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Farr and wide welcome at Maidstone

If you want to learn how to become a better horn player then there is no better person to learn from than Owen Farr in Maidstone...

Owen Farr
 

Besson solo artist Owen Farr will be leading a tenor horn and flugel workshop day in Maidstone next weekend.

The event is open to all tenor horn and flugel players, of any age and standard, and takes place on Saturday 22nd November at All Saints Church in Maidstone.

Opportunity

The day will consist of a recital by Owen, as well as ample opportunity to hone your own skills through ensemble and solo work. The day is rounded off by everyone having the opportunity to take part in a horn massed band to finish!

Free concert ticket

It all starts at 10.00am and cost just £10.00, and by talking part you get a free ticket to the evening concert featuring Owen alongside the Maidstone Wind Symphony, Medway Band and BAE Systems Band.

The day will consist of a recital by Owen, as well as ample opportunity to hone your own skills through ensemble and solo work4BR

Further information

For further information go to: www.MaidstoneWindSymphony.bigcartel.com

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