Hi.
First, a little intro. I play cornet with Tottington Public Band, but from time to time arrange events.
I am in the process of organising a ‘Bands in the Park’ event for each Sunday throughout the summer months. To that end, I have a meeting on Tuesday [16th] with the Manager from Bury Metro Parks to make arrangements for this.
The events will likely be all at the bandstand within Clarence Park, off Walmersley Road, Bury. A few years ago the bandstand was lovingly renovated and essentially stood idle ever since.
This venture is in the planning stages at the moment, but I need to ascertain if I will be able to provide bands for each weekend [Sunday afternoon].
No fees will be paid to bands, but passive collecting has been approved, so that you can raise money for your band or whatever cause you wish.
I will not be making anything out of this, I just want to get the bandstands back in use, and give some of the local bands a chance to perform.
I will be opening this to School bands also, as well as all the local brass, wind or indeed jazz bands.
Can any band who would like to take part, please contact me as soon as possible. stephen.bailey10@virgin.net
Steve Bailey[/color]