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The band was formed in 1904 and started it's life in a tin-roofed hut on Arthur Street. The noise of the rehearsals was not appreciated by the local residents, who threw stones on the roof to express their displeasure. Eventually the vicar of St.Stephens parish church came to the rescue, offering rehearsal space in exchange for our services each month in church. The band grew from there, and reformed after the First World War. By the mid 1920's the band had become one of the most respected names in British Brass Banding, winning the World Championships in 1927 and 1929, obtaining a 2nd place in 1926 and 3rd in 1928. The band now competes in the 3rd section for the National Brass Band Competition. Carlisle St.Stephens Silver Band welcomes all players young and old, of all backgrounds and abilities, to train them and provide them with instruments, and prepare them to go out and perform. This tradition is what keeps brass bands alive. We practice at the Church Of Scotland, Chapel Street, Carlisle. Wednesday evenings from 7.30 to 9.30 pm
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