Music is a vehicle for youth development
At Field Band Foundation (FBF), music is a vehicle for youth development. FBF is dedicated to uplifting and inspiring young individuals through the power and joy of music and performance.
Recognized for its vibrant marching band performances that combine music, dance, and colour, the Field Band Foundation offers a platform for personal and community development, utilizing the arts to foster life skills and societal engagement among the youth. Although not professionally trained, our young band members showcase their musical mastery through passionate performances trained by ear.
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Various types of events
As the Foundation expands its reach and impact, one of its core offerings includes booking band performances for various types of events. This service is aligned with its mission to empower young performers while also offering a unique entertainment solution to schools, communities, and event organizers nationwide.
To cater to the diverse needs and settings of prospective clients, the Field Band Foundation offers three primary avenues to engage a band:
Community Bands
These are neighbourhood-specific bands that bring a festive mood and local flavour to events, and are great for community gatherings and festivals.
National Band
This is our showcase band, comprised of experienced Field Band tutors and staff. This band has wide recognition, suitable for major events and galas that require a significant draw.
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In a world where music is enjoyed as a performance, the Field Band Foundation (FBF)* is delighted to offer you the unique opportunity to host a band performance that resonates with energy, enthusiasm, and empowerment.
FBF performances are vibrant spectacles – a feast for the eyes and the soul. Our band members, though not professionally trained performers, are masters of infectious joy, and every chord they strike is a testament to their dedication to delighting your students and faculty alike.
Each FBF performance is an opportunity for our band members to shine, fostering skills and affirming values that echo beyond the musical field. By inviting us to perform, you’re contributing towards supporting young people to become responsible and active citizens through the transformative power of musicking.
At our band, inclusivity is paramount. Our experienced tutors not only teach band members how to play instruments but also emphasize the importance of teamwork and building confidence. Through this holistic approach, we foster personal development, modelling the values of collaboration, discipline, and dedication that extend well beyond musical.
Through the Field Band experience, we bring a hands-on approach to learning. This learning is a lifelong process of life skills and music. Students are not just taught the foundational aspects of music but are engaged in an immersive educational experience. They learn the nuances of various instruments, the dynamics of performing in a group, and the discipline of regular practice. This all-round approach ensures growth both as individual musicians and as unified band members.
Our bands create ripples that extend far beyond the field grounds. Through performances at events and community gatherings, our bands become local ambassadors, showcasing the power of music to unify and elevate spirits. A field band striding in colour and rhythm is not just a visual spectacle; it’s a testament of a commitment to arts and a finer echo of educational ethos.
We understand the pressurised schedules of events. That’s why our booking process is streamlined for convenience. Simply submit your request at least 7 working days in advance, and we’ll be in touch to tailor a joyful, theme-appropriate performance for your event.
Reach out to us today to bring the joy of music to your space – where every note played is a step towards empowering the leaders of tomorrow.