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Dyke set for open harmony

Reigning Yorkshire champion to open the doors ahead of their Bradford title defence.

Dyke celebrate in Bradford in 2012
 

Reigning Yorkshire Regional Champion Black Dyke will be giving an open rehearsal at Morley Town Hall on Friday 1st March, as they put the final touches to their preparation of their title defence in Bradford on March 3rd.

Harmony Music

The open rehearsal will start at 8.00pm and as well as a performance of the set work, ‘Harmony Music’ by Philip Sparke, Dr Nicholas Childs will also present s short concert programme.

Admission is free and doors open at 7.30pm.

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