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Change of venue for Brass Band Summer School

The popular Brass Band Summer School led by Richard Evans has changed venue — but there are still places up for grabs.

Richard Evans
  Richard Evans is leading the Summer School course

4BR has been informed that the 2019 Brass Band Summer School will take place at Harrogate Ladies College and not Giggleswick School as previously advertised.

A spokesperson told 4BR: "The facility which Harrogate Ladies College has to offer is top class and Harrogate being a Roman Spa town has great attractions to both national and international visitors."

There are still a limited number of places left for this special brass band holiday week which will take place from Sunday August 4th to August 10th.

World class tutors

This year's Summer School celebrates 34 years since the inaugural event took place. The Course Director and Conductor is Richard Evans and the teaching staff includes David Childs, Owen Farr, James Fountain, Nick Hudson, Lee Skipsey, Steve Sykes and Brian Taylor.

Those interested should contact Philip Biggs as soon as possible by telephoning 01223 234090 or 07710 505689.

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