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SUMMARY:10th Annual Festival of Brass with Blackburn and Darwen Band
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn & Darwen Band Presents the 10th Annual Festival of Brass!\nJoin us as Blackburn & Darwen Band proudly hosts the 10th Annual Festival of Brass, a celebration of musical excellence that has become a highly anticipated event in the brass banding calendar. This exciting festival has grown in both prestige and popularity over the past decade, and we’re thrilled to mark this special anniversary with an even bigger and more spectacular contest.\nThe Festival of Brass is a well-organized march and hymn tune competition that brings together talented brass bands from across the region and beyond. With its friendly atmosphere and rich tradition, the festival offers a fantastic opportunity for bands to showcase their skills and passion for brass music in front of an enthusiastic and supportive audience.\nWhat’s New for the 10th Anniversary?\nTo celebrate this milestone, they’ve increased the prize fund to make this year’s event even more rewarding for participants. This year, the competition features a top prize of £1,000, with a total prize fund of £3,300 up for grabs! This is the largest prize pool in the history of the festival, making it the perfect opportunity for bands to compete for both prestige and substantial rewards.\nWhy Enter?\n\nGenerous Prize Fund: With a top prize of £1,000 and a total prize fund of £3,300, the stakes have never been higher!\nCelebration of Brass Music: The festival offers an ideal platform for brass bands to showcase their talent, engage with fellow musicians, and entertain an eager audience.\nA Special Anniversary: This year’s festival marks a decade of musical excellence, and we’re excited to make this anniversary one to remember!\n\n\nHow to Enter\nSubmitting your entry for the Festival of Brass is easy! All the information you need, including full contest details, rules, and application forms, are available on Blackburn & Darwen Band website ( https://www.blackburnanddarwenband.co.uk/march-hymn-tune-contest ). Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special event and compete for a share of the impressive prize fund.\nMark Your Calendars\n\nEvent Date: Sunday 22nd June 2025\nLocation: Darwen Market Square\nDeadline for Entries: Saturday 24th May 2025\n\nBe a part of the Festival of Brass and help make this milestone event truly unforgettable!\nFor more information and to submit your entry, visit the website ( https://www.blackburnanddarwenband.co.uk/march-hymn-tune-contest ). We can’t wait to see you there!\n
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