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver
Donations gratefully accepted.


2018 January 31

Rehearsal Schedule for February-March 2018

Updated the rehearsal schedule in the calendar.

2018 January 04

Rehearsal Schedule for January 2018

Added the January rehearsal schedule to the calendar.

2017 December 28

Videos - Fall Follies 2017

Added 10 videos from LMBB's Fall Follies concert to the video gallery.

2017 November 06

Photos - Fall Follies 2017

Added photos from LMBB's Fall Follies concert to the photo gallery.

2017 November 04

Updated Calendar for the Remainder of 2017

Updated the rehearsal and concert schedule for the rest of 2017.

2017 October 09

Fall Concert - "Fall Follies"

The Little Mountain Brass Band is forgoing decorum this autumn for this concert and having too much fun! Come by to hear each section featured in ways you (and we) have never heard before!

There will be surprises and we hope you join us for the guaranteed laughter (with us or at us!) and joy in our Fall Follies concert!

The concert is on
Sunday, October 29, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver
Admission is by donation and a hearty autumn reception will follow.


2017 September 11

Updated Calendar for 2017-2018

Created the initial rehearsal and concert schedule for 2017-2018.

2017 August 12

Open Rehearsal and Reading Session

LMBB invites interested brass players to sit in on the open reading rehearsal on Sunday, August 27, 2:30-5:00 at the Vancouver Opera Building, 1955 McLean Drive, in Vancouver (one block east of Clark Drive, between 3rd Ave. and 4th Ave.) Note that parts for Cornet/Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Baritone, Euphonium, and Trombone are written in Bb Treble Clef; parts for Eb Horn are in Eb Treble Clef; parts for Bass/Tuba are written in Bb or Eb Treble Clef; but the part for Bass Trombone is in concert pitch Bass Clef. The reading music will be challenging but not too much so. Come sit in and get a taste of British style brass band!


2017 May 29

Ladner Bandfest 2017

LMBB will return to Ladner Bandfest to showcase a few fun favourites that we have learned this year. A little western, a little classical, and a little cocoa!

The event goes from 11 AM to 6 PM on both Saturday June 3 and Sunday June 4 but we will be playing on Sunday June 4 at 1:40 on Showstage 1. There are a plethora of bands (and orchestra) coming out to play this weekend and you can find the full roster and schedule at https://www.ladnerbandfest.org/2017-concert-schedule.

The event is free! You're welcome to bring a chair or something to sit on.

TOOB will be on site with food and beverages for sale!

NOTE: Ladner Bandfest is happening at a new location this year:

Delta Municipal Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta V4K 3E2


2017 May 17

Concerts on Victoria Day Weekend

Little Mountain Brass Band  will perform on Saturday, May 20 AND Sunday, May 21 over the Victoria Day weekend!

All British Field Meet Car Show
van Dusen Botanical Garden
5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
Saturday, 2017 May 20
11:30-2:30
(Admission is charged for the car show, but the music is free!)

LMBB returns to the van Dusen Botanical Gardens to provide a British brass backdrop for a spectacular celebration of British automobiles!
We will be playing British, popular, and other favourites on the hill throughout the afternoon surrounded by vintage and modern British cars!

Engine 374 130th Anniversary
Roundhouse Community Centre
181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
Sunday, 2017 May 21
12:15-3:00
Free!

LMBB returns to the Roundhouse Community Centre to commemorate Engine 374 coming into Vancouver 130 years ago. We will be playing a mix of popular and classic show tunes, movie favourites, and folk selections.
If memory serves, there will be cake!
It's also great fun to toot Engine 374's horn!


2017 April 07

April 09 Rehearsal Cancelled

The rehearsal scheduled for April 09 has been cancelled due to a fair number of expected absences.


2017 April 04

Photo - After the Spring Concert

The concert program drove us to drink! (Because it was a challenging program - why else?)


2017 March 15

Spring Concert - "Brass Blast"

LMBB is back with a blast from the... British! in "Brass Blast".
All of the repertoire in this concert have British roots, whether it be their composers or their folk songs.
Despite their common tradition, almost none of the music sound anything like the others. Join us for an afternoon of classics, new whizbangers, a little bit of drama, and a whole lot of fun!
Akademische Festfanfare
Sullivan Fantasy
Purcell Variations
Dark Side of the Moon
West Country Fantasy
The concert is on
Sunday, April 02, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver
Admission by Donation at the door.
Reception to follow!


