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National Youth Bands of Scotland looks for 2020 players

Young players can now apply to join the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland

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  The 2019 course attracted plenty of great young players

The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland is now looking to fill its ranks with talented youngsters who wish to be part of the organisation's musical success.

Young players can apply on-line for the course which takes place between the 7th & 10th April at Strathallan School.

Further information:

For further information, go to: https://www.sbba.org.uk/news/5774/nybbs-easter-course-applications

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