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Elland Slow Melody Contest

The 19th annual Slow Melody & Quartet Contest takes place in May.

 

Elland Silver Band's 19th Annual Slow Melody & Quartet Contest will take place on Sunday May 18th commencing at 10.00am.

There are 5 sections including 'Veterans' (over 40), Junior & Senior quartets.

Entry forms

Entry forms are available from Mrs Kathleen Harrison 102 Burnsall Road, Brighouse HD63JT 01484 717126 or email ellandband@hotmail.co.uk

Lineup complete

The bands line up is now compete for the Third Section at the Yorkshire Regional Championships on Saturday March 1st. Returning to the ranks is Stan Beer on Bb bass with Liam Whiting moving across from the Youth Band on Eb bass and Michael Wood fills the 3rd position on the percussion team.

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