Don't miss the NYBBGB Open Day

The 80-strong National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain (NYBBGB) is to hold a free-of-charge Open Day on 11 April for young brass players and music teachers. The day will give brass and percussion players, aged eight to 18, the opportunity to play with the band, receive tuition from expert coaches and audition for a place. Youngsters not old enough to audition for the NYBBGB will be given the opportunity to audition for the National Children's Brass Band.

Tutors for the open day are drawn from some of Britain's leading brass players, and attendees will also play under the band's Artistic Director, Bramwell Tovey (pictured here).

Said the NYBBGB's Administrator, Philip Biggs: "The band's open days are proving increasingly popular with attendees; with many of those who have attended previously, going onto join both bands. Designed to inspire all those who attend, we would encourage anyone with an interest in developing their playing to get in touch."

The day begins at 10.00am at Uppingham School, Rutland. Anyone interested in attending should contact johnmaines@btinternet.com