2017 January 07

Updated Calendar for January - June

Updated the rehearsal and concert schedule.

2016 October 15

Fall Concert - "Romantic Brass"

LMBB presents "Romantic Brass", highlighting music from the "Romantic" era of Western Classical music (roughly the first decade of the 19th century to the early 20th century) featuring composers such as Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Verdi, and Bizet. The concert is on
Sunday, October 30, 2:00PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver


2016 August 08

Updated Music List

Updated the music list page.

2016 August 07

Photos - Korean Cultural Heritage Festival 2016

Added photos from the band's day at the Korean Cultural Heritage Festival to the photo gallery.

2016 July 23

Open Reading Rehearsal

The band cordially invites the public to an open rehearsal to sit in and read through and play some new music 2:30-5:00 on August 21 at the Vacnouver Opera's Martha Lou Henley Rehearsal Hall, 1955 McLean Drive, Vancouver. It'll be a fun way to find out what playing with a British brass band is like! Contact genechan@vcn.bc.ca for more information.

2016 April 19

Spring Concert - "The Good, The Bad, and The Brassy"

LMBB presents "The Good, The Bad, and The Brassy", a concert of music from cowboy country and from movies about the "Old West" on
Sunday, April 24, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver


2016 March 04

Updated Calendar for March - August

Updated the rehearsal and concert schedule.

2016 January 09

Updated Calendar for January - July

Updated the rehearsal and concert schedule.

2015 November 07

Fall Concert - "Celtic Brass"

LMBB presents "Celtic Brass" on
Sunday, November 22, 2:30PM at
Mount Seymour United Church
1200 Parkgate Ave, North Vancouver


2015 October 31

Updated Calendar

Updated the rehearsal and concert schedule.

2015 September 07

Updated Members and Music Lists

Updated the music list and members list pages.

2015 September 03

Fall 2015 Rehearsals Start

Rehearsals begin on Sunday, September 13, 2:30-5:00 at the Martha Lou Henley Rehearsal Hall (Vancouver Opera building), 1955 McLean Dr., Vancouver. The rehearsal schedule (subject to change) is posted on the calendar page.

2015 April 14

Photos from "Overture to Spring" Concert

See photos from the "Overture to Spring" concert at the Photo Gallery page. Photos by David Roughan.

2015 March 23

Concert - "Overture to Spring"

LMBB presents "Overture to Spring" on
Sunday, March 29, 3:00PM at West Point Grey United Church, 4595 W. 8th Ave., Vancouver.


2014 December 27

Rehearsals Resume

Weekly rehearsals resume on Sunday, January 04 2015, 2:30-5:00 at Vancouver Opera's Martha Lou Henley Rehearsal Hall, 1955 McLean Drive in Vancouver.

2014 November 05

Concert for Remembrance

LMBB presents "Concert for Remembrance" on
Sunday, November 09, 1:30PM at West Point Grey United Church, 4595 W. 8th Ave., Vancouver.

The program:
Opening
Abide With Me
O Canada
Big Band Sounds
Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy
In The Mood
From the Movies
Hymn To The Fallen (from "Saving Private Ryan")
Midway March (from "Midway")
Great Escape (from "The Great Escape")
Aces High (from "Battle of Britain")
A Century Ago
Voice Of The Guns
I Vow To Thee My Country
Songs of the Great War
Nimrod

2014 November 01

Photos from 2014 Ladner Bandfest

Updated the photo gallery page with photos of the band at Ladner Bandfest on June 08, 2014.

2014 October 03

Calendar Updated

Updated the rehearsal and performance schedule page with the calendar up to the end of 2014.

2014 October 02

Another Video From "Brass on Broadway" Concert

Added link to YouTube video for "Breezin' Down Broadway" to the Video Gallery page.

2014 September 11

40 Year Annniversary - Point Grey Community Centre

LMBB entertains at the 40th Year Celebration on
Saturday, September 13, 2:00PM
West Point Grey Community Centre
4397 W. 2nd Ave., Vancouver


2014 August 07

Fall Rehearsals Start

Rehearsals begin on Sunday, September 07, 2:30-5:00 at the Martha Lou Henley Rehearsal Hall (Vancouver Opera building), 1955 McLean Dr., Vancouver.

