Music in the Park will be taking place in Lowndes Park on Sunday afternoons in July and August from 2pm until 4pm on the performance area. Here’s a summary of what we have to look forward to
July 2nd - Thame Concert Band - Formed in 1993 they are a community band with a substantial repertoire.
July 9th – Bisham Concert Band – Under the stewardship of Musical Director Michael Pegram who joined in 2012 they will be featuring wind instruments, both woodwind and brass, and a range of percussion and a string bass. Their repertoire is broad – music from film and the stage, light classical and pop compilations.
July 16th – Lou’s Sextet - Play an entertaining mix of swing, jazz, latin, blues, and of course American Songbook, and other popular vocals.
July 23rd – There will be two local choirs performing, My Town Choir - The happiest choir in town!! A Choir with no auditions, no judgement, just having a great time singing with friends. Formed in 2019, they welcome everyone and enjoy helping the wider community by raising funds for local charities by performing. Choir on the Green – A community choir for all abilities based in Ashley Green and under the Musical Direction of Paul Bullen since 2015.
July 30th – Watford Brass Band – Based in Hertfordshire, providing entertainment and supporting their local community since 1894. Their music features pop songs, film music, classical and traditional brass band pieces. Proud winners of 3rd place at the London and Southern Counties Regional Championships they are off to the National Finals in Cheltenham in September!
August 6th - Streetlights - Performing Popular and Contemporary Christian Worship Music sometimes referred to as Christian Rock. Members are drawn from within the wider community of musicians and vocalists that attend one of Chesham’s churches.
August 3th – Badd Dads - A Chesham quartet who play the songs they grew up with in their inimitable style. If you like post punk and New Wave bands like the Stranglers, Elvis Costello, Echo and the Bunnymen and the Jam then you'll love the Badd Dads. Bring your singing voices and dancing shoes!
August 20th – The Deviators - Jimmy, Mat, Laurence and Anthony met in Chesham and now play upbeat Rock, Reggae, Country, Punk and Soul together!
If you are involved with a band or choir or any other musical ensemble and would like to perform in the park in summer 2024 please do get in touch, we would love to hear from you.
More information can be found on our social media pages. https://www.facebook.com/CheshamTownCouncil or contact us on 01494 774842.