Despite the rival attraction of England playing Germany in the World Cup in South Africa at the same time on Sunday, there was still plenty to enjoy at the 4th Ireland Colliery (Chesterfield) Battle of the Bands contest.

Good form

In the end it was Dronfield CMW who came out on top under conductor John Davis, to maintain their good 2010 form and walk away with the £400 top prize, as well as pick up the prizes for deportment and entertainment and the 'Bands Rep' prize.

Long Eaton picked up £200 in second place, thanks to solo prize winner Melissa Ramplin's fine contribution, whilst Newhall took third and the £100 on offer.

In the Training Section there was a fine piece of solo playing from 11 year old Robert Burrows that was a feature of Long Eaton's winning programme4BR

Fine solo

In the Training Section there was a fine piece of solo playing from 11 year old Robert Burrows that was a feature of Long Eaton's winning programme. The band won the top prize of £100.

Result:

1. Dronfield CMW Band (John Davis)
2. Long Eaton (Sharon Stansfield)
3. Newhall Band (Kevin Holdgate)

Deportment and Entertainment Prize: Dronfield CMW
Bands Rep Prize: Dronfield CMW
Best Soloist: Melissa Ramplin (flugel) Long Eaton

Training Band Section:

1. Long Eaton Training

Solo Prize: Robert Burrows