There are currently five Brass Bands run by the Music Centre. The bands are graded to suit the ability of the players. Each band makes regular performances at a variety of venues. All bands are staffed by experienced professional musicians and considerate training and advice is always at hand. The full list of brass ensembles are:-
| Ensemble |
Practice Day |
Practice Time |
Approximate Standard |
| Little Lever Beginner Brass Band |
Thursday |
3.30 - 4.30pm |
Grades 0 - 3 |
| Bolton Beginner Brass Band |
Wednesday |
5.30 -6.30pm |
Grades 0 - 1 |
| Bolton Junior Brass Band |
Wednesday |
6.30 - 8.00pm |
Grades 1 - 3 |
| Bolton Intermediate Brass Band |
Wednesday |
6.45 - 9.00pm |
Grades 3 - 5 |
| Bolton Youth Brass Band |
Wednesday |
6.30 - 9.00pm |
Grades 5 - 8+ |