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Advert: John Packer

Great troms on show at the Birmingham Conservatoire Trombone Day from John Packer.

John Packer
 

John Packer Ltd will be attending the Birmingham Conservatoire Trombone Day in Birmingham this Sunday, May 9th, with a large selection of trombones.

Spectacular event

The day promises to be a spectacular event for trombonists of all abilities, with a range of workshops, competitions and events scheduled throughout the day.

Simon Johnson will be giving a recital, Bob Hughes will be directing a trombone choir, Jazz stars Gordon Campbell, Pete Beachill and Jeremy Price will be in attendance along with Don Lusher's widow, Diana.

Last but by no means least musicians from Birmingham Conservatoire will be performing.

John Packer Ltd will be there with a vast array of trombonesJohn Packer Ltd

Vast array

John Packer Ltd will be there with a vast array of trombones; the JPRATH collaborations — including the popular JP231 and the new JP331RATH Bb + F model. A selection of Rath trombones and the new Yamaha Jazz trombone YSL891Z.

Accessories

As well as they’ll have plenty of trombone accessories; including lubricants, cleaners and mutes!

Go to:

http://www.johnpacker.co.uk/default.aspx

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