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Band Supplies set to meet raise in Sterling demand...

Band Supplies
 

Band Supplies are pleased to announce that they have been appointed to become a Sterling Musical Instrument dealership.

Accessible

It's a move that means the famous brands will be become more accessible than ever before through the nationwide instrument retailer.

With sought after stocks now coming into the Band Supplies stores in Leeds and Glasgow it is a move welcomed by both parties.

With stocks of the tenor horn and euphonium now in place, customers are guaranteed an exceptional instrument, and one that our staff will ensure will fully meet the requirements of the playerBand Supplies

No hesitation

Proprietor Ronnie Tennant told 4BR: "When Paul Riggett first approached me from Sterling I had no hesitation in adding Sterling to our exclusive portfolio of high class brands we retail at Band Supplies."

He added: "The development of this brand has increased ten fold over the last five years and has become increasingly prominent in the banding world being the instrument of choice of many leading performers."

Options

He also believes that with a range of custom options available, the player really can get exactly what they require.

"With stocks of the tenor horn and euphonium now in place, customers are guaranteed an exceptional instrument, and one that our staff will ensure will fully meet the requirements of the player."

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