The Sands of Time: Track Details

• Slaidburn (Rimmer) c.1900
  Over the years, this has been the bands' favourite march, by Southport composer, William Rimmer. Written originally for Wingates Temperance Band.
• Hootenanny (Walters) 1963
  According to the dictionary, a 'hootenanny' is an informal performance of folk music. This arrangement of American folk music is certainly informal. Enjoy!
• Lloyd (Howard / Kerwin) 1993
  From the Methodist Hymn Book "Fill thou my life, O Lord my God". This version was arranged for Marshside Brass Band by Wingates Bass player, Simon Kerwin after our joint concert in 1993.
• The Lonely Mill (Lancaster)
  This short but rousing overture was first played by the band on a trip to Callington Town, Cornwall in October 2000.
• This arrangement of a dance tune from 15th century Portugal was arranged by our own Principal Euphonium, Jean Lee (see Introducing New Music above).
• March of the Peers (Sullivan) 1882
  The story of Gilbert and Sullivan's operetta "Iolanthe", depicts the romance between Strephon (half mortal / half fairy) and Phyllis. Strephon, however, was deemed unsuitable for her. The march refers to the procession of Peers (from the House of Lords') as potential suitors for Phyllis.
• All In The April Evening (Ball)
  Eric Ball's beautiful melodic arrangement of this traditional song, was played by the band at our first contest. This was at Hardraw Scar (waterfalls), near Hawes, North Yorkshire in 1999.
• The Sandgrounder (Lally) 2001
  This march, reflecting the life and times of our hometown of Southport during the 20th century, was composed by our own 2nd cornet player, Thomas Lally (see "Introducing New Music", below).
• Always On My Mind (Christopher/James/Thompson) 1971
  This fine arrangement of one of Elvis Presley's best loved songs, demonstrates the bands ability to perform many different styles of music.
• The Great Escape (Bernstein / Pegram) 1963
  The theme from the epic W.W.II prisoner film, which has been brilliantly arranged for brass band. As you listen, close your eyes and recall the fantastic stunt riding of Steve McQueen, as he tries to outwit his pursuers.
• Ellers (Hopkins)
  The hymn tune for "Saviour again, to thy dear name we raise"
• Who Pays The Ferryman (Markopoulos / Bryce) 1977
  The theme from the hit seventies BBC serial, of the same name which was based on and around the Greek islands. This catchy tune is, in turn played by all sections of the band.
• Schneewaltzer - Snow Waltz (Richards)1987
  This German style waltz has gone down very well at our Christmas concerts. You have to imagine that you are in a beer keller in Bavaria swaying from left to right in time with the music. Go on, have a go!
• Conquest of Paradise (Vangelis / Bernaerts) 1995
  From the film "1492 Conquest of Paradise". This haunting tune by Vangelis (perhaps most famous for "Chariots of Fire") lends itself, to the brass band sound.
• When The Saints/Glory Glory (Trad / Steffe / Lee)
  Two well known tunes come together in this arrangement, by Jean Lee.
• The Floral Dance (Moss / Broadbent) 1977
  This arrangement took Brighouse and Rastrick Band to the top of the charts in 1977. Sing along in Wogan style and annoy the neighbours.
• St. Clement (Scholefield / Lee) 1999
  A beautiful version by Jean Lee of the hymn "The day thou gavest Lord, is ended".