FYCB FEATURED ON CLASSIC FM

Footscray Yarraville City Band’s Gala Concert to Shine on National Airwaves

The Footscray Yarraville City Band (FYCB) is thrilled to announce that their unforgettable November 2024 Gala Concert, recorded live at the Melbourne Recital Centre, will be re-broadcast on ABC Classic FM this Tuesday, March 25th, at 7:00pm.

Hot off the heels of a electrifying performance to over 78,000 fans at the MCG on Friday night—celebrating the Western Bulldogs’ Centenary—the FYCB is eager to share their 150th Celebration Concert with a national audience. Widely regarded as Australia’s premier brass band, FYCB marked over 150 years of continuous music-making in 2024 with a spectacular gala event at the Melbourne Recital Centre. The night featured superb collaborations with soloists from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra Victoria, and the world-renowned Cory Band, cementing the concert as a pinnacle moment in Australian brass banding.

Formed in 1869, the Footscray Yarraville City Band has deep roots in Melbourne’s western suburbs, proudly carrying the spirit of Footscray and Yarraville into every note. For over a century and a half, the band has been a cultural heartbeat of the region, promoting the vibrant talent and community pride of the west through music. From local celebrations to national stages, FYCB continues to showcase the richness of brass banding while inspiring new generations of musicians and audiences alike.

Tune in to ABC Classic FM on March 25th at 7:00pm to relive this historic performance—or catch it online via the ABC Listen app. Join us as we celebrate the sound of the west, resonating all over Austraila.

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