Parc & Dare Band

Brass & Voices Joint Concert
2025-05-22 19:00 - 21:30 (Europe/Paris) | Parc & Dare Theatre, Station Road, Treorchy, CF42 6NL, United Kingdom
Treorchy Male Choir and the Parc & Dare Band to bring you a rousing night of glorious music at their annual concert – jam packed with some of the most loved songs and evocative choruses from around the world and Wales itself.
Don’t miss this one, so get your tickets from the Theatre box office

Pontypridd Brass Festival 2025
2025-05-17 17:45 - 18:30 (Europe/Paris) | Clwb y Bont, 85A Taff Street, Pontypridd, CF37 4SL, United Kingdom
A new festival celebrating the south Wales valleys’ rich brass band traditions is taking place in multiple locations across Pontypridd town centre this May.
Organised by the Pontypridd Brass Band Festival team, in partnership with Pontypridd Town Council, the Festival will present a varied programme including a learner workshop, outdoor and indoor performances, a music-themed exhibition, a film night and an opportunity to come and try out a range of brass instruments from the smallest to the largest.

The British Open - 103rd Spring Festival
2025-05-10 | Winter Gardens Blackpool, Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HL, United Kingdom
Senior Trophy
Fantasy for Brass Band (Op.114) Malcolm Arnold
Spanish Hall

consTest Birmingham Open Brass Band Competition
2025-04-12 | Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, 200 Jennens Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B4 7XR, United Kingdom
Please come along and support this fantastic Open competition run by consTest with a line up of 18 Bands, including Parc & Dare Band in Birmingham on Saturday April 12th 2025
Get your tickets from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire now: https://www.bcu.ac.uk/…/events…/constest-12-04-2025 and please quote “PARC&DARE” when booking to support Parc secure the Highest Supporters’ competition

Welsh Regional Championships 2025
2025-03-15 | Brangwyn Hall, Guildhall Road, Swansea, SA1 4PE

A Welsh Celebration
2025-02-19 19:00 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | Carmel Chapel, Baglan St, Treherbert, Treorchy CF42 5AF, Carmel Chapel Treherbert, Treorchy, RCT, CF42 5AF, United Kingdom
Concert to celebrate all that is Welsh
with the Parc & Dare Band, YGG Ynyswen and Guest Singers

27th Welsh Open Brass Band Entertainment Championship
2025-02-15 | Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre, The Riverfront, Kingsway, Newport, NP20 1HG, United Kingdom
The Welsh contest season opener is back at the Riverfront Theatre once again, with 14 incredible bands, from both sides of the border, preparing to battle it out for the esteemed South Wales Miners Challenge Cup, a £1,000 prize and once again, an invite to this years Spring Festival in Blackpool.

At £11.50 tickets for this amazing event can now be purchased via the Riverfront Box Office. The contest will begin promptly at 11am, and the draw, as well as the competing bands, will be announced via our social media in the coming weeks. This year our adjudicator is the world-class trombone soloist, and Chairperson of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators, Dr L. Brett Baker and our compère, as always, is the ever-entertaining David Hayward. Will Ebbw Valley Brass be able to achieve the elusive hat-trick? Book now to find out!

https://newportlive.ticketsolve.com/tick…/shows/1173656605

01633 656757

The Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre, Kingsway, Newport, NP20 1HG

#welshopen2025 Newport Live

Christmas Concert 2025
2024-12-06 | Carmel Chapel, Baglan St, Treherbert, Treorchy CF42 5AF, Carmel Chapel Treherbert, Treorchy, RCT, CF42 5AF, United Kingdom
Join us on the 6th of December, 2024, for a heart-warming Christmas Concert. Set in the Carmel Chapel in Treherbert, this evening promises to be a magical journey through the timeless melodies of the holiday season. Let the soothing harmonies and joyful carols transport you into the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your loved ones along and revel in the joyous sounds of the season as we come together to celebrate this special time of year. Don’t miss this unforgettable musical experience that will fill your heart with the warmth and wonder of Christmas.

GBBA Contest
2024-11-24 | Chosen Hill School, Brookfield Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2PL, United Kingdom
Own Choice March & Test Piece Contest

SEWBBA Autumn Contest
2024-11-23 | RCT

Wychavon Festival of Brass 2024
2024-11-02 | De Monfort School Evesham

West Wales Brass Band Association
2024-10-12 | RCT

Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru
2024-08-04 | RCT
Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru (National Eisteddfod of Wales), one of Europe’s largest cultural festivals, is coming to Rhondda Cynon Taf in August 2024, hosted by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council.

The 2024 Rhondda Cynon Taf Eisteddfod will be held in Pontypridd, with the Maes located in beautiful Ynysangharad War Memorial Park.

COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
2024-06-26 | Parc Hall, Parc Road, Cwm Parc, Treorchy, CF42 6LD, United Kingdom
RELAXED CONCERT WITH BAR OPEN FOR BUSINESS THROUGHOUT FOR COMMUNITY CELEBRATION WITH LIVE MUSIC

Celebrate 150 years of community spirit with an unforgettable evening of live music!

