Why not try something different this summer, have fun, raise some cash for charity and increase the profile of you band or music group.
In support of the Rambling Brass Coast to Coast March, Normans ‘Extreme Bandstand’ Challenge has been designed to give you an excuse for some summer fun and raise money for a worthwhile cause.
The competition challenges musicians to play in the most unusual locations across the UK and raise some cash for the NSPCC. All you need to do is decide on the location, arrange a time to play during August or September, and take a photograph of your group in action.
A £50.00 Normans voucher will be given to the band judged to have performed in the most unusual location and another £50.00 voucher for the group that raises the most money for the NSPCC. (Enter Here)
The Walk
In 2008 a group of Brass players under the name of Rambling Brass carried their instruments up Mount Snowdon and performed a concert at the top raising over £1000 for the NSPCC. Well this summer they are off again and this time it’s even more extreme.
On August 21st this year 9 members of the group will set off from St Bees on the west coast of England and walk 192 miles finishing 2 weeks later on the east coast at Robin Hoods Bay. Throughout the walk each member will carry their instrument in search of “natural bandstands” where they will stop and play to an unsuspecting audience and a few sheep. There will also be some scheduled performances in towns and villages en route and the band members hope to make contact with a few local bands along the way.
The Competition
In support of the efforts of Rambling Brass, Normans Musical Instruments have launched a competition which gives music groups across the country the opportunity to play in an unusual location in their locality to raise extra funds for the NSPCC.
Click Here to download the entry form and you could win £50 in Normans Vouchers. There is a prize for the group that raises the most money for the NSPCC and a prize for most unusual bandstand. Perhaps in the bread aisle at your local supermarket or with your toes in the sand at the beach. Remember originality is the key here so get thinking!!
For more information or to request an entry form by e-mail, please contact heidi.bradley@yahoo.com
So why not do something different this summer, have fun, raise some cash for charity and increase the profile of you music group.
