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Published on December 12th, 2016 by gavin

Brass Factor Sell Out Success

The only brass band competition of it’s kind, Brass Factor kicked off this Autumn at The Engine Shed in Wetherby and The Picturedrome in Holmfirth.  

On the 12th and 19th of November 2016, the award-winning musical contest saw six talented brass bands compete for the coveted title of Brass Factor Winner.

Playing a 20-minute set each, the brass bands were evaluated by a number of musical experts and celebrity judges, including former professional snooker player, Willie Thorne, Emmerdale’s John Bowe and international English cricketer Ryan Sidebottom.

Brighouse-based brass band, Elland Silver stole the Wetherby show and Wakefield Metropolitan Brass Brand were victorious at this year’s Holmfirth event.

Founded in 2010, Brass Factor’s aim is to celebrate brass music and bring together brass talent from across the country, whilst providing an evening of musical entertainment for eager audiences. The contest takes the form of a panellist show whereby celebrity and musical judges make decisions about their preferred acts on the night.

Founder of Brass Factor, Alex Bray is keen to support charities and since its inception, Brass Factor has raised approximately £15,000 for worthy causes. This year’s Brass Factor has raised £600 for children’s charities, Martin House Hospice and the Huddersfield Town Foundation.

Brass factor judge and BBC Radio Leeds’ Yorkshire Brass presenter, David Hoyle told A4B: “The talent at Brass Factor this year was astonishing, particularly the youth musicians, who really demonstrated their exceptional abilities.”

Commenting on the evening’s success Brass Factor founder, Alex told A4B: “The events were a huge success; the venues were packed out and the celebrity judges were exceptional. They provided real character to the evening, particularly Wille Thorne who did a sterling job of entertaining audiences. The audience certainly played their part too by cheering and jeering the judges throughout the night. We sold more tickets this year than any other year previous and everyone involved is really pleased with how both events turned out. Preparations are already under way for next year.”

To learn more about Brass Factor, please visit: http://brassfactor.com




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