Brass Bands England is helping promote the nation's tribute to mark the 100th anniversary of the ending of the First World War.

'Battles Over' on 11th November will mark the day exactly a century ago when the guns fell silent at the end of what was later referred to as 'The Great War'.

Privileged

BBE stated: "We are privileged to have been invited to provide support to 'Battles Over' — a unique series of national and international events designed to help commemorate this important landmark in our nation's history.

Brass bands (and individual players) can play their part in remembering the sacrifice of millions of men and women by joining events on the evening of the 11th November, involving organisations and communities the length and breadth of the nation and abroad."

A Cry for Peace

Additional support for the initiative is being provided by the likes of the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, Royal Naval Association, ABF Soldiers Charity and the Merchant Navy Association, with brass bands and players invited to join 1,000 pipers, 1,000 buglers and 100 Town Criers to coincide with the ringing of the church bells and the lighting of 'Beacons of Light' to undertake what is being called, 'A Cry for Peace around the World'.

This 'Cry' will be led by a single Chelsea Pensioner from The Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London, at 7.05pm that night.

Thousands

The BBE spokesperson added: "Brass Bands England encourages our musical community to join the many thousands of people who will participate in this unique community project, commemorating the bravery and personal sacrifice made by so many, along with celebrating the light that emerged from the darkness of war."

Everyone taking part will be provided with an acknowledgement in the participation guide on the official website as well as a certificate of recognition which will be downloadable at www.brunopeek.co.uk from 30th November.

Participants will be able to print it off and frame it as a permanent reminder of their involvement.

Brass Bands England encourages our musical community to join the many thousands of people who will participate in this unique community projectBBE

Take part

Those wanting to take part can do so in the following way:

1. Encourage one or more players in your band to play the Last Post at 6.55pm, at a location of your choice on 11th November.

You need to provide the following information to brunopeek@mac.com by July 31st.

Name of Band:
Location where the 'Last Post' will be performed:
County:
Name of Contact:
Telephone:
Email:

More information:

More information on the event and how to participate can be found via:
http://www.brunopeek.co.uk/Battles-Over-Guide.pdf?t=1517833674