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Port Erin Festival of Brass to return on Saturday

Port Erin Beach in Summer

Rotary Club of Rushen and Western Mann has announced the 4th Annual Festival of Brass in Port Erin on June 15 at St Catherine’s Church Gardens.

The Festival was launched in 2021 to great success and this year will be celebrating Rushen Silver Band’s 75th Anniversary.  

The musical extravaganza starts at 1pm and will include performances from five bands, along with a finale performance of massed bands at the end.

Festival of Brass

Official sponsor Santander International, James Geldart, Managing Director “The Isle of Man boasts a vibrant heritage in music and the arts, and at Santander International, we take pride in supporting and celebrating this cultural legacy.

“We are thrilled to sponsor the Port Erin Festival of Brass for the fourth consecutive year, an exceptional event that merges the island’s brass music tradition with contemporary talent.”

Chris Weldon, Band Chairman, “Rushen Silver Band is delighted to be taking part in this fantastic event, promoting brass music on the Island, and at the same time supporting the Rotary fund raising efforts.

“In this 75th Anniversary year for the Band playing at such an event in Port Erin is a huge honour, and shows the band is at the heart of the local community, and we are great fun for all the support we get.”

Charlie Morrey is a Broadcast & Multi Media Journalist for Manx.News and also is a Presenter on Energy FM. Charlie has previously written for Isle of Man Newspapers, magazines and also started her broadcasting career with Manx Radio.

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