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Newtown plans well underway

Plans for the popular Newton (Mid Wales) March & Hymn Tune Contest this June are well underway.

March
 

Plans are well underway to hold the Newtown (Mid Wales) March & Hymn Tune Contest on Sunday 14th June.

Popular

The popular event will once again be held in Newtown’s Hall Park, with a march along the town High Street into the park, where competitors will then play an own choice quick march, and a hymn tune from the red 120 Hymn Book and one other entertainment piece, with a suggested playing time of 15 minutes.

Generous prize fund

The competition will be for bands graded in the Second, Third and Fourth Sections nationally, non-registered bands, youth and training bands, with a generous prize fund, trophies and a great informal atmosphere to enjoy.

Following the death of its highly respected President, John Bennett, the organisers have also announced that a new trophy in his memory will be awarded to the best bass section.

The competition will be for bands graded in the Second, Third and Fourth Sections nationally, non-registered bands, youth and training bandsorganisers

Further details

Full details and entry forms are available to download online at www.newtownsilverband.co.uk or by telephoning Helen Bennett on 01686 668 446.

Final date for entries is 1st May 2015.

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