Mission Statement

The mission of the SFBB is to represent the San Francisco Bay Area and the traditional British Brass Band genre both nationally and internationally, through exceptional musical performance, community outreach to improve access to high-quality performing arts, and promotion of traditionally underrepresented composers and performers.

Core Values

Performance Excellence and Education

Continuously improve technical and musical growth of Band members with expansive clinic, sectional, performance, and competition opportunities. Promote the visibility and enjoyment of the traditional British Brass Band genre by providing educational opportunities for community members via playing and listening events (e.g., community outreach concerts, community band, youth band). Become a prominent performing arts group in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond by building the reputation of quality and professionalism.

Integrity and Respect 

Build a family atmosphere within our organization by respecting, supporting, and promoting each other, fostering teamwork, acting with integrity, and creating a safe space so individuals can give and receive constructive feedback to learn and grow. Balance the seriousness of our mission, business, and craft with the lightness of the joy of working and making music together.

Diversity and Inclusion

Seek out and welcome a diverse Band membership. Engrain processes (e.g., auditions) that support equity. Promote the voices of traditionally underrepresented composers through intentional music selection, commissioning, and performance.

Community

Proactively foster relationships within the San Francisco Bay Area musical community and the broader global Brass Banding community via outreach, collaboration, and joint performances.

Business Stewardship

Ensure the longevity and solvency of the SFBB organization by practicing fiduciary responsibility and sustainability, taking smart risks, and being stewards of our organization.