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VSYBB help fire victims

Victoria's Youth join the bushfire appeal.

Victorian Youth Brass Band
 

The Victorian Bands’ League (VBL) are pleased to announce a Concert featuring the Victorian State Youth Brass Band (VSYBB), Guest Artist Geoffrey Payne and the WASABI Big Band.

All proceeds go to the Red Cross Victorian Bushfire Appeal.

When

The concert is to be held at 2.00pm Sunday 8 March at Cato Hall, Wesley College, 620 High St Rd, Glen Waverley.

Invitation

The Musical Director of VSYBB, Wally Pope, would like to extend an invitation to any players to join the VSYBB and be part of this concert.

Also welcome are any past members of the VSYBB.

Rehearsal

All players will be required to attend the rehearsal at Cato Hall commencing at 9.00am on 8 March, followed by the Concert at 2pm.

Contact

If you would like to come along please email admin@vsybb.org.au to register your name/instrument. Further information will be emailed out.

Ticket prices are $20 Adults, $10 Concession and $30 for a family ticket of 2 adults and 2 children.

Tickets can be pre-booked by contacting the Victorian Bands’ League office 9362 0200 or email vbl@vbl.org.au.

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