Dungannon Silver Band was originally formed in 1902, and has grown from strength to strength ever since. The only interruption was during the war when band members had to go to battle.

In the early 1920's, clarinets were introduced to the band and it became known as Dungannon Brass and Reed Band. Until the outbreak of World War II, this name remained. The band was reformed after this War in May, 1945, losing all its clarinets and having all the instruments brass or silver plated. The band then became known as Dungannon Silver Band which is the name commonly used to date.

On 27th July 1946, Mr. Sidney Bleakley was appointed Assistant Bandmaster. The following year, in July 1947, he was then appointed Bandmaster and continued in this role until February 2000.

The band began to increase in membership and in 1947 they joined the North of Ireland Band's Association. During the same year they attained fourth place at the contest for brass bands in Belfast. The band grew in numbers and popularity, and attained second place in 1948, and first in 1949.

A major achievement for the band came in 1986 when property was purchased and renovated for a new band rehersal hall. Over the years membership has increased significantly. In 1957, membership had risen from 16 to 32 members, and at this present moment, the band has a total membership of 52 players in the combined Senior and Junior bands.

Recently, Dungannon Silver Band has had the great privilage and honour to be invited by the Irish Football Association to play the National Anthems at International and European football matches in Windsor Park, Belfast. Over the years the band has worked and performed for various charities and other related events. Also, during the Christmas period the band plays to the elderly in local nursing homes and hospitals. This is always very rewarding for the band members as it is nice to see a smile on the face of the elderly and the enjoyment that it brings to them.

In March 2000, Mr. Kenneth McAree was appointed as Conductor. Over this past year Kenneth has worked extremely hard with the band which is currently at a rebuilding stage. It is Kenneth's aim to bring the band back to contesting standard within the next two years.

In January 2001 Kenneth formed a Dungannon Silver Youth Band currently consisting of 21 players. This band is progressing very well which is very healthy for the future of any band. They have just recently performed in the Dungannon Silver Band Centenary Concert, and were extremely well received.

Dungannon Silver Band is very proud of its achievements over the past 100 years and looks forward to providing another 100 years of musical delight.