Stannington win again

The Stannington Band are racking up the titles, with another win at the Clay Cross contest in Derbyshire.

Wednesday, 24 September 2008

The Stannington Band successfully defended their title at the Annual Brass Band Festival held at Clay Cross, Derbyshire at the weekend.

The event, celebrating its 50th year, is one of the longest running in the country, showcasing three bands who each performed a 20 minute entertainment programme.

This Sunday the band hope to maintain their winning form when they compete in the National Brass Band Finals in Harrogate4BR

Impressed

Stannington impressed the adjudicator with their versatile programme including pieces from classical with Rimsky Korsakov to film favourite's such as 'Pirates of the Caribbean'. They were presented with the T H Hallworth Challenge Trophy and a cheque for £400.

National target

This Sunday the band hope to maintain their winning form when they compete in the National Brass Band Finals in Harrogate.

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