The Quarterjacks Marching Band – Wimborne’s Town Band

Music has always been part of Wimborne’s story.

Today, The Quarterjacks Marching Band proudly serves as Wimborne’s Town Band, representing our town across Dorset, throughout the UK and, on occasion, overseas. Every performance carries the name of Wimborne with pride, whether we are leading a parade through our own streets or marching in front of thousands of spectators further afield.

But our story didn’t begin with The Quarterjacks.

Our roots stretch back through the Dorset Youth Marching Band and, before that, the East Dorset Scout Band, organisations that introduced generations of young people to music, teamwork, discipline and lifelong friendships. Each generation has built upon the last, creating the band you see today.

Our connection with Wimborne runs even deeper.

The current Band Master proudly continues a family tradition that spans generations. His great-grandfather, together with his brothers, were members of the original Wimborne Town Band, creating an unbroken link between the town’s musical past and its future. It is a heritage we are incredibly proud to preserve.

Music for Everyone

We believe music should be accessible to everyone.

Whether you’re eight or eighty, an experienced musician or someone who has never picked up an instrument before, there is a place for you in our band. We welcome people from every background and every walk of life who simply share one thing in common – a love of music and a willingness to learn.

We don’t expect perfection.

We provide encouragement, training and support, helping members develop not only as musicians but also as confident, responsible individuals.

Many members arrive with little or no musical experience. They leave with skills that stay with them for life.

More Than Music

Being part of The Quarterjacks is about far more than learning to play an instrument.

Our members develop confidence, commitment, discipline, teamwork and resilience through rehearsals, marching, public performances and representing Wimborne with pride.

Marching together teaches responsibility.

Performing together builds confidence.

Supporting one another creates friendships that often last a lifetime.

For many of our younger members, the band becomes an extended family where everyone is encouraged to achieve their best.

Representing Wimborne

Wherever we perform, we proudly wear Wimborne’s name.

From local carnivals, civic events and remembrance services to national celebrations and prestigious invitation-only parades, we are ambassadors for our town.

Every engagement is an opportunity to showcase not only our music but also the community spirit that makes Wimborne such a special place.

Our members volunteer countless hours each year, giving back to the community through performances that bring people together and create lasting memories.

WHERE TO FIND US

THE QUARTERJACKS

WHEN

Every Wednesday at Allendale Community Centre.

We practise between 7:30PM – 9PM.

WHERE

Allendale Community Centre

Hanham Rd, Wimborne Minster, Wimborne BH21 1AS

HELLO

We look forward to welcoming you along.

Come and see what the Quarterjacks is all about!

Investing in the Next Generation

Unlike many organisations, we believe that cost should never prevent someone from joining.

We provide instruments.

We provide uniforms.

We provide tuition and opportunities.

This removes many of the financial barriers that might otherwise stop someone discovering a lifelong passion for music.

However, it also means that maintaining the band comes at a significant cost.

Instruments require regular maintenance and eventual replacement. Uniforms need updating as members grow. Transport to performances across the country, rehearsal facilities, music, equipment and insurance all require continual investment.

Fundraising isn’t simply about keeping the band going.

It’s about ensuring that every young person—and every adult—who wants to be part of our musical family has the opportunity to do so.

LOVE WHAT YOU SEE? WE ARE RECRUITING!

The Quarterjacks are Recruiting!

Come and see what the Quarterjacks are all about!

We enjoy attending a range of events including carnivals, social events and annual trips to France & Devon.

For generations, music has brought people together in Wimborne.

Today, The Quarterjacks continue that tradition, proudly carrying the town’s name wherever we perform while inspiring the next generation of musicians.

With your support, we can ensure that this remarkable story continues for many years to come.

Together, we can keep Wimborne marching forward.

How You Can Help?

Every donation, sponsorship or act of support helps secure the future of one of Wimborne’s longest-standing musical traditions.

By supporting The Quarterjacks, you are helping to:

•⁠ ⁠Give young people positive opportunities through music.
•⁠ ⁠Preserve an important part of Wimborne’s cultural heritage.
•⁠ ⁠Enable performances that promote Wimborne across the UK and beyond.
•⁠ ⁠Provide instruments and uniforms for those who otherwise couldn’t afford them.
•⁠ ⁠Keep live music, community spirit and tradition alive for future generations.

Whether you are an individual, a local business or an organisation looking to invest in your community, your support makes a genuine difference.

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