International Staff Band Of The Salvation Army

The International Staff Band (ISB) is the premier, London-based brass band of The Salvation Army, established in 1891 to represent the church through high-standard musical ministry. Comprising dedicated Salvationists from various professions, the band performs globally and throughout the UK, often led by top musical directors like Jonathan Evans.
Key Aspects of the ISB:Mission:The band aims to spread the Christian message through music, performing in concerts, recordings, and worship services.
Structure:While historically composed of staff from the International Headquarters, modern membership includes talented musicians from various professions across the UK, all of whom are active local Salvation Army members.
Leadership:As of January 2026,Jonathan Evansserves as the Bandmaster, succeedingDr Stephen Cobb, who led the band for 30 years.
Performances:They regularly tour internationally (USA, Japan, Australia, etc.) and perform at prestigious venues like the Royal Albert Hall.
Repertoire: The ISB plays a significant role in promoting Salvation Army brass music, including works from composers like Leslie Condon and Peter Graham.Wikipedia+4The ISB frequently collaborates with other high-level musical groups and is known for its high standard of musical excellence.