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Advert: Besson welcomes French competitors

Besson wishes a warm welcome to all the competitors at this weekend's French National Championship in Amiens.

Buffett
 

Saturday, 28 January 2012

        

The Besson and Antoine Courtois teams wish everyone involved in the French National Championship in Amiens this Sunday, a warm welcome.

May the best band win, and may you all enjoy the day accompanied by the finest music.

Meet the team

Come meet our sales team: Sophie Rolland, Vincent Nackaert and Pierre Josien as well as our brass specialist Benoit Meurin.

You'll find our exhibit has over 50 instruments, including all our professional and student Besson ranges, as well as over 20 professional Antoine Courtois trumpets, all of which are available for you to try.

You'll find our exhibit has over 50 instruments, including all our professional and student Besson rangesBesson

Repairs

Denis Wilczynski, our brass technician, will also be on-site with a repair stand for any information or assistance with your instrument, or just to observe his incredible work!

Welcome to Amiens on Sunday.

The Buffet Group team

        

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