It is with sadness that the Lourdes Band has learned of the passing of a great friend Mr. Thomas (Tommy) O’Donovan of Clonakilty.
O’Donovan’s hotel has been the Lourdes Brass Bands home from home for the Band Championship’s on the first weekend of July for many years now.
Tom, Dena and the whole staff of O’Donovan’s always went above and beyond the call looking after us all. We all have very fond memories of Thomas.
May he Rest In Peace.
The Lourdes Brass Band, wishes all our friends and supporters a very Happy St. Patrick's Day. We are, as ever delighted to participate in the Drogheda St Patrick's Day parade.
We are really looking forward to entertaining you all tomorrow.
Best wishes to all our newest members who will be marching for the first time with the Lourdes Brass Band.
Parade begins at 12pm from Palace St.
The Lourdes Brass Band
Offers our deepest condolences to all the members of Mrs Eileen Carter's family.
Eileen was a huge supporter of the Lourdes Band. With many of her family, grandchildren, nieces and nephews involved in our Band.
Eileen was a driving force bringing the Band forward through her years of association.
May she rest in peace.
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The Lourdes Brass Band will hold their Annual General Meeting on Tue 24th March 2026, in the band-room on Bachelors Lane Drogheda commencing at 8.30pm.
All Members and Parents are encouraged to attend.
The Lourdes Brass Band were saddened this week with the news that Mr. David Curran had passed away.
A parent and grandparent to Gareth and Sinead. David was a keen supporter of the Lourdes Brass Band and would be found surrounded by his beloved family at all our events.
We will all miss David, but will always remember his ever happy presence.
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It is with deep regret that the Lourdes Brass Band has learned of the passing of Mrs Annie Whelan.
Annie was a lifelong supporter of the Lourdes Brass Band and served with great dedication on the band committee for many years.
The Whelan family has long shared a close and valued connection with the band, most notably her son, Niall Whelan, our Flugel Horn player, and all of his family.
Annie will be deeply missed by all members of the Lourdes Brass Band. May she rest in peace.
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1st Nov.2025 will see both the Navan Silver Band and Murley Silver Band present a concert in the Solstice Centre, Navan at 7.30pm
The Lourdes Brass Band will be competing in the NIBA Championships held in the Market Place Theatre, Armagh City this Saturday 18th Oct.
The set piece Test Piece is "Sanctuary" - by Daniel Hall.
Live stream on https://www.facebook.com/nibandsassociation tomorrow Saturday, section starts at 1.45pm
Don't forget to come along to our "OPEN Rehearsal" tonight, in preparation for the NIBA (North of Ireland Band Association) Championship's.
- Venue - Drogheda Town FC Clubhouse, Marian Park - Google Map link - https://maps.app.goo.gl/NoccaDUYbYw8CzCN6
- Tonight - Thursday 9th Oct 2025.
- 8.00pm - 10.00pm
- No admission Fee
- Featuring the NIBA Championship set test piece - “ Sanctuary ” by Daniel Hall.
Come along and experience the intensity required from a Brass Band to work together and compete in the Major events. Rehearsal will conclude with a performance of the test piece “Sanctuary”.
Many Thanks to all the Drogheda Community who have so generously supported our "Flag Day" collection last Friday. Your support is very gratefully received.
Today is the Lourdes Brass Bands flag day collection. We thank the Drogheda community for the support shown over the years, since our formation in 1959.
Please support your local Brass Band.
Two more opportunities to enjoy an afternoon with the Lourdes Brass Band
The Lourdes Brass Band in Association with Mr. Gary Curtin.
Gary Curtin is the principal Euphonium Player with the elite "Fodens Band" ranked No.3 in the World Rankings. Gary is one of the finest Brass Players in the world, it's a privilege for the Lourdes Brass Band to showcase such prestigious world class talent to our local community. This event is proudly sponsored by "Drogheda Credit Union" .
Date - 13th September (Saturday).
Time - 2.30pm
Venue - St. Peter's COI Community Hall - Google Maps https://maps.app.goo.gl/wBmVq1i4iYcgo8ov5
Admission - Free admission . This is part of our summer programme of free community concerts, giving back to our community who support us so generously through the year.
Kingscourt Band Festival.
St Mary's Brass & Reed Band, Kingscourt, will host 11 Bands and provide an afternoon of delightful musical entertainment, all culminating with the 11 Bands joining forces in a Massed Band Parade at 5.30pm
Date - 14th September (Sunday).
Time - 2.40pm
Venue - Market Square, Kingscourt Co. Cavan - Google Maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mdi1vg1NpGptCZBg6
Admission - Free admission , street event.
The Lourdes Brass Band are delighted to announce a concert featuring the renowned Euphonium Virtuoso Mr. Gary Curtin.
The Lourdes Brass band are delighted to announce a Master Musicans’s Concert featuring Mr. Gary Curtin and the Lourdes Brass Band.
Gary is the Principal Euphonium player with the World renowned “Fodens Band” who are currently ranked as the third best Brass Band in the World.
Gary will be working with member of the Lourdes Brass Band culminating in a concert on September 13th in St. Peter’s COI community hall. With the worlds elite talent on show, this promises to be one of the musical highlights of the year.
Concert tickets are available from any Band member or contact our secretary by email: secretary@lourdesbrassband.com
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Just scan the QR code or click on the link to request to join the group.
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We would love to see you at our performances.
Only the Lourdes Brass Band group admin can post to group, so notifications are kept to a minimum for all members.
Thanks too all for supporting the Lourdes Band today at the Millmount Heritage Day.
Our new debutante musicians really did themselves and our Band proud.
Thanks to Mr.Tony Campbell for the photographs. Have a look at our gallery for more photos.
Senior Band:
• Holiday begins on return from Clonakilty.
- No rehearsal on Monday 8th July.
- Rehearsals resume on Monday 29th July.
Training Band (Mark's Class).
• Last rehearsal is Thursday 4th July.
• Rehearsals resume Monday 29th July.
School of Music classes - Tuesday evenings - Ged and Colin's classes.
• Last class is Tuesday 25th June.
• Class resumes on Tuesday 6th August.
The committee hopes all our members and their families enjoy their holidays.
Don't forget to get your, Lourdes Brass Band's Christmas Concert tickets.
Click the link below to the Droichead Arts Centre's, ticket booking office.
The Lourdes Brass Band, Getting Christmas off on the right note.
The Lourdes Brass Band are now recruiting new members. With a strong history of nurturing musical talent and providing a vibrant social community organisation. We invite anybody from age 8 upwards to come along and join us. No musical experience is necessary
Located:
19 Bachelors Lane,
Drogheda,
Co.Louth,
A92 ET27
Why not come along any Tuesday evening between 7.30-8.30pm and allow us develop your musical skills and talent.
Please feel free to register your interest in joining our Band using the electronic link attached:
https://form.jotformeu.com/92192987981375
It is with sadness that we receive the news of the passing of Mr. Seamuus Brannigan.
Seamus has been a life long supporter of the Lourdes Band and was an ever present at our many local events.
We extend our deepest condolences to Seamus’s family, many of whom followed his love of music a legacy that can be seen through his family and grandchildren.
RIP Seamus
