1960's to 1970's

This period was without doubt the most difficult time for Brass Bands, and as stated elsewhere on the site, many small Bands folded through lack of funding or lack of support in general. But for those Bands that did survive, it was the die hard loyal players that kept the band going. When only a handful of players remain it is hard to keep a good balanced sound, many players had to switch instruments, Bands found the conductor playing an instrument whilst banging his foot on the floor to keep a beat to follow, or playing with one hand whilst conducting with the other, not an ideal situation; and one that was not very attractive to young prospects!. Llangollen found themselves in this position, and thankfully managed to ride the storm, Bob Lube (Chairman’s remarks) tells us how in 1976 he was brought in to beat the drum as a time keeper. Good fortune graced the Band and it survived, making itself attractive to new players, a great deal of thanks must go to Mr Albert Hammonds for his addictive good humour and friendliness towards everyone, this must certainly have made even the most sceptical of persons feel relaxed and welcome.

The pictures below show the Register from 1961, A sixties receipt, Joe Daniels 54 years after he first joined, First Prize in Teeside and the band in the Musical: Hook of Holland in the early 60s.

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