The Reg Vardy Band has replaced Brighouse & Rastrick at the Brass in Concert Championships at The Sage in Gateshead later this year.

Acted swiftly

Following the announcement that the National champion had pulled out of the event, the organisers have acted swiftly to replace them with the only band that until this year had appeared at every Brass in Concert Championship.

Reg Vardy has enjoyed a successful 2011, returning to the British Open following their victory at the Grand Shield in May as well as winning the North of England Regional title.

Reg Vardy has enjoyed a successful 2011, returning to the British Open following their victory at the Grand Shield in May as well as winning the North of England Regional title4BR

Judges

The names of the judges for the November 20th event have also been released.

Rob Wiffin and Philip Sparke will adjudicate the music element, whilst the entertainment and presentation comes under the experienced eyes and ears of Luc Vertommen and David Horsfield.

The legendary soprano player Peter Roberts will judge the solo and individual awards.