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McArthur parked in Whitburn...

Scots to showcase their Arthurian preparation under their Dutch conductor...

Whitburn and Janseen
 

The Whitburn Band will be holding an open rehearsal on ‘The Legend of King Arthur’ ahead of their trip south to Kensington on the weekend.

Final touches

Supporters can go along and hear the band, under the baton of Erik Jannsen (above) putting the final touches to its preparation, as well as welcome euphonium player, Nick Vermeiren, who joins the Scottish qualifiers for their trip to the Royal Albert Hall.

Free rehearsal

The free rehearsal will take place in the Brucefield Church, East Main Street, Whitburn on Wednesday 8th October.

Doors open at 7.15pm with the rehearsal commencing at 7.30pm.

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