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City of Cardiff open the doors ahead of Miners Eisteddfod assault.

Mellingriffith
 

Tuesday, 15 February 2011

        

The City of Cardiff (Melingriffith) Band will be holding an open rehearsal on the eve of its second appearance at the Welsh Open Entertainment Contest in Porthcawl.

New players

Over the last few weeks, the band has signed a number of talented new players and is determined to make a real impact at its first contest of 2011.

All welcome

All are welcome to hear a free preview of their programme by attending the rehearsal at 7.30pm on Friday, February 18th at Tongwynlais Village Hall.

        

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