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.
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