Wychavon Festival of Brass

The Wychavon Festival of Brass will once again take place in the picturesque town of Evesham on 28 October. The organising team, led by Chairperson Val Trim, is bracing itself for another bumper entry of competitors. Val commented: "Entries are up significantly once again, and we have a month to go until close of entries. We will be running five sections and can confirm higher numbers across the board. Interested bands at every level are advised to get their entries in quickly now. Leaving it until the last minute is only courting possible disappointment." The official date for the close of entries is September 5th, with the draw taking place a few days later.

Boasting excellent organisation, a generous prize fund, a qualification link to the British Open Spring Festival and an increase in cash prizes, there is plenty to look forward to. Val added: "We have added a special prize for visual entertainment to reward those bands that take that give that extra touch of polish to their presentations.”

There is also a new prize that reflects the personal interest shared by some of the Wychavon team, Val continued, "We have three baritone players sitting on our committee and we thought that for far too long the baritone section has been perceived as a 'Cinderella' of the band. This year that will change that by awarding trophies in every section to the best baritone team on the day — a fitting acknowledgement of the often unsung heroes of a contest performance!"

Further trophies will be award to encourage participation of youngsters and junior bands are encouraged to get in touch with the organising team for more details to take part. Full details of contest rules, entry forms, entry fees and prizes are available at this website.

The Wychavon Festival of Brass committee is also looking to encourage anyone interested in joining their vibrant organising team, and if you are interested, please contact Val on 07780665558.

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