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10/01/2025

The HAC Band are back following the New Year, commencing with The HAC Salon Orchestra providing musical support to The London Government Dinner yesterday evening at Mansion House.

Hosted by The Lord Mayor of London, Alderman Alastair King and attended by Rt Hon Sir Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, the dinner was an opportunity for leaders, mayors, and chief executives to come together to celebrate the work taking place across London and to discuss the challenges and opportunities that present themselves in the year ahead.

31/12/2024

The HAC Band has had a busy year, supporting a wide range of engagements, including regimental events, dinners, state banquets and visits hosted by the Lord Mayor of London at Mansion House, in addition to overseas deployments to Italy and Pakistan. Each week has been dedicated to providing musical support to the wider Armed Forces through ensembles, the salon orchestra, and the full band. With 2025 approaching, The HAC Band is prepared for another full schedule of commitments.

18/12/2024

The HAC Band added a touch of festive spirit to the city last weekend, performing a selection of carols on the steps of St. Paul’s Cathedral. The music drew the attention of passersby, creating a merry atmosphere in the heart of the city.

Images: LCpl Brown

15/12/2024

We are pleased to welcome trumpet and cornet player, Musn David Edmonds to The HAC Band.

Musn Edmonds developed his musical trade through The Salvation Army where he grew up playing cornet and later started to compose for their brass band journals. Having studied composition at the University of Hertfordshire David has continued to compose and enjoy music-making within the brass band world. David also plays for the Household Troops Band of the Salvation Army where he is also one of their resident composers with music regularly featured in concerts and recordings.

David has always been drawn to military music and has been inspired by public events such as the Festival of Remembrance and the Scarlet and Gold concerts. "I am looking forward to many years of great music making with The Honourable Artillery Company Band, and getting opportunities to make music in ways I have only been able to enjoy from the sidelines."

Welcome Musn Edmonds!

Image: LSgt Wild

13/12/2024

The HAC Band were proud to perform at The The Meath Epilepsy Charity Christmas Carol Concert on Monday evening at St Clement Danes Church in London. The Choir of St Clement Danes, The HAC Band and The Meath Choir assisted by the Godalming Jazz Choir bought the congregation together to sing carols and celebrate Christmas.

The profits raised from the concert will benefit the Meath network of support services for people living with epilepsy and associated disabilities.

Images: Hugh Mitchell

12/12/2024

Hear The HAC Band play festive carols on the steps of St Pauls Cathedral – Saturday 14th December 11am

09/12/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended our Christmas Concert at St Mary Magdalene, Richmond Team Ministry on Saturday afternoon!

It was a wonderful way to begin the festive season, filled with music, singing, and joyful participation from the audience.

If you are interested in life as an Army Reserve Musician, we are currently recruiting. Contact The HAC Band PSI to find out more: [email protected]

Images: LSgt Wild

07/12/2024

Congratulations to CSgt Quick who has been awarded the prestigious ‘Captain General’s Prize’ at The Honourable Artillery Company 2024 Regimental Prize Giving.

The Captain General’s Prize, also known as ‘The King’s Prize’, is awarded for outstanding service to the regiment during the year, regardless of rank or length of service. The prize consists of a unique badge, an illuminated copy of the Regimental history embossed by the Royal Library and a cheque from the Privy Purse. The unique badge, incorporating the Royal Cypher, is worn on No. 1 (Ceremonial), No. 2 (Service) and No. 10 (Mess) Dress.

CSgt Quick joined The Band of The Scots Guards in 1991 and served until December 2007, with his last day coinciding with the final ‘Changing of the Guard’ at Chelsea Barracks. His career in the Household Division naturally included highlights such as Trooping the Colour, performing at the Cenotaph, and Festival of Remembrance. Notable moments also included the 1997 handover of Hong Kong and forming part of the funeral procession of the late Queen Mother.

In 2010, Quick joined The HAC where he has enjoyed participating in tours to Pakistan, Boston, and Los Angeles. His service also included providing musical support to the Proclamation of HRH King Charles III and the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

CSgt Quick’s citation supporting his award, stated that he is ‘one of the band’s most highly accomplished performers and a go to soloist. Quick has successfully qualified as an Advanced Drill Instructor and put his skills to great effect on the regimental tour in Monte Cassino, Italy, gaining recognition from the Commanding Officer for his valued and critical contribution. Quick also advises on every Past Out Parade and Guard of Honour.’

