The players of Mereside Brass will be congregating at Greater Manchester Police's Sedgely Park facility this Friday for a weekend workshop.
First appearance
The band is looking to make it's first contest appearance this season and is using the event to improve all aspects of their performance.
The highlight is the Sunday workshop lead by Mark Wilkinson and his colleagues from Fodens.
Fancy dress and unusual combinations of instruments are encouraged and the results will be announced after extensive consultations in the barMereside Brass
Fun and entertainment
Secretary Chris Hardy told 4BR: "To promote the band's new found contesting philosophy of hard work and fun, a solo/ensemble competition with an emphasis on entertainment will take place on the Saturday evening.
"Fancy dress and unusual combinations of instruments are encouraged and the results will be announced after extensive consultations in the bar. The police have been informed to watch out for us all!"