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Closing date looms for National Youth Championships

If you're planning to attend the National Youth Championships in April, you've got till 28th February to confirm you entry.

BBE
 

Brass Bands England, organisers of the National Youth Championships has advised 4BR that the closing date for entries is 28th February.

Delighted

Arnold Tattersfield, the competition's administrator has told 4BR that he is delighted with the entries that he has received so far.

This year's competition will take place on Sunday 13th April at the University of Salford as the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester is undergoing renovation.

Get in touch

Arnold is requesting that any band who has not received an invitation pack and who wants to attend to contact him as soon as possible on 01924 629109 or
via email: thetatts76@sky.com

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