PILL FESTIVAL BAND
Making music in the heart of the community
Bringing people together through the joy of music since 2009, Pill Festival Band welcomes musicians of all ages and abilities to learn, play and perform in the heart of North Somerset.
JOIN US TODAY
How to get involved
Join us to make music
Whether you’ve been playing for years, picking up an instrument again or are just beginning, we’d love to meet you.
Come along to one of our rehearsals, get in touch by email or ask around the village. You’ll always find a warm welcome, and there’s no pressure to join until you’re ready.
Come to an event
Come and enjoy some live music at one of our upcoming festivals and community events.
We love seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones.
If our rendition of Baggy Trousers gets everyone up and dancing again, even better.
Young people
We want music to be accessible to every young person.
Under-18s and full-time students play for free.
If the cost of an instrument is a barrier, our Funding Support initiative may be able to help – just get in touch.
ABOUT PILL FESTIVAL BAND
Our Story
Pill Festival Band began in 2009 – started by Chris Roach – as part of the Pill Music Festival, aiming to encourage more live music locally and give people the chance to play together.
Since then, we’ve grown into an independent community band that continues to welcome new members, support young musicians and perform at events across Pill and the surrounding area.
WHY JOIN US
Five Reasons to come along
Everyone’s welcome. There are no auditions, and you don’t need to be an expert.
Make music together. Rehearse, learn new pieces and experience the pleasure of playing as part of a band.
Build skills and confidence: Develop as a musician and get more comfortable playing and performing.
Be part of your community: Meet new people, make friends and perform at festivals, concerts and community events.
It’s easy for young people to get involved: Membership is free for under-18s and full-time students, with instruments available to borrow.
FESTIVALS, CONCERTS AND PERFORMANCES
Upcoming events
8th
NOV
- 10:00am
- St George's Church, Easton-in-Gordano
Sunday 8th November 2026
Pill Festival Band are proud to accompany the annual Remembrance Service, playing incidental music, accompanying the hymns and performing the Last Post. All are welcome to attend.
14th
DEC
- 7:00pm
- St George's Church Hall, Easton-in-Gordano
Monday 14th December 2026
Come and hear what we’ve been working on! Our informal end of term concert is a chance to enjoy an evening of music with the band, followed by refreshments. Entry is free – all welcome.
SPONSORED MUSIC LESSONS
Funded lessons for children
Through our sponsorship programme, we support children and young people to access formal music education. If you’re under 18 and would like to get involved, or you know a young person who might enjoy making music with us, we’d love to hear from you.
Join the band
Whether you’re joining us at an event or on stage, we’d love to hear from you.