History of the St. George Brass Band
The group that was to become St. George Brass Band was formed at the beginning of 2000 with about 10 players. Since then, the band has grown and there is a strong emphasis on teaching younger players and supporting community based activities.
The first public performance was given under the name "Kogarah District Brass Band" and took place in the historic rotunda in Woodville Park, Hurstville on Sunday 25th June, 2000.
Players present at first performance, 25th June, 2000. The band has performed at many concerts including
an annual St. George's Day concert at St. Paul's Anglican Church,
Kogarah for several years. The junior band competed in the State Championships for
the first time in 2001 and again in 2002. The band marched for
the first time in the city Anzac Day march in 2002.
The St. George Brass Band Junior Band performing
at the State Championships in 2002 In years past, the St. George region has been
a region rich in brass bands. Unfortunately all of these bands
either folded or introduced reed players. The St. George Brass Band aims to bring interest
in brass bands back to people living in the St. George district
through community involvement and encouraging players of all generations. In 2002, the Band purchased marching coats from America.
The original set was extended by a local maker, Focus Uniforms. Matching caps
were made by Sentry Uniforms, New York in 2009.
Lower brass section at Roselands Shopping Centre, August 2002.