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Centre Stage at the Europeans

Centre Stage Percussion and Centre Stage Uniforms will be in the thick of the action in Perth this weekend.

Centre Stage
 

Both Centre Stage Percussion and Centre Stage Uniforms will be in the thick of the action at the European Brass Band Championships held at Perth Concert Hall this weekend.

Winners pennants

Not only will Centre Sage Uniforms be providing and presenting the winning bands with commemorative pennants, they will also have a trade stand packed with their extensive catalogue of bespoke uniforms and livery.

Percussion

Meanwhile, Centre Stage Percussion, having recently announced their partnership with English National Champion Black Dyke as their latest endorsee of their superb percussion sticks and mallets range, have some very special offers just for those making the trip to Perth for the exciting European event.

Massive discount

There is a massive 20% discount on all sticks and mallet purchases made at the contest, and then a very generous 10% discount for all other orders placed at the contest for over £100!

Offers, of course, cannot be used in conjunction with each other!!

There is a massive 20% discount on all sticks and mallet purchases made at the contest, and then a very generous 10% discount for all other orders placed at the contest for over £100!Centre Stage Percussion

Come along

To see the extensive range of percussion from Centre Stage, please visit the trade stand and say hello, or visit the website at www.centrestagepercussion.com

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