Salvation Army band marks 100 years with concert

The Salvation Army's young people's band in Canterbury was formed in 1924

A Kent-based Salvation Army band is about to celebrate its centenary with a special concert.

The young people's band, located in Canterbury, is to hold a celebratory event in the city on 14 July.

Music for a Summer’s Afternoon will feature a performance from the band as well as song.

A Salvation Army spokesperson said "all are welcome" and the organisation was "very proud" of the band.

The Canterbury young people's band was formed in 1924 and currently has 10 members.

In recent years it has visited many other churches around the country and Europe, including Germany and Sweden.

Major Gavin Friday, Salvation Army leader in Canterbury, said: "The young people’s band is very important in the life of our church and we’re looking forward to celebrating its long history.

"It’s fantastic it’s still going strong today and this is largely down to strong local leadership."

Band member Henry, 17, said: "It is fun. It gives me time to relax on a Friday night and is good for my peace of mind.”