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Dyke to open up on Bass Theme

Reigning champion to hold an open rehearsal ahead of their English National title defence.

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The reigning English National Champion, Black Dyke will be holding an open rehearsal ahead of their title defence in Birmingham on 29th June.

Time and date

Under the baton of Director of Music Dr Nicholas Childs, they will hold the open event at Morley Town Hall on Tuesday 25th June, starting promptly at 8.00pm.

Under the baton of Director of Music Dr Nicholas Childs, they will hold the open event at Morley Town Hall on Tuesday 25th June, starting promptly at 8.00pm4BR

Bass theme

Both the English National Championship set work, George Lloyd’s ‘Diversions on a Bass Theme’ and the band’s own choice selection will be performed.

Admission is free and doors open at 7.30pm.

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