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Brass Toff comes to Wingates

The Wingates Band has secured a brass repairing sponsorship contract with Brass Toff Ltd.

Wingates
 

The Wingates Band has announced that they have secured a brass repairing sponsorship contract with Brass Toff Ltd.

Important move

Vice-Chairman Tony Smith told 4BR: "This is a very important move in order to consolidate our quest to bring continued financial security to Wingates Band."

The values that Brass Toff hold dear, are at the very core of this historic band and I look forward to a long and fruitful associationPaul Andrews

Fantastic opportunity

Established in 1983, Brass Toff has become a leading instrument repair and sales business, with owner and Wingates MD Paul Andrews (above) telling 4BR: "This is a fantastic opportunity for Brass Toff to join forces with a band of great standing and worldwide acclaim.

The values that Brass Toff hold dear, are at the very core of this historic band and I look forward to a long and fruitful association."

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MBA, BMus(Hons), LRSM, AoBBA
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