In the first part of a special broadcast, Sandy and Simon talk all things brass with Derek Broadbent.
Smith and Grezzy meet up with Derek Broadbent.
Wednesday, 03 December 2025
Sandy and Simon meet up with Derek Broadbent to talk all things brass band and more in the first part of a two-part special broadcast with musician with a remarkable musical life.
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