2014 July 20

Two Videos From "Brass on Broadway" Concert

Added links to YouTube videos for Singin' in the Rain" and "The Lady Is a Tramp" to the Video Gallery page.

2014 March 12

Brass on Broadway

LMBB performs two presentations of "Brass on Broadway" on
Sunday, April 06, 2:30PM at West Point Grey United Church, 4595 W. 8th Ave., Vancouver,
and
Sunday, April 13, 2:30PM at Mount Seymour United Church, 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver.

These concerts present a program selected from the music of Broadway and musical theatre. You'll recognize every tune - I guarantee it!



2014 January 18

Calendar Updated

Updated the rehearsal and performance schedule page with the calendar up to the end of June, 2014.

2013 November 22

Rehearsal Location - Nov. 24

Weekly rehearsal location, for November 24 only, will be 1890 Pandora Street, Vancouver.

2013 October 05

Musical Transcriptions Concert

LMBB presents "Musical Transcriptions" on Sunday, October 20, 2:30PM at West Point Grey United Church, 4595 W. 8th Ave., Vancouver.

In addition to musical pieces composed specifically for brass band, the repertoire benefits greatly from transcriptions of music written for other genres, such as classical, opera, and folk music. This concert celebrates the diversity available to brass bands.



2013 September 21

Calendar Updated

Updated the rehearsal and performance schedule page with the calendar up to the end of 2013.

2013 September 04

Web Site Updated

Updated the music page with the music as of the end of June 2013.

2013 September 03

Fall Rehearsals Start

Rehearsals begin on Sunday, September 08, 2:30-5:00 at the Martha Lou Henley Rehearsal Hall (Vancouver Opera building), 1955 McLean Dr., Vancouver.

Web Site Updated

Updated the members and rehearsal calendar pages in the web site.


2013 June 27

Photo - "Concert in the Park" Concert

Thanks to Peter Wohlwend for this photo from the "Concert in the Park" at Charles Dickens Annex on Wednesday, June 26.


2013 April 19

British Music Concert

LMBB presents "The British Are Coming!" on Sunday, April 21, 2:30PM at West Point Grey United Church, 4595 W. 8th Ave., Vancouver.


2013 February 18

Photo - "Cinematic Brass" Concert

Thanks to Bill Lowden for this photo from the "Cinematic Brass" concert on Sunday, February 17.


2013 January 27

Movie Music Concert

LMBB presents "Cinematic Brass" on Sunday, February 17, 2:30PM at West Point Grey United Church, 4595 W. 8th Ave., Vancouver.


2012 December 07

Christmas Concert

LMBB presents "A Brassy Christmas" on Sunday, December 16, 2:30PM at St. Mary's Kerrisdale Anglican Church, 2490 W. 37th Ave., Vancouver.


2012 October 24

New Web Site URL!

The LMBB web site can be accessed through an alternate, "alias" web address: http://lmbb.ca/ Some will find this a little easier to remember, compared to http://lmbb.vabbs.org/, which will continue to work, also.


2012 September 05

Fall Rehearsals Start

Rehearsals begin on Sunday, September 09, 2:30-5:00. Location for this rehearsal only: Martha Lou Henley Rehearsal Hall, Vancouver Opera building, 1945 McLean Dr., Vancouver

Web Site Updated

Updated the members, music and rehearsal and performance calendar pages in the web site.


2012 July 21

Photo Gallery Updated

See the photo gallery for photos from the June 27 2012 performance at the Charles Dickens Annex.


2012 July 16

Richmond Oval - August 05

This tentatively-scheduled performance has been canceled.


2012 June 24

Photo From Fête de la Musique 2012

Photo from the June 21 2012 Fête de la Musique in Gastown, Vancouver. Photo by Nina Dobbyn.


2012 May 29

Video From Eurofest 2012

See the video gallery for a video from the May 26 2012 performance at Eurofest 2012.


2012 May 26

Photo Gallery Updated

See the photo gallery for photos from the May 26 2012 performance at the Eurofest at Swanguard Stadium.


2012 May 25

Video Gallery Updated

See the video gallery for a video from the May 20 2012 performance at the Rounhouse.


2012 May 16

Victoria Day Weekend, 2012

Updated the calendar page with changes to times for the British Classic Car Show on Saturday, May 19 (11:30-2:30) and Engine 374 Anniversary at the Roundhouse Community Center on Sunday, May 20 (12:30-1:00).


