Whit Friday Brass Band Contest
Twenty Two Years of Trumpets and More
17 June 2011
Press Release Date: 24 May 2011
Brass bands across the country are fine tuning their sets in preparation for this years Whit Friday brass band contest.
And this year, Tameside Council is celebrating its twenty second year as sponsors of the annual contest, which takes place on Friday 17 June 2011.
For the last 22 years Tameside Council has supported the event contributing towards a massive £21,000 prize fund.
From 4 - 11.15pm the contest, dubbed the ‘greatest free show on earth!’ attracts thousands of people to Tameside to enjoy brass band music of the highest calibre.
Each committee contributes towards awards of almost £15,000. Coupled with £6,000 prize money from Tameside Council itself, over £21,000 is up for grabs in the borough.
To be in line to win the prestigious ‘Tameside Whit Friday Champions’ title, bands have to perform at six of the 11 contests. So, not only does it test the bands musical prowess, it also tests their discipline, stamina and organisational skills, with bands constantly on the move in their quest for the Whit Friday crown.
Please be aware there will be a number of road closures in place on the evening, including the closure of Broadoak Road between its junction with Ladbrooke Road and Waterloo Road.
For more information about the event people should contact the arts and events team at the council on 0161 342 4144.
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 Arts and Events Team Tameside MBC Council Offices Wellington Road Ashton under Lyne OL6 6DL |
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