Parc & Dare Brass Band takes the stage alongside the Community Band.

Join us in honoring the legacy of Cwmparc Community Association in style.

Book your tickets now!

https://parcanddareband.co.uk/events/parc-dare-concert/
07494158117
Or book at Cwmparc Community Centre

56th Voices & Brass
2024-05-15 | Parc & Dare Theatre, Station Road, Treorchy, CF42 6NL, United Kingdom
We are delighted to appear at our home theatre with our friends Treorchy Male Choir
Tickets now on sale.
Click here to purchase online, alternatively
Telephone sales available or simply call in to the box office.

The 102nd British Open Spring Festival Championships
2024-05-11 | Winter Gardens Blackpool, Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HL, United Kingdom
The British Open Spring Festival Championships are one of the most important series of competitions in the brass banding world.
60 bands and over 1500 performers from all parts of the UK come to the Winter Gardens to be tested on wonderful music, providing passion and virtuosity in friendly, inclusive rivalry.
The three levels of competition see the bands battle for promotion, with the ultimate prize to gain qualification to the world famous British Open Championships in Birmingham in September.

Regional Championships 2024
2024-03-16 | Brangwyn Hall, Guildhall Road, Swansea, SA1 4PE
The “Welsh Regional Championships” is an annual brass band competition held every March, and is one of eight regional qualifying competitions for the Finals of the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain. Approximately 40 bands, across five sections, compete to be crowned the National Champion Band of Wales in their respective section.

WELSH REGIONAL PREVIEW EVENING
2024-03-15 19:30 (Europe/Paris) | Tonyrefail Community School, Gilfach Rd, Tonyrefail, CF39 8HG
On 15th March, we will be joining Tredegar Town Band and Cross Keys Band in a preview evening for the upcoming Welsh Regional Brass Band Championship! This will be your opportunity to hear the preparations on our respective test pieces.

15th March
7:30pm
Tonyrefail Community School

We’re looking forward to welcoming you all!

Welsh Open Brass Band Entertainment Championship
2024-02-17 | The Riverfront Theatre Newport, The Riverfront Theatre, Newport, NP20 1HG
The annual contest season opener is back at the Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre for another year, where 13 bands, from both sides of the border, will battle it out for the esteemed C.I.S.W.O trophy, £1,000 prize money and even an invite to this years Spring Festival in Blackpool. This year, our adjudicator is the world-famous tenor horn soloist, Sheona White, and as always, our compère is the one and only David Hayward.

Community Christmas Carols
2023-12-19 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-12-15 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-13 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-11 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-12-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-08 17:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Paris) | Asda Tonypandy Superstore, Colliers Way, Tonypandy, CF40 2JQ, United Kingdom
Parc and Dare Band will join our local community for Christmas carols at Co Op in Treorchy. This cherished tradition brings together neighbours, friends, and families, creating a festive atmosphere filled with the spirit of the season. With the enchanting melodies of the Parc and Dare Band sharing laughter and joy. It’s a time when the bonds of our community grow even stronger, and the magic of Christmas shines brightly. This annual event is a reminder of the power of unity and togetherness during the most wonderful time of the year.

SEWBBA Autumn Contest
2023-11-18 | Stanwell School in Penarth, Stanwell School, Penarth, CF64 2XL, United Kingdom
Parc and Dare Band is gearing up for an exciting musical showdown as they prepare to compete in the SEWBBA (South East Wales Brass Band Association) Autumn Contest, hosted at Stanwell School in Penarth.
The contest is a own-choice 20-minute concert programme format not only showcases the exceptional talent of each participating band but also fosters a spirit of musical diversity and creativity.
Parc and Dare Band’s participation underscores their commitment to pushing the boundaries of brass band performance and promises to be a thrilling musical journey for both the performers and the audience alike.
It’s an event that not only celebrates the rich tradition of brass music but also encourages bands from all sections to come together and share their passion for this timeless art form.

Remembrance Sunday
2023-11-12 | RCT
Remembrance Sunday, observed on the second Sunday in November in the UK and other Commonwealth nations, is a day to honor and remember the sacrifices of armed forces members in times of war. It serves as a reminder of their courage and ultimate sacrifices, with ceremonies at war memorials, wreath-laying, and the Last Post. This day emphasizes the importance of peace and ensures that history’s lessons are not forgotten, fostering unity and gratitude.

Wychavon Festival of Brass 2023
2023-11-04 | De Monfort School Evesham
We are ready ! This year we will be competing In the Wychavon Festival of Brass.
Wychavon Festival of Brass is held in the ancient market town of Evesham just to the north of the Cotswold hills. The contest takes place on an annual basis in late autumn, with bands competing from all over the UK. There are separate sections for Championship, First, Second, Third and Fourth Section bands.
The venue is the Simon De Montfort School. There are a number of auditoriums and a large catering facility provided by The Fleece Inn at Bretforton, famous for its real ales.
