City & County Youth Wind Band FAQs
Important information about attending City & County Youth Wind Band (CCYWB) rehearsals and courses
We're looking forward to seeing you in the autumn term! We've listed everything we think you need to know before coming, but if you have any questions, scroll down to the bottom to see how to get in touch with us.
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The October course and concert
- When and where is the course?
Sunday 26 – Wednesday 29 October 2025 at Whitemoor Lakes Centre, nr. Lichfield
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- When to arrive
Please aim to arrive from 4.00pm, with rehearsals starting at 4.30pm.
- What to bring
Your instrument, a pencil for rehearsals, enough clothes for the duration of the course (including warm clothes in case it's cold or when we go outside), something to sleep in, toiletries, towel, concert clothes and any personal items or medications that are needed.
- Concert clothes
Black trousers and shoes with wind band polo shirts. New members can get a band polo on the day of the concert (£10).
- Concert
Wednesday 29 October at Whitemoor Lakes Centre.
- Concert tickets
£7 adults and £4 children (plus booking fee) available via Ticketsource (If you're asked to enter a password use CCYWB TICKETS)
- Contacting us during the course
If you need to contact us during the course or in an emergency, you can call us on:
07812 473069
Answers to common questions
- Can parents stay and watch some of the course?
Unfortunately, we cannot host parents at the course other than during check in.
- Are there any refreshments outside of meals on residential courses?
There will be basic refreshments available to buy. Water and hot drinks will be provided.
- Does anything need to be prepared in advance?
Unless you are sent repertoire in advance specifically, participants do not need to prepare anything before attending.
- Can over 18s drink alcohol / smoke?
Smoking and drinking is not allowed on the residential site at all.
- Can my child bring a friend?
Unfortunately not for this course, but they are welcome to apply for an audition for the next course.
- How do we get tickets to the concert?
£7 adults and £4 children (plus booking fee) available via Ticketsource (If you're asked to enter a password use CCYWB TICKETS)
Payments
- How do I make an online payment?
Please do this using Derbyshire County Council's payment service. This link is in your confirmation email too.
- Can I pay on arrival?
Unfortunately, we cannot accept cash or card payments when the course starts.
- I think something has gone wrong with my payment, what do I do?
Please contact us using our enquiries form for CCYWB participants and families (below).
Do you need to get in touch with us?
If you need to get in touch with us about something before the rehearsal or course, please contact us using our enquiries form for participants.
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