2012 April 22

Schedule For Apr-Aug

Updated the calendar page with a schedule for April through August rehearsals and performances, subject to change!


2012 February 22

Schedule For Feb-Jun

Updated the calendar page with a schedule for February through June rehearsals and performances, subject to change!


2012 January 03

Sundays For January

Rehearsals will be held at St. Mary's Kerrisdale Anglican Church on January 08, 15, 22, and 29. See the calendar for updated schedule.

Photo and Video Galleries Updated

See the photo gallery for photos from "Yuletide at Granville Island", and the video gallery for three videos from April 2010.


2011 November 29

Sundays For December

The December 04 rehearsal will be held at St. Edward's Church, 10111 Bird Road, Richmond.
See the calendar for updated December dates.


2011 October 25

Sundays For October and November

The October 30 rehearsal will start at 2:00PM.
The November 13 rehearsal will be held at St. Edward's Church, 10111 Bird Road, Richmond.
See the calendar for updated November dates.


2011 October 21

Rehearsal on October 23

The October 23 rehearsal will be held at St. Mark's Anglican Church, 1805 Larch St., Vancouver (Kitsilano).


2011 September 08

Rehearsal Location Changes

Updated the calendar page with changed locations for the September 11 and 25 rehearsals.


2011 September 05

Schedule For Sep-Nov

Updated the calendar page with a schedule for September through November, subject to change!


2011 September 02

Updated!

Updated these pages: calendar, members, music, video gallery, and press.


2011 August 31

Rehearsals For 2011-2012 Fall Session Begin

Rehearsals resume on September 11, with preparation for making a recording of the band.


2011 August 15

Photos - St. Mary's Church Centennial

Added photos to the photo gallery from the August 14 centennial celebration of St. Mary's Kerrisdale Anglican Church.

Photos courtesy of Guylaine Stride.


2011 August 09

Photos - Okanagan Tour 2011

Added photos to the photo gallery from the June 18-19 tour of the Okanagan by the band.

Photos courtesy of photographer David Roughan.


2011 August 08

St. Mary's Kerrisdale Church Centennial

LMBB will entertain at the Centennial Day celebration of St. Mary's Kerrisdale Church, 2490 W. 37th Ave. (at Larch St.) in Vancouver on Sunday, August 14, 3:00PM.


2011 June 08

Busy Three Weeks

The next three weeks will be extremely busy ones for LMBB!

On Sunday, June 12, 1:00PM, LMBB performs a free outdoor concert at the Ladner Bandfest.

The following weekend, June 18-19, it will be on tour in the South Okanagan.

On Tuesday evening, June 21, it will perform a free outdoor concert at the first annual Fête de la Musique in Vancouver's Gastown.

On Sunday, June 26, 2:30PM, LMBB will perform at the Richmond Men's Shelter Benefit concert at St. Edward's Church, 10111 Bird Road in Richmond.

Finally, on July 1, 6:30PM, it performs at the Steveston Cannery in Richmond's Steveston neighbourhood.


2011 April 05

"Overtures, Arias & Choruses" Concert

Overtures, Arias & Choruses On Sunday, April 10, LMBB will be performing a number of transcriptions of famous opera pieces, in the unique and special way that only a brass band can do!

The Overtures, Arias, & Choruses concert is at 2:30 at St. Mary's Kerrisdale Anglican Church, 2490 W. 37th Ave. in Vancouver.

Come and enjoy some Rossini, Verdi, Berlioz and other faves!

By donation at the door.


2011 March 18

Photos From "Dragons of Brass" Rehearsal

Dragons of Brass - Rehearsal Updated the Photo Gallery with photos from the rehearsal for the "Dragons of Brass" concert with the Richmond Chorus. Photos courtesy of Brian Stride.


2011 March 02

"Dragons of Brass" Concert

Dragons of Brass On Sunday, March 06, LMBB co-presents the Dragons of Brass concert with the Richmond Chorus at 3:00 at Richmond Alliance Church, 11371 No. 3 Road in Richmond.

The featured presentation will be "The Dragons Are Singing Tonight", by David Hamilton, text by Jack Perlutsky.


2011 February 05

Weekly Rehearsal Start Time, Redux

Effective immediately, weekly rehearsals will return to a 2:30PM start, ending at 5:00.

