Kettle Bridge Concertinas
Concertina group based in Maidstone, Kent, UK
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Weald Trefoil Guild AGM
AGMs can be really boring, so what is the best way to make them more enjoyable? The obvious answer is to invite Kettle Bridge Concertinas to come along and play, of course! This is exactly what the Weald Trefoil Guild did.
After a brief introduction from Sue, we played plenty of lovely tunes, some of which featured enthusiastic audience participation. We then provided an opportunity for anyone to have a go. Entertainment and education — what more could you ask for on a sunny Saturday morning?
Click here to see an illustrated report.
Let’s be honest, music theory can be a bit dry but if you are interested in understanding more about scales and keys, there is a very informative video available on YouTube all about the Circle of Fifths.
The Concertina Tinker
Dave Elliott is an associate member of Kettle Bridge Concertinas and a thoroughly useful chap to know. He is an experienced repairer and restorer of traditionally constructed concertinas of all types — large bass through to piccolo — as well as miniature instruments, and all fingering systems.
He is very happy to provide individual advice, event clinics, or group workshops and is the author of 'The Concertina Maintenance Manual'.
For more information, visit his website at http://concertina-repair.org.uk/.
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Next beginners’ practice date in the Hall is To Be Arranged
Next advanced players’ practice date is Thu 21st May 2026
Diary
Sun 7th June 2026
Ciara Considine Workshop
We are delighted to announce that Ciara Considine will be running a workshop for us. Ciara is very well known locally for her work with choirs and orchestras and has worked with Gareth Malone on his series for BBC2 "Sing while you work".
You may also remember that in March, we were very privileged to appear with Kent Community Orchestra at Ciara's invitation.
Sun 14th June 2026
SqueezEast
The SqueezEast Concertina Band Day has been booked for 14th June at the Stilton Pavilion, which is located about 7 miles south of Peterborough.
Fri 10th to Sun 12th July 2026
Banding Together
J25 Concertina Band are holding their annual workshop at Halsway Manor, Halsway Lane, near Crowcombe, Somerset, TA4 4BD. It is aimed at advanced and fluent players who enjoy band playing.
More details will be available nearer the time.