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Bokaris to lead free masterclass at Thornsett

If you are anywhere near Thornsett in Derbyshire next month then you can enjoy a free masterclass day led by Black Dyke's euph star Adam Bokaris.

Adam Bokaris
  Adam Bokaris will lead the free masterclass day

The Thornsett Band from Derbyshire will welcome Black Dyke's euphonium star Adam Bokaris next month to lead a free masterclass day at their bandroom headquarters.

The non-competing band which was formed in 1876 works hard in and around its local community and offers a wonderful opportunity for players of all ages and abilities to come along and enjoy themselves.

Open doors

Now they are opening their doors to anyone who wishes to come along and learn from the Geneva Performance Artist.

Adam Bokaris Masterclass
Thornsett Brass Band
Saturday July 6th
11.00am to 3.00pm

Thornsett Band Room
Batemill Road Birch VALE SK22 1BB

To book a spot get in touch at: gilligd@hotmail.co.uk

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