Also, major updates made to rehearsal and performance calendar.


2011 January 27

Weekly Rehearsal Start Time

Effective immediately, weekly rehearsals will start at 2:00PM, ending at 4:30.


2011 January 14

UBC BrassFest

The band will perform at the inaugural UBC BrassFest on January 23.


2011 January 12

Dim Sum Lunch!

Weekly band rehearsal will begin at 2:00PM on January 16, due to the Dim Sum lunch at the Red Star Seafood Restaurant at 11:00AM that day.


2010 December 16

Vancouver Christmas Market - Again

Following a successful appearance at the Vancouver Christmas Market on December 03, LMBB was invited back for an encore performance at 5:00 on Wednesday, December 22.


2010 December 07

Yuletide On Granville Island, and "Songs For Solstice" Concert

Free outdoor concert on Saturday, December 11 - Yuletide On Granville Island: Triangle Square at 2:00!

Songs For Solstice On Sunday, December 12, LMBB presents Songs For Solstice at 2:30 at St. Mary's Kerrisdale Anglican Church, 2490 37th Ave. (37th & Larch) in Vancouver (Kerrisdale.)


2010 November 05

Photo Gallery Updated

Okanagan Tour 2010 Part 1 Updated the Photo Gallery with photos from the Okanagan Tour (Part 1 and Part 2) and the Spooks and Songs Hallowe'en Concert. Photos courtesy of photographer David Roughan.


2010 October 13

Concert - "Spooks & Songs"

Spooks & Songs In the spirit of Hallowe'en, LMBB presents Spooks & Songs - Music from the Underworld at 2:30 on Sunday, October 31 at St. Mary's Kerrisdale Anglican Church, 2490 37th Ave. (37th & Larch) in Vancouver (Kerrisdale.)


2010 October 09

British Heritage Festival - Cloverdale

Following a successful appearance at the Nanaimo British Heritage Festival in July, LMBB plays at 2:00 and 3:15 on Saturday, October 23 at the British Heritage Festival in Cloverdale (Surrey), BC, at the Cloverdale Rodeo Show Barn.


2010 September 18

Schedule For 2010-2011 Available on Google Calendar

The rehearsal and performance schedule is now available on Google Calendar for viewing or incorporation into your personal Google Calendar. The "Agenda" view can be printed out as a list of schedule dates.


2010 September 16

Rehearsals and Performances For 2010-2011

The provisional and performance schedule (subject to change) has been posted.


2010 August 19

First Rehearsal For 2010-2011

LMBB will hold its first rehearsal for 2010-2011 from 2:30-5:00 on Sunday, September 05 at St. Mary's Anglican Church, 2490 W. 37th Ave., Vancouver.


2010 June 17

Okanagan Valley Tour

LMBB plays from 2:30-4:00 on Saturday, June 19 at the Gyro Park Bandshell in Penticton, BC, and from 1:00-2:30 on Sunday, June 20 at Hester Creek Winery in Oliver, BC.


2010 June 08

2010 Ladner BandFest

LMBB plays from 2:40-3:20 on Sunday, June 13 at the 2010 Ladner BandFest.


2010 May 25

Victoria Day Weekend Concerts

Posted photos from the concert on May 23 at the Roundhouse Community Centre, courtesy of photographer David Roughan.


2010 May 20

Victoria Day Weekend Concerts

LMBB performs on Saturday, May 22, 11:00-2:00, at the All British Field Meet British Classic Car show at van Dusen Gardens, 37th Ave. and Oak St., Vancouver.

On Sunday, May 23, 1:00-3:00, it performs a free outdoor concert at the Engine 374 123rd Anniversary at the Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver.


2010 April 09

"Bursting With Brass" Spring Concert

LMBB welcomes guest soloist Tom Shorthouse on Flugelhorn in its "Bursting With Brass" Spring Concert on April 25.


2010 January 31

Festival of Wind Music 2010

LMBB performs at the Festival of Wind Music 2010 on February 07, 2010, 2:00PM at the Heritage Playhouse in Gibsons, BC.


2009 December 30

Rehearsals - Winter-Spring, 2010

Posted the rehearsal schedule for Winter and Spring, 2010 on the calendar page.


2009 November 15

Member List and Band Photo

Updated the member list and band photo on the Members page.


