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Yamaha perc up for Nationals

Yamaha to become official percussion suppliers for National Finals at Harrogate and London.

Yamaha
 

4BR has been informed that Yamaha Music UK Ltd will be the official percussion supplier to the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain.

Kapitol Promotions has secured the high profile suppliers who will provide percussion at both the Lower Section Finals in Harrogate and the Championship Section Final at London’s Royal Albert Hall, alongside Zildjian Cymbals.

Our support to the Championships is very important to us and we look forward to developing our involvement further in the futureIan Frankland, Yamaha

Something special

Ian Frankland from Yamaha commented to 4BR: "Supplying percussion to the National Finals was an opportunity not to be missed. Supporting such a prestigious event is an important part of what Yamaha does and this opportunity is something quite special."

He added: "Our support to the Championships is very important to us and we look forward to developing our involvement further in the future."

Delighted

Meanwhile, a delighted Philip Morris of Kapitol Promotions commented: "We’re delighted that Yamaha Music UK has agreed to provide the percussion and technicians for this year’s ‘Finals’ – the Company’s support will greatly enhance the events."

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