World-famous Black Dyke Band partner with Sheffield church

The world-famous Black Dyke Band are once again partnering with The Salvation Army in Sheffield to put on a special concert this November. 

The brass band, currently in the top five bands in the world, has developed a special relationship with Sheffield Citadel Salvation Army, on Psalter Lane, over the past 11 years and will be performing at the church on Thursday 14 November 2024 at 7.30pm. 

Black Dyke Band has been entertaining crowds at the Psalter Lane church most years since 2013, with high quality programmes that always include a variety of well-known and popular music from across the genres. The band also features an ode to The Salvation Army’s rich heritage of brass band music. 

The church and charity is synonymous with brass banding, with the Sheffield church’s own band entering its 154th year in 2025, continuing to provide music for worship services and host concerts. 

Any profits made from this special concert will go directly to helping The Salvation Army continue to support those most in need in Sheffield, providing food parcels, Christmas presents, and much more. 

Keith Wileman, Bandmaster of Sheffield Citadel Band, said: “We are thrilled to be welcoming the world-famous Black Dyke Band back into our hall for what we know will be another special concert. 

“This is a partnership between the band and The Salvation Army that continues to go from strength to strength – we love hosting them and hearing their top-quality music, and we know they enjoy coming each year, especially for the half time ice creams! 

“Even if you’re not usually into the brass band scene, this truly is a concert for all, featuring great music from some of the best musicians of their kind in the world. We can’t wait to welcome you all." 

Nicholas Childs, Musical Director of the Black Dyke Band, said: “Our annual concert at The Salvation Army in Sheffield is very special to the band and has become a mainstay of our busy calendar. 

“We always receive a warm welcome from the church and it is a very enjoyable evening of music making for the band. It is also great to be able to dip into the wonderful musical heritage that The Salvation Army has, playing pieces from some of the greatest composers of the brass band world.” 

As winter approaches, the town centre air will soon be filled with Sheffield Citadel Band playing Christmas carols outside the Town Hall, an activity that marks the start of Christmas for many. 

You can find more information on the concert and buy your tickets, here