Whilst most players are putting the final touches to their preparations for their forthcoming appearances with their bands at the Royal Albert Hall, Black Dyke's principal cornet Richard Marshall will be enjoying a nine day tour to America and Canada.

Three bands

Richard will appear with three bands on his travels, starting with Georgia Brass in Atlanta, before moving onto Dublin Silver in Ohio and finally Weston Silver in Toronto.

It's a great opportunity for me to perform with some wonderful bands. I will be busy as I hope to showcase both my playing as well as giving masterclasses and recitalsRichard Marshall

Opportunity

Richard told 4BR: "It's a great opportunity for me to perform with some wonderful bands. I will be busy as I hope to showcase both my playing as well as giving masterclasses and recitals. I know I will miss the action at the Royal Albert Hall, but I'm sure I will find out who has won on 4BR!"

The tour commences on Friday 14th October with Richard returning home on Sunday 23rd October.