Musical sections appear to have been formed almost immediately.
Certainly there is evidence of an active songster brigade dating to at least 1890. Since its founding, the brigade has been proclaiming the gospel throughout the Chelmsford area, and beyond. A visit to Sweden, based at J nk ping, in 1982 was very successful, and members of the brigade still maintain links Songster Leader at Chelmsford since 1988, Joanne has always enjoyed singing. Coming from a non-army background, Joanne was introduced to the Salvation Army at the age of 11 through the Girl Guides. Joanne is married to Simon, who is also the Bandmaster as well as the songster pianist, and together they have been settled at Chelmsford since 1984.