2024 Uckfield Proms on the Pitch
Save the date for Proms on the Pitch 2025 – 13 July!
A musical celebration for the whole family led by Uckfield Concert Brass with spectacular fireworks finale!
2024 was the sixth year for the Uckfield Proms and the event was bigger and better than ever!
The evening closed with a traditional Last Night of the Proms, led by Uckfield Concert Brass, Andrew Rees and Uckfield Singers with a grand finale spectacular fireworks display.
Save the date for Proms on the Pitch 2025 – 13 July!
The Performers at POTP 2024
Andrew Rees
Andrew has performed all over the world at some of the most prestigious stages, including Sydney Opera House, Rome, Paris, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Prague, Zurich and the QEII. His impressive career includes numerous performances at the Royal Opera House, English National Opera, and Welsh National Opera. Andrew has collaborated with many of the world’s foremost conductors, such as Sir Charles Mackerras, Sir Antonio Pappano, Sir Simon Rattle, Sir Mark Elder, Sakari Oramo, Donald Runnicles, Daniele Gatti, and Edward Gardner.
A versatile artist, Andrew has premiered three roles in operas by Jonathan Dove and originated the character of Dr. Yes in Mark-Anthony Turnage’s Anna Nicole at the Royal Opera House.
Andrew’s foundational training took place at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester and the Guildhall School of Music & Drama in London. He began his professional journey with the Glyndebourne Chorus, where he was honoured with the Erich Vietheer Prize.
In addition to his performing career, Andrew serves as the Musical Director at St. Peter’s Church, Chailey, and is a sought-after teacher and coach, working with students across the globe, including in Hong Kong.
Recently, audiences enjoyed his performance at St Mary’s, Newick, in the acclaimed concert Bubbles and Broadway with his wife, Jo Appleby.
Uckfield Concert Brass
Your very own town band! We regularly perform in the town, across the south of England and beyond… UCB look forward to performing for you and bringing this wonderful afternoon of music and entertainment to a close.
The Flat Pack
The Flat Pack are a male vocal harmony group that perform songs in tribute to The Rat Pack and Swing music, with solos and duets thrown into the mix. They were formed as close friends who grew up in the theatre world which gives them the natural edge of on-stage-banter as part of their performances. In 2019 they were the first trio to get a turn from the judges on The Voice UK which took them on a journey never to be forgotten. The ideal act to either sit back and enjoy with a drink, or get up and dance to!
The Fabulous Red Diesel
Raw soul with Bush/Mitchel-esque lyrics over the grooviest arrangements of original funk, latin, soul, gypsy punk and swing. There are trumpets, a flute and even a tuba when one is required. You come away from a gig feeling like you have met friends, the vibe is so infectious. You will smile like a loon, sing along and dance like nobody’s watching.
The Fabulous Red Diesel have suported James Taylor Quartet, been playlisted on Jazz FM and performed at Ronnie Scott’s, the Cheltenham, Sidmouth and Rye Jazz festivals amongst many others.
Uckfield Singers
The largest not-for-profit Community choir in Uckfield, the Uckfield Singers were formed in 2007. The Singers are a large 4-part harmony choir of mixed ability singers with a wide age range. They are based at The Belmont Centre and If you would like to join them please get in touch via https://www.uckfieldsingers.co.uk/.
Uckfield Community Orchestra
We are a friendly orchestra for adults and children over nine, catering for less experienced players. Our music is up to Grade
Five level, with easier parts for most pieces.
We meet on Wednesdays in term time at Forester’s Hall in Uckfield. New members are very welcome. Contact us on info@uckfield-community-orchestra.co.uk or https://www.uckfield-community-orchestra.co.uk
Holy Cross Church Children’s Choir
The Holy Cross Church Children’s Choir is made up of a fun and enthusiastic group of kids that love to sing a variety of sings and music! We hope you enjoy their performance, please get in touch if you have a little one who love to sing and would like to join.
Uckfield Theatre Guild
Now celebrating 30 years in Uckfield, this amateur group continues to be a place to share a passion for performing. The youth membership has grown to around 50, with The Addams Family youth edition musical in 2023 being a huge success and adults and youth joined together to perform Oliver! The Musical, performing to sell out audiences. The Vicar of Dibley is slated for the end of July and Peter Pan in December. More information available at www.uckfieldtheatreguild.co.uk or Facebook.
Sponsors and Supporters
Thanks to our sponsors and supporters who helped to make Proms on the Pitch 2024 a wonderful event.
Tressler Coachworks
The Alma Arms
Hartfields Coffee and Kitchen
Doyle and Palmer Wealth Management
John Spink Independent Equity Release Adviser
Swindells Chartered Accountants
Richard Green Funeral Service