Music is the Breath of Life - Wellington (Telford) Brass Band
The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB
Friday 11th September 2026 7:30PM
All proceeds to The Jon Hayward Memorial Trust, supporting children's access to music
There is truly something for every music lover in this concert lineup. Enjoy a journey through film scores, timeless classics, brass band arrangements and popular tunes, all leading up to an energetic Last Night of the Proms finale full of flag waving and community singing.
The Jon Hayward Memorial Trust (reg.charity1121391) was set up in 2007 and since then has awarded well over 300 annual bursaries to Shropshire children ages 7-11 who would have been unable to access music lessons without this financial support.
The charity was set up in memory of Jon Hayward, who was born in Much Wenlock and lived in the immediate area for most of his life. He was a well known folk musician and singer who died in 2006, aged 53. Jon’s great love of music, children and Shropshire led his family and friends to set up the charity as a fitting way to remember him.
The charity is reliant on fundraising activities (as well as support from a local legacy) to be able to continue providing its support to children in the hope that music will become a life long interest for them.
Wellington (Telford) Brass Band is a traditional British brass band based in Wellington, Shropshire which was formed in 2000.
Over thirty members cover the full range of brass instruments and percussion. Players come from all walks of life, from teenage students to retired professionals, with many stages of life represented in between.
The band is inclusive and musicians of all abilities are welcome. Tuition and guidance are available to all who need it. What unites everyone is the shared enthusiasm, love of music, and desire to make music together.
Throughout the year, the band performs at fetes and festivals, supports fundraising events for local charities and community projects.
Reflecting the wide variety of venues in which the band performs, it’s repertoire is equally diverse. It includes traditional brass band marches, classical and folk music, rock and pop, music from the shows, and even pieces written for computer gaming.
Over the years, the band has had success at the National Brass Band Championships and currently compete in the second section.
There is truly something for every music lover in this concert lineup. Enjoy a journey through film scores, timeless classics, brass band arrangements and popular tunes, all leading up to an energetic Last Night of the Proms finale full of flag waving and community singing.
The Jon Hayward Memorial Trust (reg.charity1121391) was set up in 2007 and since then has awarded well over 300 annual bursaries to Shropshire children ages 7-11 who would have been unable to access music lessons without this financial support.
The charity was set up in memory of Jon Hayward, who was born in Much Wenlock and lived in the immediate area for most of his life. He was a well known folk musician and singer who died in 2006, aged 53. Jon’s great love of music, children and Shropshire led his family and friends to set up the charity as a fitting way to remember him.
The charity is reliant on fundraising activities (as well as support from a local legacy) to be able to continue providing its support to children in the hope that music will become a life long interest for them.
Wellington (Telford) Brass Band is a traditional British brass band based in Wellington, Shropshire which was formed in 2000.
Over thirty members cover the full range of brass instruments and percussion. Players come from all walks of life, from teenage students to retired professionals, with many stages of life represented in between.
The band is inclusive and musicians of all abilities are welcome. Tuition and guidance are available to all who need it. What unites everyone is the shared enthusiasm, love of music, and desire to make music together.
Throughout the year, the band performs at fetes and festivals, supports fundraising events for local charities and community projects.
Reflecting the wide variety of venues in which the band performs, it’s repertoire is equally diverse. It includes traditional brass band marches, classical and folk music, rock and pop, music from the shows, and even pieces written for computer gaming.
Over the years, the band has had success at the National Brass Band Championships and currently compete in the second section.
Event Details
Doors Open at 6:30PM
Starts at 7:30PM
Location
The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NBPrice
Ticket price
£10.00 - £15.00*
*booking fee applies per transaction
