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Calling all Third Section bands! First Brass has just what you need to succeed at the Areas.

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Calling all 3rd Section Bands!

The 2011 area test piece for all Third Section bands requires the use of a set of trombone bucket mutes.

Order your set of Mike McLean bucket mutes today from First Brass to ensure delivery in time for the 2011 areas.

Designed for and used by the Halle Orchestra these mutes are more than 35% cheaper than a set of the alternative brand leaderFirst Brass

Cheaper

Designed for and used by the Halle Orchestra these mutes are more than 35% cheaper than a set of the alternative brand leader.

Distributed exclusively by Virtuosi Instrument retailer First Brass Ltd, this set of 3 handmade bucket mutes (2 x Tenor Trombone and 1 x Bass Trombone) is available at a special deal price of £179.95 including VAT.

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Call First Brass Ltd today on 01604 677664 or visit www.firstbrass.co.uk

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