In 2025, Christchurch Cathedral's ANZAC Brass will embark on a commemorative tour to honour the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli Campaign and the return of wounded soldiers to the UK in 1915.

Formed for special occasions, the NZ/Australia-based band has performed widely, including concerts in Brisbane, Melbourne, Geelong, Christchurch, and Wellington. Notably, they gave a moving performance on Remembrance Day 2023 in Brisbane. For this milestone year, ANZAC Brass will expand its membership to include musicians from the UK, reflecting the shared heritage and enduring bonds of the ANZAC story.

The band is led by Dr Howard J Evans and has Major General (Ret) The Honourable Justice Greg Garde AO RFD as its Military Patron. Their 2025 tour includes a series of free concerts across England, with performances at historic locations and cathedrals.

Tour schedule

Thursday 24 April 2025
10:00am – Brockenhurst Cemetery

Friday 25 April 2025 – Anzac Day
11:00am – Anzac Memorial, Weymouth Seafront
2:00pm – Melcombe Regis Cemetery
6:00pm – Christchurch Priory

Saturday 26 April 2025
12:30pm – Worcester Cathedral
5:00pm – Birmingham Cathedral (with Sovereign Brass)

Sunday 27 April 2025
10:30am – Anzac Service, Southport Salvation Army
5:30pm – Blackburn Cathedral