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National Youth Auditions

Youngsters wishing to be part of the National Youth and Children's Brass Bands of Great Britain audition dates coming up.

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The organisers of the National Youth Brass Band and National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain have set an audition date at the University of Sunderland in November.

Date

The auditions will take place at the University of Sunderland on Saturday 12th November.

There are still a limited number of audition places available. For more information, please contact Philip Biggs on 01223 234090 or 07710 505689.

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