Cubbington Silver Band crowned Midlands Champions after 11-year wait
Cubbington Silver Band has returned to winning form after being crowned the Midlands Area Champion Band in the Fourth Section of the National Brass Band Championships.
Cubbington competed against 13 other bands from across the region in the competition the competition took place at the Civic Hall in Bedworth on Sunday (March 8).
After weeks of preparation and rehearsal, the band impressed the two adjudicators with its performance of Indian Summer by Eric Ball, securing the top place and the title of best Fourth Section band in the Midlands.
The result marks the band’s first Midlands Area Championship title since 2015, exactly 11 years to the day of their previous victory, making the win an especially memorable moment for the band members who were there on both occasions.
Musical Director Dr Mark Scott said: “It was a fantastic day out for the band.
"The Midlands Area competition is always closely fought, with bands from across the region coming together to perform the set work.
"What made me so proud of Cubbington was that we went out as a team, we played as a team and were successful.
"This is a big boost for the band as we now look forward to the National Finals, which this year are taking place in York at the end of September.”
This year’s contest was also Dr Scott’s first Midlands Area Championships with the band, adding further significance to the achievement.
Dr Scott added: “Reaching the finals is a great achievement, but we must now begin fundraising to ensure we can attend and represent not only Cubbington and Leamington with pride but also showcase the wonderful ecosystem of brass bands across the Midlands.
“We are blessed in Leamington to have not just one brass band but four, catering for players who are just beginning through to more advanced musicians.
“That is something to be celebrated as Leamington looks to submit a bid to become the UK’s first Town of Culture.”
The band must now raise about £2,500 to cover the costs of entry, travel and hotels.
Anyone wishing to support the band or contribute to its fundraising efforts can find more information on the band’s website.
The band also welcomes new members particularly if you play the cornet or tuba.