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Re: The Royal Marine Band

Posted: Mon Mar 18, 2019 3:52 pm
by ivorthediver
Couldn't agree more Jim , we tend to earmark them as purely military bands but the cross section of talent and diversity is as good...... and in some cases exceeds that of Orchestras .

As I said earlier we had a wonderful time , which exceeded all our expectations and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them for any musical event at all.

It was sad to witness the usual con artists handy work where members of the public had bought tickets in all good faith only to find others sat in their expected chairs , and in most cases resulted in the need and calming influence of the R.A.H staff to appease and reseat others as best they could , as indeed happened to me through a National Booking agency on my first official visit.

Can't stress how helpful they are in trying to accommodate your needs if disabled or whims and if there are viewing restrictions they tell you before you book the seat, and in my case the preferred seats were cheaper than the "Bargain Seats " I paid more for initially .......so be warned ;)

Re: The Royal Marine Band

Posted: Mon Mar 18, 2019 4:20 pm
by jbryce1437
Pleased you both enjoyed it and thanks for the advice on tickets.

Jim

Re: The Royal Marine Band

Posted: Sun Mar 31, 2019 10:18 pm
by Pelican
The Ark and the true naval spirit - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8ppETh ... WTE4Arl6sE

Re: The Royal Marine Band

Posted: Mon Apr 01, 2019 7:45 pm
by ivorthediver
That will stir a few souls David , thanks for sharing , she must have been the most videoed Carrier afloat for her time .
Mind you the QE and POW will soon be close behind me thinks .....

Re: The Royal Marine Band

Posted: Tue Aug 13, 2019 10:49 pm
by Pelican
We don't seem to have a thread for the Royals?

NEW MUSICAL MAESTROS WELCOMED TO THE ROYAL MARINES BAND

The Royal Marines School of Music have welcomed their latest batch of successful musicians.
Troop 1/16, consisting of 24 ranks, including 12 musicians and buglers, passed out in front of loved ones at the annual celebration.
The parade was inspected by Deputy Commandant General Royal Marines, Brigadier Haydn White ADC RM. The celebrations continued the following day with a concert and Beating Retreat in Portsmouth Guildhall.

Continues with a 'few' photos at - https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/news-and-l ... assing-out

Long may they play and march!

Re: The Royal Marine Band

Posted: Sat May 23, 2020 7:57 pm
by jbryce1437
Look at people differently, with understanding, respect, tolerance and compassion.


The Sound of Silence

Re: The Royal Marine Band

Posted: Mon May 27, 2024 8:08 pm
by jbryce1437
The Mountbatten Festival of Music 2024 | The Bands of HM Royal Marines
Well worth a look if you have a couple of hours to spare.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4aar0MFDezA

Jim
Keep your eyes peeled and you might spot a Naval interloper from New Zealand in the band (on the right of the attachment)

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Re: The Royal Marine Band

Posted: Tue May 28, 2024 7:25 pm
by ivorthediver
Yes saw her playing the piccolo on three occasions David ......

As ever a Brilliant show and sadly we couldn't afford to go this year , so a real bonus to catch it even allowing for the never ending adverts interrupting their excellent performance