“I'm very shocked and humbled to be presented with the Captain General’s Prize for 2024, but very grateful to those who put their trust in me both within The HAC Band and the wider Regimental family.” CSgt Quick
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Additionally, The HAC Band were also delighted recipients of the Regimental ‘Jock Cup’ which is awarded to the best Squadron and is judged on collective commitment, achievement, esprit de corps and turnout.

Congratulations all!

05/12/2024

Join us this Saturday, on 7th December 2024 at St Mary Magdalene, Richmond Team Ministry. The HAC Band return to Richmond for a Christmas Carol Concert full of singing and festival music!

2.30pm | FREE ENTRY

03/12/2024

The HAC Salon Orchestra had the pleasure of providing musical support to the ‘CGS Reception’ last week, welcoming the newly appointed Chief of General Staff, British Army - General Sir Roland Walker to Armoury House.

General Walker who also serves as President of the Honourable Artillery Company, Army Rugby and Army Winter Sports delivered a speech to guests before the evening proceedings continued.

01/12/2024

Congratulations to LCpl Stringer on being selected to represent the UK Armed Forces Golf Team against the British Police Team at Mottram Hall, Cheshire.

Over two days of competition in October, the team achieved a well-deserved victory. This is a remarkable accomplishment and a testament to LCpl Stringer's skill.

26/11/2024

Thank you to Abbott Music Studio for this memento of The HAC Band's visit to The Pakistan Army School of Music in Abbottabad this month. Band members had a thoroughly enjoyable experience performing alongside the military musicians at their wonderful facility.

25/11/2024

Join us on Saturday 7th December 2024 at St Mary Magdalene, Richmond Team Ministry. The HAC Band return to Richmond for a Christmas Carol Concert full of singing and festival music!

2.30pm | FREE ENTRY

19/11/2024

St Barbara’s Day Concert - French Horn Recital

Join us at St James’ Garlickhythe, EC4V 2AF on Thursday 28th November at 1:05 PM for a special lunchtime performance.

The HAC Horns will present a delightful programme of solo French Horn music accompanied by organ and piano, featuring the first movement of Gordon Jacob’s Concerto for Horn and Strings.

Bring your lunch and enjoy a musical experience in the heart of the City. Free Entry.

18/11/2024

The HAC Band tour in Pakistan culminated in two ‘King’s Birthday Parties’ for His Majesty, King Charles III. Hosted at The British High Commission, Islamabad and at The Deputy High Commission, Karachi by High Commissioner Jane Marriott , the band provided musical support to both spectacular events attended by dignitaries and representatives from Pakistan and the UK

In Islamabad, the band performed Major Bruce Miller’s arrangement of the Pakistani Coke Studios hit ‘Blockbuster’ and were joined on stage by the original singers to make the performance extra special. With the themes of ‘Best of British’ and ‘Glastonbury’, it was a great way to bring our tour to a close.

Images: LSgt Wild
UK in Pakistan

15/11/2024

Continuing our tour in Pakistan, The HAC Band had the pleasure of visiting the Islamabad College for Boys where over 600 children and their teachers gathered.

As the band arrived, the combined Islamabad Girls College Corps of Drums performed for the students, teachers and band members before the band played a selection of music including the popular Pakistani hit ‘Pasoori’ which had the audience cheering throughout.

After the performances, the students were eager to spend time with the band, speaking about our time here in Pakistan. Thank you to The Islamabad College for Boys for hosting us!

Images: LSgt Wild
UK in Pakistan

14/11/2024

As part of our visit to Pakistan, The HAC Band welcomed the opportunity to visit the Army School of Music in Abbottabad. After a tour of their state of the art facilities, Pakistan Army Music students and members of The HAC Band spent time creating music together before performing a combined programme for senior officers of the military music school.

