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Getzen arrives at John Packer

John Packer Ltd are now stockists of Getzen brass instruments

Getzen cornet
 

John Packer Ltd has announced that it has become a stockist of the famous Getzen range of instruments.

Superb

The excited staff members of the John Packer Brass Department have already got their hands on some superb Getzen instruments, including the Getzen Custom 3850S-UK cornet.

The stunning professional level cornet features a 4 ¾” seamless copper bell and 1st and 3rd slide triggers. Its overall performance has already gained critical acclaim whether played in an ensemble or as a solo instrument.

Come and try

The cornet will be available to try at the forthcoming West of England Regional Championship at the Riviera International Conference Centre in Torquay on Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th March; the North West Regional Championship in Blackpool on Sunday 9th March and the North East Regional Championship in Darlington on Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th March.

Its overall performance has already gained critical acclaim whether played in an ensemble or as a solo instrumentJohn Packer

Further information

For further information on this brilliant instrument, please contact brass manager Steve Herbert on 01823 282386 (option1) or email steve@johnpacker.co.uk

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