2009 October 07

No Rehearsal on Thanksgiving Sunday

There will be no rehearsal on Thanksgiving Sunday, Oct. 11.


2009 September 07

Rehearsals - Fall, 2009

Posted the rehearsal schedule for Fall, 2009 on the calendar page.


2009 August 21

Updated the Music Page

Updated the Music page with latest list of titles in the band's music folders, as of Spring 2009.


2009 June 17

Sit-In Rehearsals

LMBB will welcome brass players who would like to drop in and play for fun, at the final two rehearsals on June 21 and 28. Trumpets and F Horns are welcome, too! Bring a music stand, if possible.


2009 January 20

Video Gallery Added

I've added a Video Gallery to the LMBB web site. You can access it through the Video Gallery link in the "LMBB Site Contents" bar at the left of each LMBB web page. The "thumbnails" will display each video, or click on the "link" in the column on the right to bring up a YouTube session to show it a bit larger.

Initial video content is four selections from the Concert of Remembrance on 2008 November 09.


2008 December 31

Rehearsal Calendar For Winter-Spring 2009

Updated the calendar to show the schedule for Winter-Spring 2009.


2008 November 25

Outdoor Christmas Concert

Added the outdoor Christmas concert at Granville Island Market to the performance calendar.


2008 November 16

Updated Member List

Updated the member list.


2008 November 13

Photos From Concert of Remembrance

Added a link to photos from the "Concert of Remembrance" to the Photo Gallery.


2008 September 22

Updated Fall 2008 Calendar

There will be no band rehearsal on October 12 (Thanksgiving Sunday). Added a "Concert of Remembrance" to the Performances Calendar.


2008 August 18

Rehearsal Calendar For Fall 2008

Updated the calendar to show the provisional schedule for Fall 2008.


2008 August 17

Updated the Music Page

Updated the Music page with latest list of titles in the band's music folders.


2008 July 15

Photos From Spring, 2008

Photo Gallery Updated the Photo Gallery with photos from the British Classic Car Show at van Dusen Gardens, Ladner Bandfest, Haywood Bandstand, and BC Highland Games.


2008 May 27

Updated the Members Page

Updated the Members page with latest membership list, and recent band photo.


2008 May 15

Concerts on Victoria Day Weekend

See the calendar for locations and times of the concerts at VanDusen Botanical Garden (May 17) and the Roundhouse (May 18.)


2008 April 05

Updated Rehearsal & Concert Schedule - April-June

Updated the calendar to reflect changes to the rehearsal and performance schedule.


2008 March 31

Updated Schedule - April-June

Updated the calendar to confirm the April 06 rehearsal, and add the BC Highland Games to the performance schedule.


2008 February 21

No Rehearsal - February 24

Updated the calendar to confirm there is NO February 24 rehearsal.


2008 February 18

New Page Added to Web Site - "Press"

Gibsons Concert 2008 Added a new page (""Press") to the LMBB web site to be used for press clippings. Initial content is an article on the band's concert in Gibsons.


2008 January 26

Concert - Sunshine Coast Wind Festival

LMBB will present a concert for the Sunshine Coast Wind Festival on February 03, 2:30PM at the Heritage Playhouse in Gibsons, BC.


2008 January 05

Schedule - January-June

Updated the calendar with the rehearsal and performance schedule for Winter and Spring 2008.


2007 December 11

Rehearsal Schedule - Dec. - Jan.

Updated the calendar to advise there is NO December 16 rehearsal, and that rehearsals resume on Sunday, 2008 January 06.


2007 November 26

Christmas Concert - December 09

Updated the calendar to advise that the December 02 rehearsal starts at 2:00PM in the Gym and that the band will present a Christmas Concert at St. Mary's Anglican Church at 2:30PM on December 09.


2007 October 20

Remembrance Day Concert - November 11

Updated the calendar to confirm there is NO November 11 rehearsal - the band will present a concert at St. Mary's Anglican Church at 3:00PM.


2007 September 24

No Rehearsal - October 07

Updated the calendar to confirm there is NO October 07 (Thanksgiving) rehearsal.


2007 August 17

Rehearsal Calendar For Fall 2007

Updated the calendar to show the schedule for Fall 2007, with some dates subject to confirmation.


2007 June 12

Music - Spring 2007

Updated the list of music we have in our folders as of Spring, 2007, on the music page.


