One of the oldest continuously active brass bands in Scotland, Penicuik Silver Band has been making music since 1835 — making them nearly two centuries young. The band has deep roots in the Midlothian town of Penicuik, just ten miles south of Edinburgh, and has been a cornerstone of the local community ever since. 

Founded in 2005, EUBB holds the proud distinction of being Scotland's only university brass band. Now into their third decade of banding, they celebrated their 20th anniversary last year with a special concert at Surgeon's Hall. They're in the middle of their preparations for this summer's Whit Friday marches, and we're very glad they're able to stop off at Saughton before they go.

Based in South Queensferry on the banks of the Forth, Queensferry Community Brass Band grew from a school brass band formed in the 1970s. While the band have a strong contesting history, they're also a well-loved fixture at local events including the famous Ferry Fair and the Queensferry Christmas Pageant.

Edinburgh Brass Band round things off on the final Sunday. Founded in 2011 as a new community band for Edinburgh's city centre, EBB has grown into a well-known and much-loved part of Edinburgh's musical landscape. The band love bringing the joy of live brass music to audiences across the city — whether it's in concerts, parks, or the historic Saughton Gardens Bandstand!