In January comes the snow

Yes it did, even in Grange-over-Sands! It was a slippery start to the year but our musical agenda is in good shape. Our first 2025 gig is a charity ceilidh on Saturday 25 January at Aldingham Parish Hall LA12 0PF, 7.00 p.m. There will a Scottish flavour to the music to mark the 266th birthday of a certain Mr Burns. But no bagpipes, haggis or poetry.

So come along for a fun evening, and in the words of a popular folk tune we will:

"Drive the cold winter away"!!

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Christmas is coming

That's what one of our Christmas songs says, and it's true! The Band is busy bringing Christmas cheer to Grange-over-Sands and round about - and to you too if you are able to join us. Dates for your diary: Wednesday 11 December, 10.00-11.00 at the Fell Church, Grange Fell Road, LA11 6AN Saturday 21 December, 11.00-13.00 at Levens Hall, near Kendal, LA8 0PD If you are lucky enough to be a member of Grange U3A you can also hear the Band at the Grange U3A monthly meeting, on Tuesday 17 December at 10.15 a.m. in the Victoria Hall, Grange-over-Sands. We shall be decked out in our Christmas jumpers. Spoiler alert - see the photo! We look forward to admiring yours too.

A Spring ceilidh

We're optimists in the Sands Band and we think the end of February is (well, almost) the beginning of Spring! So come and join us for a Spring ceilidh on Friday 28 February at Grange Methodist Church, 6:30 to 9:00pm. Light refreshments will be provided. No tickets and no set charge – donations welcome. All dances will be called; no experience or partner needed, just a willingness to have fun, join in or simply enjoy listening to the music . Grange Methodist Church is a brilliant venue for ceilidhs and loads of other events, right in the town centre. Sadly, the building is in need of major renovations and these are not cheap. So the proceeds from this ceilidh will go towards the church's "Open for Community" building redevelopment fund. Please be generous. Dance, have fun - and GiftAid your donation if you can!

Summer time!

It's Summer time and the Band is enjoying playing some gentle tunes for relaxed, sunny days. We love the music of the 17th century Irish harpist Turlough O'Carolan. It showcases our fantastic guitarist, accompanied by plucked strings and "harp" (thanks to the wonders of electronic keyboard technology!) Here we are, pictured in a beautiful garden with amazing views, enjoying the flowers and the scenery after a delightful morning's playing. We are always keen to share our music with others. Have a look at our "Book the Band" page if you are interested.

The Sands Band

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