YP Band
The Parramatta YP (Young Peoples) Band is a brass band and was formed in 1944, its main objective is to provide a medium in which young people can worship God (through the playing of brass instruments) and also partake in fellowship with other like-minded young men and women. The band is made up of young people ranging from ages 7 to 23 and has experienced varying levels of membership over the years. In previous years up to 35 players were regularly involved, but currently there are more like 12-14. It currently consists of:
- 7 Cornets
- 2 Tenor Horns
- 1 Baritone
- 1 Euphonium
- 1 Trombone
- 1 EEb Bass
The Parramatta YP Band has toured all around New South Wales, this usually consists of a Saturday night concert, followed by a worship service at the local Salvation Army Corps on the Sunday morning.
The current YP Bandleader is Mark Roberts. He has been in this role since October 2005.
Read more about this topic: The Salvation Army, Parramatta
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