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2019 Brass at the Guild filling up nicely

There is still plenty of time to get your entry in, but don't leave it too late to test your band's early season form at Preston Guild Hall.

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  Preston's Guild Hall will once again host the popular contest

The popular early season Brass at the Guild Championships is filling up nicely, with plenty of bands looking to kick-start their 2019 seasons with confidence boosting performances ahead of the various Area contest around the country.

Bands are being advised that although there is plenty of time to get their entries in they should be quick if they are to secure their place.

Held at Preston's Guild Hall on Sunday 27th January, the contest provides bands with an ideal opportunity to test their early season form — with the opportunity to perform either the 2019 Butlins Mineworkers test-pieces or the works to be used at the Regional Championships.

Brilliant kick-start

Supported by R. Banks & Son (Funerals Ltd) and its proprietor Brian Halliwell, last year's event provided a brilliant kick-start for the likes of City of Bradford, who also gained the all important invitation to compete at the British Open Spring Festival, Oldham Band (Lees) who went on to enjoy a memorable year, including winning the First Section National title.

With a generous prize fund (£400 to each section winner) and excellent organisation throughout the day, the event attracts bands from the north-west, Yorkshire, Midland, Wales and Scotland.

With a generous prize fund (£400 to each section winner) and excellent organisation throughout the day, the event attracts bands from the north-west, Yorkshire, Midland, Wales and Scotland4BR

Youth contest

The entry list is also open for the British Open Youth contest which will be held at the venue on the same day, with bands battling for the prestigious title and £400 first prize by providing a 20 minute own-choice programme.

Get in touch

To get an entry form and find out more please go to: www.lanchashirecontests.com

You can also contact:
Frank Hodges
39, Broxton Avenue
Orrell
Wigan
WN58NP
Tel: 01942 212418
E-mail: frankhodges@btinternet.com

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