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Newtown Contest announces new date

The popular Newtown (Mid Wales) March & Open Air Contest is set to take place again this June...

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Following last year's successful event, plans are now well in hand for the 5th Newtown (Mid Wales) March & Open Air Contest, to be held on Sunday, 12th June in Newtown's Hall Park.

Similar format

The format will be similar to previous years, with a march along the town High Street and into the Park. Bands will then play an own-choice quick march, a hymn tune from the 'Red' 120 Hymn Book and one other entertainment piece, with a suggested total playing time of 15 minutes. There is also a deportment prize.

Bands

The competition will be for bands graded in the First, Second, Third and Fourth Sections nationally, non-registered bands and Youth and Training bands.

There is a fine prize pot to be won, together with individual awards.

The competition will be for bands graded in the First, Second, Third and Fourth Sections nationally, non-registered bands and Youth and Training bands4BR

Full details

Full details and entry forms are available to download online at: www.newtownsilverband.co.uk or by telephoning David Evans on 01938 820692.

The final date for entries is 1st May.

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