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Pennine Music sets out its Xmas stall in Rochdale

Pennine Music will set out its festive stall at the Rochdale contest this weekend.

Pennine Music Publishing
  Pennine Music Publishing will be showcasing their festive stock in Rochdale this weekend.

Pennine Music will be on hand at the Rochdale Contest this weekend to ensure that players, conductors and band fans can get their hands on all the latest releases — especially those with an eye towards Christmas.

Huge catalogue

As well as their huge catalogue of fantastic brass band music on display, the trade stand will also be fully stocked with every tune and carol you could wish for the festive season — including all the latest cracking pieces that will enhance every Christmas concert.

Alongside the sheet music will be the Wallace Mute collection, various accessories CDs and gift items perfect for Christmas too.

If there are any specific items you would like us to bring this weekend, please do get in touch and let us know beforehand to avoid disappointmentGavin Somerset

Regional set works

Meanwhile, bands that haven't yet purchased their Regional Championship set works for 2017 will also be able to purchase them this weekend.

Owner Gavin Somerset told 4BR: "If there are any specific items you would like us to bring this weekend, please do get in touch and let us know beforehand to avoid disappointment."

Go on-line

Their full catalogue of music and new Christmas releases are available to view online at: www.penninemusic.com

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