The mission of the Hannaford Street Silver Band is to honour the positive traditions of this art form and place it in a contemporary Canadian context.
The HSSB’s annual series of concerts, youth programming, publishing, and other activities are based on the following ideals:
• Build community amongst musicians and audiences
• Celebrate this art form in a contemporary context with a unique Canadian view
• Breakdown access barriers to professionally produced music and art
• Redefine what a brass band is capable of and strive for the highest possible musical and organizational
standards in pursuit of innovative Canadian creative projects
• Promote Canadian soloists, conductors, and composers
• Reflect the diverse cultures within Toronto and Canada
Facilitate innovative creative projects and collaborate with the very best of Canada’s diverse cultures and outstanding artists