We are also joined by four members of the The Household Division here in Pakistan: LSgt Clarke Band of the Coldstream Guards (Euphonium), LSgt Brady The Band Of The Welsh Guards (Cornet), LCpl MacKenzie (Clarinet) and LCpl Moss from Band of the Scots Guards (Cornet). It is great to have them with us on this tour.

Images: LSgt Wild
UK in Pakistan

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Videos

The HAC Band Visit Pakistan Army School of Music in Abbottabad

The HAC Band - Royal Exchange Remembrance Sunday 2024

After observing a two minute silence, The HAC Band provided musical support for the Remembrance Sunday service, leading the procession from St. Paul’s Cathedral to The Royal Exchange. There, the newly appointed Lord Mayor of London, the HAC Regimental Colonel, and City dignitaries laid wreaths at the London War Memorial, as the band played solemn, reflective music under the portico. Video: O McAuliffe

British Army Band Catterick - Dobcross 2024

In May, CSgt Quick assisted British Army Band Catterick in the famous 'Whit Friday' Brass Band Contests. Whit Friday, meaning "white Friday," is observed on the first Friday after Pentecost or Whitsun. This day holds cultural significance for the brass band community, with bands performing in villages across the Saddleworth and Oldham areas. The band prepared for the day by rehearsing with Garry Cutt, the renowned brass band conductor and adjudicator. Although the band did not compete in the Deportment Prizes, their efforts paid off as they secured 7th place at Grotton and 4th place at Dobcross, earning a small prize and a cup for being the Best Unregistered Band. Enjoy their performance of William Rimmer’s march ‘Ravenswood’ in Dobcross.

The HAC Band - Active Officers Dinner 2024

Earlier this month, at the Active Officers Dinner at Armoury House, The HAC Band opened their beating retreat with ‘Great Little Army’, a stirring 1916 march by Kenneth Alford, commemorating the British Army's bravery in WWI. This classic march resonated powerfully around Artillery Garden. Video: Sgt Shellard

A Most Wonderful Christmas’ arr. Robert Sheldon - The HAC Band

The HAC Band were proud to perform at The Meath Epilepsy Charity Christmas Carol Service on Monday evening, at St Clement Danes Church on The Strand in London. The audience enjoyed performances from The Choir of St Clement Danes, The HAC Band and The Meath Choir assisted by the Godalming Jazz Choir who bought the congregation together to sing carols and to celebrate Christmas. The profits raised from the concert benefit the Meath network of support services for people living with epilepsy and associated disabilities. Our performance of ‘A Most Wonderful Christmas’ arr. Robert Sheldon bought the concert to a close, and the audience to their feet in a standing ovation. Video: Musn Brown

The HAC Band - Richmond December 2023

Enjoy a selection of music from our recent Christmas concert at St Mary Magdalene, Richmond Team Ministry. In addition to Christmas carols, the band performed festive music including ‘A Christmas Suite’ - David Barker, 'Concert Suite from The Polar Express' – Jerry Brubaker and 'A Most Wonderful Christmas' arr. Robert Sheldon. Video: Musn Brown

Join us on Saturday 2nd December 2023 at St Mary Magdalene Church, Richmond. The HAC Band return to Richmond for a Christmas Carol Concert full of singing and festival music! 2.30pm | FREE ENTRY

Belgium Tour 2023 - The Band of The Honourable Artillery Company

Enjoy highlights from The HAC Band’s recent tour to Belgium, where the band performed at a number of significant locations including the Lion's Mound - Memorial of the Battle of Waterloo, Hougoumont Farm and St George’s Memorial Church in Ypres. If you are interested in life as an Army Reserve Musician, we are currently recruiting. Contact The HAC Band PSI to find out more: [email protected] Video: Musn Brown

Mary Poppins Returns arr. Michael Brown | The Band of The Honourable Artillery Company

Last week, The HAC Band had the pleasure of performing at St Mary Magdalene, Richmond Team Ministry. The Christmas concert was filled with carols and rousing music to embrace the festive spirit. The final piece ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ was dedicated to Charles Stiller, a friend of The HAC Band and brought the concert to a magical close. Interested in life as an Army Musician? We are currently recruiting - contact us about the joining process. Video: Musn Brown