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Fancy owning a bit of Black Dyke instrument heritage?

You can own your own bit of Black Dyke musical heritage thanks to a brilliant instrument deal on offer from the Yorkshire Champion, Besson and Band Supplies

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  Some fantastic Black Dyke instruments are up for grabs

Following on from the hugely successful Black Dyke Festival held recently at Leeds Town Hall, Band Supplies and Besson have linked up with the Yorkshire champion to offer a number of fantastic instruments which have been performed on by the band.

Originally selected by Black Dyke direct from Besson, these instruments are in superb condition with just minor marks and wear.

Extended warranty

All instruments have been checked over by the experts at Band Supplies and will come with an extended warranty of 3 years and a free insurance for a year.

Each will come with a Black Dyke certificate of heritage provenance presented by Director Music, Prof Nicholas Childs.

Outstanding examples

Band Supplies Managing Director Ronnie Tennant told 4BR: "As the instrument retailer of choice for the band we are delighted to be able to offer these instruments for sale.

As you would expect, they are outstanding examples, tested, chosen and performed on by the world's most famous band — one that is universally recognised for the quality of its sound."

These instruments are to be purchased on a first come, first served basis.

As you would expect, they are outstanding examples, tested, chosen and performed on by the world's most famous band — one that is universally recognised for the quality of its soundRonnie Tennant

Instruments

Cornets:


Besson Sovereign 928-2-0: Silver: £2,090.00
Besson Prestige 2028-2-0: Silver: £2,700.00

Horns:


Besson Sovereign 950-2-0: Silver: £2,995.00
Besson Prestige 2050-2-0: Silver: £3,300.00

Baritone:


Besson Sovereign 955-2-0: Silver: £3,300.00
Besson Prestige 2056-2-0: Silver: £4,300.00

Euphonium:


Besson Prestige 2052-2-0: Silver: £6,200.00

Tuba:


EEb Besson Sovereign 982-2-0: Silver: £6,400.00

Contact:

Or Band Supplies Leeds store on: 0113 245 3097

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