25th Anniversary Gala Concert
- The Great Hall, Reading University
- Saturday 26th September 2026
- 7:00pm (doors open at 6:15pm)
Join Trinity Concert Band for a spectacular evening celebrating 25 years of music-making at our Anniversary Gala Concert in the magnificent Great Hall at the University of Reading.
Our silver anniversary celebration features a thrilling programme spanning film music, orchestral classics and popular favourites. Highlights include the world premiere of a new wind band arrangement of Debbie Wiseman’s Elizabeth II, a beautiful performance of Gabriel’s Oboe by our principal oboist, a showcase from our talented clarinet ensemble, music by John Williams and The Beatles, and Shostakovich’s exhilarating Festive Overture.
The evening will also include the ceremonial cutting of our anniversary cake as we celebrate a quarter of a century of bringing live wind band music to Berkshire.
This concert is also the final opportunity in 2026 to support our charity partner, Parenting Special Children. Since December 2025, Trinity Concert Band audiences and supporters have helped raise more than £1,480 for this fantastic local charity.
Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or are discovering us for the first time, we’d love you to join us for what promises to be one of the most memorable concerts in our history.
Note: Newcomers’ Scheme tickets cannot be purchased online and must be reserved in advance by contacting the box office.
Tickets
- Adults: £15
- Children under 16: FREE
- Newcomers: FREE (terms & conditions apply; find out more about our Newcomers’ Scheme here).
Tickets can be purchased online or from our box office:
P: 0118 4492099
E: boxoffice@trinityband.co.uk
Tickets will also be available to purchase on the door, subject to availability – cards and cash accepted.
See full ticket terms and conditions here and frequently asked questions at the bottom of this page.
Venue
The Great Hall
Reading University
London Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 5AQ
Parking
Transport information can be found in this document provided by the University of Reading:
Accessibility
We know that some of our customers have specific mobility issues, disabilities or other needs. It is important to us that you are as comfortable as possible at our concerts, so we strive to be as accessible as possible to all.
Free Companion Tickets for Carers
Our admission policy admits one necessary companion, or carer, of a disabled visitor free of charge, on request, while the standard admission fee applies to the disabled visitor. Companion tickets must be reserved in advance via our box office.
Accessible Parking
Please see the parking information provided by the University of Reading: Guest Information – Events in the Great Hall
Venue Access
A low-incline ramp at the main entrance allows easy access to the venue.
Toilets
Accessible toilet facilities are available at ground floor level.
Seating
We are happy to reserve seats for those with limited mobility and arrange spaces for wheelchair users with seats for companions.
If you require an accessible seat or space for a wheelchair, please call 0118 4492099 or email boxoffice@trinityband.co.uk to make the necessary arrangements.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome. Please let us know when booking your tickets so we can offer appropriate seating where your dog can remain with you during the concert or, if you’d prefer, we will be happy to look after your dog in the foyer while you enjoy the performance.
If you plan to bring an assistance dog, please call 0118 4492099 or email boxoffice@trinityband.co.uk.
FAQs
No. Online booking fees are covered by Trinity Concert Band.
Tickets purchased online
Tickets purchased online will be emailed to you directly. The QR code on the tickets will be scanned on your arrival so you will need to print them at home or show them on your phone. If neither of these are an option for you, please contact our box office who will arrange for your tickets to be collected on the door.
Tickets purchased via the box office
Tickets purchased via our box office can be emailed to you to print at home or show on your phone on arrival. If you can’t receive the tickets via email our box office can arrange for your tickets to be collected on the door.
Due to restrictions in place at the Great Hall, we are unable to provide refreshments for this event. Please feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks if you would like. Alternatively, The Dairy Bar on campus is located in close proximity to the Great Hall for pre/post concert food or drink.
Yes. Unfortunately, we can only accept card payments for ticket sales. Raffle tickets must be paid for with cash. Each strip of five tickets costs £1.
Accessible toilet facilities are available at ground floor level just off the main hall.
Seating is unreserved except for:
- Members of the TCB Supporters scheme, who can reserve seats in their chosen area of the concert hall.
- Those with limited mobility issues, wheelchair users or those with pushchairs.