2007 June 04

Ladner Bandfest 2007

LMBB will perform again at the Ladner Bandfest in Ladner, from 11:00-11:40 on Sunday, June 10. This will conclude the band's 2006-2007 season, to resume with rehearsals in September for the 2007-2008 season.


2007 May 15

British Classic Car Show 2007

LMBB will perform again at the All British Classic Car Show at van Dusen Gardens in Vancouver, from 11:30-2:30 on Saturday, May 19.


2007 March 29

Rehearsal Canceled - April 01

Updated the calendar to cancel the April 01 rehearsal, and delete the tentative April 28 concert.


2007 March 22

Photos From Winter Concert 2007

Winter Concert 2007 Photos from the Winter Concert are now available in the Photo Gallery.


2007 February 26

Winter Concert 2007

LMBB will present its Winter Concert at St. Mary's Anglican Church on March 11 at 2:30PM.


2007 February 16

Memorial Service For Wes Barrett

A memorial service for Wes Barrett will be held at St. Mary's Anglican Church on February 18 at 3:00PM. LMBB will perform a number of Wes's favorite pieces.


2007 January 30

Revised Calendar For Winter & Spring 2007

Updated the calendar with current information, subject to further changes. Note that rehearsal times have changed to 2:30-5:00PM!


2007 January 30

Wes Barrett

The band was saddened to learn of the sudden passing of member Wes Barrett (Euphonium) on January 14. A memorial service will be held at St. Mary's Anglican Church on February 18.


2006 October 07

Revised Calendar For October 2006

Updated the calendar to show the schedule for October, subject to further changes.


2006 September 09

Rehearsal & Performance Calendar For 2006-2007

Updated the calendar to show the schedule for the 2006-2007, with some dates subject to confirmation.


2006 August 31

Haywood Bandstand Photos

Haywood Bandstand Photos from the Haywood Bandstand performance on June 25 are now available in the photo gallery.

 


2006 May 28

Free Outdoor Concert

LMBB will play at the Haywood Bandstand, Alexandra Park, Beach Ave. & Bidwell St., Vancouver on June 25, 1:00PM.


2006 March 23

Updated Members List

Updated the members page to reflect 2005-2006 membership.


2006 March 20

Updated Rehearsal & Performance Calendar

Updated the calendar to add April 02 and April 16 rehearsals, and to move Christ Church Cathedral concert from June 11 to April 23.


2006 February 28

March 12 Rehearsal Added

Updated the calendar to add a March 12 rehearsal.


2006 February 26

March 05 Rehearsal Canceled

Updated the calendar to reflect the cancellation of the March 05 rehearsal.


2005 December 13

Winter & Spring 2006 Calendar

The Winter & Spring rehearsal calendar has been posted.


2005 November 13

Fall Concert

LMBB presents a concert on Sunday, November 20, 3:00PM at St. Mary's Anglican Church, 2490 W. 37th Ave., Vancouver. No admission charge. Donations to support the band will be gratefully accepted.


2005 October 06

Photos From Spring Concert & Revelstoke

Updated the photo gallery with photos from the Spring Concert and the bus trip to Revelstoke.


2005 September 12

Fall Rehearsal Calendar Updated

The Fall rehearsal calendar has been posted. Note the NEW LOCATION: St. Mary's Anglican Church, 2490 W. 37th Ave. (at Larch St.), Vancouver. (See map.)


2005 September 08

Fall Rehearsals Begin

Fall rehearsals begin on Sunday, September 11, 1500-1730 (3:00-5:30PM), at a NEW LOCATION: St. Mary's Anglican Church, 2490 W. 37th Ave. (at Larch St.), Vancouver. (See map.)


2005 July 25

Photos! - Royal City Show & Shine

Thanks to Kathleen Jansen for photos of the band from the Royal City Show & Shine in New Westminster, BC, on July 24.


2005 July 11

Royal City Show & Shine

Oops! The band's "season" isn't over yet! It will perform at the Royal City Show & Shine in New Westminster, BC, on July 24.


2005 July 02

Busy Performance Schedule

LMBB enjoyed a busy Spring performance schedule from April through June (see the calendar), and concludes the Spring session with an outdoor performance in Revelstoke, BC, on July 09.


2005 April 14

Spring Schedule

See updates to the Spring rehearsal and performance calendar.


