Mill Creek Colliery Band
The Mill Creek Colliery Band is a traditional British-style brass band based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The band consists of an enthusiastic group of local professional and amateur musicians dedicated to promoting excellence in brass banding throughout western Canada.
The band offers an exciting season of subscription concerts and is available upon request to perform at other venues and events. We invite you to explore our website.
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- May 9th, 2026 – Brass Roots 2: The Early 20th CenturyA Special Mother’s Day Weekend Experience Celebrate music, history and Mother’s Day weekend with the Mill Creek Colliery Band as we continue our Brass Roots concert series exploring the history and evolution of the brass band. On Saturday, May 9th, we continue the journey with music from the early twentieth century – a period when brass band music began to emerge as an art form in its own right. This year, we’re delighted to offer a two-concert format, including a warm and welcoming afternoon performance perfect for celebrating Mother’s Day. Treat the mothers and caregivers in your life to a relaxed, family-friendly concert experience, followed by tea, coffee, and light refreshments. This program features two landmark works written specifically for brass band competition: Labour and Love by Percy Fletcher and Moorside Suite by Gustav Holst. These pioneering compositions helped establish a new repertoire beyond arrangements, showcasing music written for the unique sound and power of the brass band. Alongside these classics, the program explores music inspired by the Salvation Army tradition of the same era, reflecting the social and temperance movements closely tied to early brass band culture. Audiences will also enjoy beloved British repertoire including Sea Songs by Ralph Vaughan Williams and the iconic hymn Jerusalem. Experience the bold, stirring sounds of a musical tradition coming into its own.
- February 28th: Brass Roots: The Heritage of the Brass BandJoin the Mill Creek Colliery Band for our presentation of Brass Roots: The Heritage of the Brass Band on Saturday, February 28 at All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral, 10035 103st NW. Performance begins at 7:30PM. Experience the origins of the British brass band tradition. The Mill Creek Colliery Band presents Brass Roots: The Heritage of the Brass Band, the first concert in a new series exploring the history and evolution of brass band music. This program focuses on the 19th-century roots of the genre, featuring classic operatic and orchestral works transcribed and reimagined for brass, showcasing the power, colour, and storytelling that defined the early brass band movement. Join us for an evening of rich history, bold sound, and timeless music. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. | Concert at 7:30 p.m. CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets ahead of time, or bring cash/card to the door on the day of the concert! Pricing GST will be added to your ticket(s) at checkout. Adult: $25 Senior (65+): $20 Student (18−25): $20 Students must present valid student ID at the door. Child (18 & Under): Free!
- December 13th – Merry & BrightTickets available HERE through Edmonton Arts Council. Join Mill Creek Colliery Band for their presentation of Merry & Bright on Saturday, December 13 at St. Andrews United Church, 9915 148 St NW. Performance begins at 7:30PM. Celebrate the season with the Mill Creek Colliery Band at “Merry & Bright”, a festive concert featuring your favorite holiday tunes with a lively, brassy twist- and plenty of audience participation! Join in on a holiday carol singalong and make it a truly memorable evening. This family-friendly performance promises an evening of classic holiday music, performed with the energy and warmth that only a community brass band can deliver. Bring the whole family and introduce young music lovers to the joy of live performance, admission is completely free for youth 18 and under. The Mill Creek Colliery Band is proud to be supported by the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) and the Edmonton Arts Council, helping bring live music to the community. Don’t miss this festive celebration. Sing along to your favorite carols and enjoy sparkling brassy renditions of beloved seasonal favorites! Due to the volume of colliery bands, hearing protection for younger children is recommended. The Mill Creek Colliery Band (MCCB) seeks to promote the British brass band tradition in Western Canada, employing all the traditional instruments of that ensemble. The name of the band pays homage to the historical connection between 19th century working class northern England, and the brass bands which flourished during that time. The name also refers to a prominent ravine area in Edmonton, itself the site of important coal mining activity in the early days.
- Proms for Moms – May 10, 2025Join the Mill Creek Colliery Band on Mother’s Day weekend! May 10th marks the end of our 2024 – 2025 season, and we are closing it out with a celebration of moms plus a modern take on our traditional salute to the Proms. Make sure to join us…. and bring Mom along! Tickets at the Door or in advance at https://www.edmontonarts.ca/event/mill-creek-colliery-band-presents-proms-for-moms