4BR has been informed that organisers of the Brighouse March & Hymn Tune Contest hope to see yet another wonderful day of competitive music making in the iconic brass banding town on Sunday 29th June.

Tour de France

Just a week before the Tour de France comes to Calderdale, another big crowd is guaranteed to enjoy world class competition with visitors from far and wide enjoying the special atmosphere the event creates.

Most popular

Since the first festival was held 15 years ago, the event has become one of the most popular in the banding calendar.

This year, 26 bands from Youth to Championship status will keep the non-stop music flowing as they march along Bethel Street to the Town Hall Square where they will perform their hymn tune & contest march selections.

Since the first festival was held 15 years ago, the event has become one of the most popular in the banding calendar4BR

Judges

Adjudicators are Chris Jeans, Derek Southcott and Pascal Eicher, who will have a big job awarding the many prizes on offer, with Marsden Silver back to defend their title.

The Saturday evening gala concert will be provided by the wonderful Boobs & Brass under the baton of Stan Lippeatt.