FESTIVE BRASS

The Festive Brass of Myrtle Beach was founded in 1998 by Rev. Lawrence J. Beadle of Kettering, Northamptonshire, UK. His musicianship roots were developed playing in London's Salvation Army Staff Band. Lawrence and his wife Jean retired to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina in 1992 after 56 years of ministry abroad. As a gifted trumpet musician, Lawrence recognized the need to create a British-style brass band whose primary mission is to honor and support the local veteran community. The ensemble began with only 8 musicians and has grown to nearly 30 all-volunteer member musicians ranging in age from 18-79. The Festive Brass is now in its 23rd season and is recognized as South Carolina's Premiere Ceremonial Brass Band... The mission of the Festive Brass is to bring the community together with volunteer musicians to support the City of Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand at all ceremonial events that celebrate our veterans past and present. We are rooted in our nation's musical history by..

Also known as: Festive Brass of Myrtle Beach

Primary location: Myrtle Beach United States