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Dyke open up on Muckle Flugga

Black Dyke will be holding an open rehearsal on their European set work and own choice before they set off to Perth.

Black Dyke in action
 

The reigning English National champion, Black Dyke, will present an open rehearsal at Morley Town Hall, ahead of their appearance at the European Championship in Perth.

Muckle Flugga

The band will perform the set work, ‘Muckle Flugga’ by Rory Boyle, as well as their own-choice test piece selection under the baton of Director of Music, Dr Nicholas Childs.

The rehearsal will start at 8.00pm on Tuesday 29th April, before the band travel to Perth the following day4BR

Time and date

The rehearsal will start at 8.00pm on Tuesday 29th April, before the band travel to Perth the following day.

Admission is free and doors open at 7.30pm for a prompt start.

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