Luke Barnes
Luke joined the band on percussion in 1993 after deciding he was never going to fully love, or master the playing of, brass instruments. Although Luke has played most percussion intstruments in his time with the band he most regularly features on kit.
Jason Ferris
Jason has more than 25 years playing experience, which includes brass, military, and wind band. Jason joined Aldbourne Band in 2013. He previously played principal percussion for Swindon Pegasus, and whilst there led its development band, ‘Swindon School of Brass’ as its Musical Director. Jason teaches drums and percussion for Berkshire Maestros. He enjoys nurturing the next generation of players and helping them to develop their musical skills. He has many musical highlights; of which include performing at the London 2012 Olympic Games, military tattoos, and the Royal Albert Hall. He has also performed on numerous recordings for both local and national radio; including “Listen to the Band” on BBC Radio 2. Jason enjoys supporting other music ensembles, and has performed with bands including Flowers, Wantage and Brunel Brass. Jason is looking forward to the future with Aldbourne Band, including performing at the British Open in 2018 and 2019
Ronnie Beal
Beginning his brass band journey in Suffolk at Woodbridge Excelsior training band, Ronnie Beal stepped up to play with his dad in Castleton Band for the 4th Section National Finals, and was their principal percussionist as the band moved up over the years to 2nd Section. As a member of the National Youth Percussion Orchestra between 2018-2021, Ronnie found his love for tuned percussion and joined Woodfalls band in 2021 while studying BA Hons Philosophy at the University of Southampton. After guesting with Aldbourne at the British Open and brass in concert, Ronnie is excited to be making the move to Aldbourne.