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Friezland set to enjoy mini Man tour

Friezland Brass is currently enjoying meeting up with new musical friends for a trio of Isle of Man concerts this weekend.

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  The band is currently enjoying their tour to the Isle of Man

Friezland Brass will be in the Isle of Man this weekend, where they will perform three concerts (all free) with local bands, Manx Youth, Onchan Silver and Castletown Metropolitan Silver.

The un-registered Saddleworth ensemble has enjoyed success at a number of events in recent times with both their march and hymn performances and entertainment programming.

Enjoying

Before they headed off, Musical Director, Max Stannard said: "We're delighted to be able perform alongside local bands who have been wonderful in supporting our tour.

The concerts are in some great locations, and we hope to see lots of people enjoying our performances."

Support

Andy Sheldon, Band Chairperson, added: "It's taken a lot of organising to put the tour together and we're grateful to all of the local business and individuals who supported our fundraising efforts and our friends from the bands on the Isle of Man who have welcomed us so readily."

Enjoy

Friezland Brass Band's concerts will be at 2.00pm on Saturday 2nd August at Nobles Park, Douglas with Manx Youth Band; 7.30pm on Saturday 2nd August at St Peter's Church, Onchan, with Onchan Silver Band, and 3.00pm on Sunday 3rd August in the Square, Castletown with the Castletown Metropolitan Silver Band.

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