Who we are…

Lions Youth Brass are based in Sandbach, Cheshire and were formed in 1989 by a group of parents as a small community-based youth brass band for their children to play together. Donations were secured from local Lions clubs, a relationship which has now spanned over 35 years.

The band supports close to 100 young musicians across 3 groups; a ‘Debut Band’ for complete beginners, the ‘Academy Band’ for those with a bit more experience, and the ‘Youth Band’, for the most able players

All 3 bands perform regularly around Cheshire, often supporting the local Lions Clubs and associated charities, and each year the Youth Band undertakes a concert tour.

Ian Raisbeck was appointed musical director of Lions Youth Brass in January 2023, following the tragic loss of Nigel Birch. Ian is a former member of Lions, and has continued to work closely with the organisation for over 20 years in many different roles.

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