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Foden's to make it 17 in a row in Armagh

Foden's Band will visit Armagh for a seventeenth time next month — and more and more people are enjoying their visits.

fODEN'S
  Foden's will be making their seventeenth visit to Armagh next month.

Foden's Band will soon travel to Armagh for the seventeenth consecutive year to lead the annual young soloists and gala concert weekend hosted by Armagh Old Boys Silver Band.

Highlight

Foden's visit is always a highlight as spokesperson Ivor Stevenson told 4BR: "Every year we see outstanding developments and talent in the youth performances which take place during the Foden's weekend.

It's a great opportunity for youngsters to practice and perform a solo accompanied by such a great band. The number of people participating every year grows."

The weekend event will take place at Armagh Old Boys Band Hall on Saturday 4th of February between 10.00am and 3.30pm 4BR

Contact:

The weekend event will take place at Armagh Old Boys Band Hall on Saturday 4th of February between 10.00am and 3.30pm (inclusive of lunch reception). Any young soloists should contact Ivor to confirm their place and bring accompanying band parts.

Following their performances everyone can then enjoy Foden's in concert mode at the First Presbyterian Church in Armagh commencing at 7.45pm on the Saturday 4th February, which will also see the launch of the band's latest CD release 'Patrons Choice X.'

Ivor can be contacted on:
ivorbob@hotmail.com
or 07734303005

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