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St Austell open up for Torquay

St Austell Band set to open up their preperation for Torquay.

St aUSTELL
 

In preparation for the forthcoming area qualifying contest in Torquay in a couple of weeks time the St Austell Band will be holding a open rehearsal and short concert.

Festival Music

The rehearsal of the test piece, Eric Ball's 'Festuval Music' will be followed by a concert which will be directed by the bands professional conductor Dr Roy Newsome.

The concert will take place at the St Austell Arts Centre on Truro Road at 4pm, Sunday 2nd March.

Everyone is welcome, entry will be free and drinks will be available from the bar.

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