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Conductors Workshop

The National Association of Brass Band Conductors announce regional workshop in Dobcross under Peter Parkes.

Parkes
 

The NABBC has announced a workshop on the Regional test pieces, Section 1 –4, to be held at Dobcross Bandroom on Sunday 25th January.

Peter Parkes

The workshop will analyse the area test pieces for Sections 1 – 4 under leader Major Peter Parkes, and will utilise the Mossley Band for Sections 1 & 2 and Lofthouse 20-0 Band for Sections 3 & 4.

Free admission

Admission of free for NABBC members with a £5.00 for any other interested party. Lunch is available at £3.00 per person.

Prior to the workshop there will be a short OGM for NABBC members of No2 (Northern) Area.

Timetable:

OGM: 10.00 – 11.00
11.00 – 12.00: Section 4
12.00 – 1.00: Section 3
Lunch:
1.30 – 2.30: Section 2
2.30 – 3.30: Section 1
Conclusions: 3.30 – 4.00

Further information can be gained from Allan Holdsworth, Area Secretary on 01274 573508 or mobile 07894 792896 or e-mail allantdds@blueyonder.co.uk

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