The relaunch of the popular Elland Band contest proved to be an overwhelming success as over 60 performers aged 7 to 80 years enjoyed the supportive atmosphere of competitive action and the excellent facilities to be found at Southgate Methodist Church.

Judges

Chief amongst those enjoying the music were judges Glyn and Helen Williams, with the Adams artists treated to a feast of excellent performances across the nine sections throughout the day from brass and percussion players of all ability levels — beginners to veterans.

Especially encouraging was the number of young performers taking part, with stars of the future already taking their first steps with confidence in playing in front of two of the banding world's most celebrated performers.

Fantastic day

Band spokesperson, Samantha Harrison told 4BR: "It was a fantastic day of music making, and we send our grateful thanks to our sponsors John Packer Musical Instruments, Kirklees Music, Whites Butchers, Morrison's and Grandpa Thomas.

We also thank our fantastic team of volunteers across the Elland Band organisation for all the support with running the day and donations of baking and raffle prizes."

Results:
11 Years and Under:

1. Olivia Griffiths (Elland Silver Training Band)
2. Imogen Thewlis
3. Alex Wang (Elland Silver Youth Band)

Most Promising Player: Imogen Thewlis
Youngest Player: Imogen Thewlis

14 Years and Under:

1. Glyn Stokes (Elland Silver Youth Band)
2. Freya Garlick (Dobcross Youth Band)
3. Edward Griffiths (Elland Silver Youth Band)

Best Cornet: Glyn Stokes (Elland Silver Youth Band)
Bass Horn: Megan Broderick (Elland Silver Youth Band)

16 Years and Under:

1. Skye Stokes (Elland Silver Youth Band)
2. James Cain
3. Thomas Partington (Elland Silver Band)

Best Soprano: Hannah Skyrme
Best Trombone: James Caine
Best Bass: Michael Stejskal
Adjudicators Award to perform as a soloist with Elland Silver Band: Glyn Stokes

Junior Duets:

1. Thomas & Hannah (Elland Silver Youth Band)
2. Charlie & Michael (Elland Silver Youth Band)
3. Dobcross Divas

Junior Quartets:

1. Note Brass Ensemble C
2. Note Brass Ensemble B
3. Note Brass Ensemble A

Open Age:

1. James Atkins (KNDS Fairey Band)
2. Louis Leung (Rainford Band)
3. Tom Molyneux (Marsden Band)

Best Euphonium: Louis Leung
Oldest Player: Ian Gill (Elland Community Band)
Adjudicators Award to perform as a soloist with Elland Silver Band: James Atkins

Veterans (Over 40):

1. Jon Smith
2. Ian Gill (Elland Community Band)
3. Ian Walker (Uppermill Band)

Senior Duets:

1. Two to the Bar
2. Hulme Euphs
3. Ainslee & Sam (Elland Silver Band)

Senior Quartets:

1. Shepherd Bass Quartet