The popular West Lothian Festival of Brass celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

The domestic knockout contest will see six top Scottish bands lock horns in entertainment battle over the next couple of weekends to decide who gets through to the Grand Final on 26th June.

First semi

The first semi final at Howden Park Centre, Livingston, on 5th June will see current Scottish champion and 2010 winners Exchange Communications Whitburn face the challenge of Unison Kinneil and Kingdom Brass.

Second semi

On Sunday 12th June, Co-operative Funeralcare, Kirkintilloch and Newtongrange will perform against each other.

The domestic knock-out contest will see six top Scottish bands lock horns in domestic entertainment battle over the next couple of weekends to decide who gets through to the Grand Final on 26th June4BR

Judges

The semi final adjudicators are Stan Lippeatt and James Smith, whilst James will be joined by Philip Harper for the Final.

To celebrate the 10th Festival, the Scottish Brass Band Association has commissioned a new march from composer Paul Drury. Each band will perform his 'West Lothian Festival March' as part of the competition.

Ticket offer

To mark the occasion and to celebrate the current growth in the numbers of young players taking up brass instruments in Scotland, all young players are invited to enjoy this year's Festival at Howden Park Centre, Livingston for the bargain price of £6 for a ticket.

Contact the Howden Park Box Office to reserve tickets on 01506 777666 or on line at www.howdenparkcentre.co.uk