2005 April 11

Spring Concert

LMBB presents a concert on Sunday, April 17, 2:30PM at Marpole United Church, 1296 W. 67th Ave., Vancouver. No admission charge. Donations will be gratefully accepted.


2005 February 13

Rehearsal Location for Feb. 27

The February 27 rehearsal will be held at:

Queensbury Elementary School
2020 Moody Avenue
North Vancouver
See zoomable map.


2005 February 11

Photos From the Northwest International Brass Band Festival 2005

Brass Band Northwest's web site has posted photos from the Northwest International Brass Band Festival in which LMBB participated on January 29-30 in Bellevue, WA.


2005 February 07

Calendar Updated

The rehearsal and performance calendar has been updated.


2005 January 26

Member List Updated

The member list has been updated.


2004 December 15

Rehearsals Resume

Little Mountain Brass Band rehearsals resume on 2005 January 02 following the break for Christmas and New Years.


2004 November 28

Winter Concert

Little Mountain Brass Band presents a Winter Concert on Sunday, December 12, 2:30PM, at Marpole United Church, 1296 West 67th Ave, Vancouver. No admission charge, but donations will be gratefully accepted.

Northwest International Brass Band Festival 2005

The band will participate in the 2005 Northwest International Brass Band Festival on 2005 January 29-30 in Bellevue, WA. James Curnow will be the featured clinician and guest conductor.


2004 October 25

Updates to Web Site

Updated the Calendar and Members pages.


2004 October 25

Rehearsal Location Change

The location for the November 14 rehearsal will be:

Upper Lynn Elementary School
1540 Coleman Road
North Vancouver

See map.


2004 October 12

Photos From 2003 Kiwanis Band Festival

I've repatriated the photos from 2003 Kiwanis Band Festival to the LMBB web site. You can access them through the Photo Gallery link in the "LMBB Site Contents" bar at the left of each LMBB web page.


2004 October 11

Photo Gallery Added

I've moved the Photo Gallery from its old location (my home PC!) to the LMBB web site. You can now access it through the Photo Gallery link in the "LMBB Site Contents" bar at the left of each LMBB web page.


2004 September 08

New Look for LMBB Web Site

Welcome to the "new look" for the LMBB web site. See the Contacts and Technical Notes page for details on the makeover.


2004 August 28

Photos from Northwest Brass Band Festival (January 2004)

Northwest Brass Band Festival Thanks to Terry Lee, we have photos from the January 24, 2004 day trip for the Northwest Brass Band Festival in Bellevue, WA, USA.  You can see them at http://lmbb.vabbs.org/LMBBNWBBF2004/.  The web page also has a link to photos of LMBB taken by the festival organizers.


2004 May 23

Photos! - British Classic Car Show

LMBB enjoyed playing for the very large crowd at the British Classic Car Show held May 22 at Van Dusen Botanical Gardens in Vancouver, Canada. Appropriately enough, Music Director Jim Littleford selected a program of "British" music. See photos at http://lmbb.vabbs.org/LMBBBritishClassicCars2004/. More photos at http://lmbb.vabbs.org/LMBBBritishClassicCars2004-1/.


2004 April 25

Spring Concert

LMBB invites you to a Spring Concert!  Come and hear a British brass band play a wide selection of music.  Sunday, May 02 at 2:30PM.  Marpole United Church, 1296 West 67th Ave. (between Granville St. & Oak St.), Vancouver.  Donations to support the band will be gratefully accepted.


2004 April 11

Spring Calendar Updated

The calendar has been updated with the rehearsal and concert schedule for April - July, 2004.


2004 March 24

Special Historical Note

Added a page relating the history of an Aboriginal Brass Band Contest held in New Westminster, BC, in 1905.


2004 March 04

Spring Calendar Updated

The calendar has been updated with the rehearsal and concert schedule for Spring, 2004.


2004 February 02

No Rehearsal on February 08

There will NOT be a rehearsal on February 08.


2004 January 21

Spring Rehearsals

Rehearsal dates for January, February and March are posted on the Calendar page.


2003 June 10

Photos From June 08 Concert

View photos from the Spring Concert held Sunday, June 08, at Marpole United Church at http://lmbb.vabbs.org/LMBBSpring2003/


2003 March 08

Photos From Kiwanis Music Festival - March 06

See photos from the Kiwanis Festival at http://lmbb.vabbs.org/LMBBKiwanis2003/.


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