AN EVENING OF CHAMPIONS starring THE COTTONTOWN CHORUS, THE NORTHERN BRASS COLLECTIVE & GUESTS

Event information

There will be at a very special musical concert in the fantastic surroundings of Holy Trinity Church, Dobcross, Saddleworth, on 12th November. The evening is being organised by the Dobcross Village Community (DVC) and is to be entitled, 'An Evening of Champions'.

Tim Newbold of the DVC says, "We have managed to get a tremendous line-up of talented musicians and singers - every one a champion. It will be a great privilege to have so many performers of such high calibre performing for us on one evening right here in the village. It promises to be a very special night to remember"

THE COTTONTOWN CHORUS
The 50-strong reigning British Champion Barbershop Chorus's great sense of fun and their unique style of vocal entertainment has gripped audiences for over 30 years.

THE NORTHERN BRASS COLLECTIVE
Brass quintet formed by members of Brighouse & Rastrick, the National British Brass Band Champions. The line up includes their first ever female member, Saddleworth's very own Laura Hirst!

ABSOLUTION SAXOPHONE QUARTET
Award winning young ensemble, formed at the Royal Northern College of Music in 2006. The group are winners of the 2009 & 2010 Trevor Wye Memorial Prize & the RNCM Chamber Music Prize earning them the title 'RNCM Ensemble of the Year 2009'.

WORLD CHAMPION WHISTLER DAVID MORRIS
Mr Morris will compere the evening and treat us to a selection from his impressive virtuoso repertoire of whistling masterpieces.

Demand for tickets is expected to be high, so you are advised to book early to avoid disappointment. Advance tickets are priced at £10 each.

Doors open: 6.30pm - Refreshments available
Concert starts: 7.30pm - Seating is unreserved

Please see the Dobcross Diary website for more information www.dobx.net