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Oldroyd Musical Instruments becomes Area Associate Sponsor

Instrument manufacturer supports North of England Regional Championships as Associate Sponsor.

Oldroyd
  The instrument manufacturer is support the North of England Championship as Associate Sponsor

Oldroyd Musical Instruments is to support the forthcoming North of England Regional Championships as Associate Sponsor.

The North Yorkshire based instrument maker will support the contest while also showcasing its latest range of brass instruments at a dedicated trade stand throughout the event.

Priority

Speaking about his commitment, founder Tim Oldroyd told 4BR: "I've always made it a personal priority to support and give back to a contest that I have been fortunate to play and conduct in over many years."

Visitors to the contest in Durham will have the opportunity to try out the company's latest instruments throughout the weekend at their trade stand.

Try out instruments

Tim Oldroyd added: "Please come along to experience just why these instruments are already making such an impression with players.

Try them out, meet the team, and be part of what promises to be a fantastic event for the North of England's brass band community."

Find out more


www.theoldroydgroup.co.uk/

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