Titus Salt-founded brass ensemble to perform at Skipton Town Hall
The Hammonds Band will make its return to Skipton Town Hall on Saturday, September 20, for what a spokesperson billed as "an evening of world-class music from one of the finest brass bands in the country."
The band, which dates back to 1855, was originally founded by Sir Titus Salt as a musical outlet for workers at his Saltaire mill.
Ties were later developed with the Hammonds Sauce Works (known for producing the Hammonds Chop Sauce), with the band having even been known as the Hammonds Sauce Works Band for a time.
In recent history, under the moniker of the Hammonds Band, the ensemble has performed at venues across the UK and internationally.
Recent highlights include appearances on BBC Radio 3, a feature on BBC One's Christmas Day special, and a win at the French Open Brass Band Championships.
The band also took home top honours at the Doc Martin Contest.
Morgan Griffiths, the band's musical director, said: "We're delighted to be returning to Skipton.
"The town hall is a fantastic venue, and we're really looking forward to sharing what promises to be a truly memorable evening of music with the local community."
A spokesperson added: "The Skipton concert promises an evening of thrilling music and spectacular brass, as the band returns to the beautifully refurbished Skipton Town Hall – a venue steeped in heritage and perfectly suited for the rich, resonant tones of a top-tier brass ensemble."
The concert begins at 7.30pm.
Tickets are priced between £8.50 and £12.50.
A spokesperson said: "With such a strong track record and growing public profile, this is a concert not to be missed.
"Tickets are expected to sell fast, so early booking is strongly advised."
Tickets are available at skiptontownhall.co.uk/whats-on/hammonds-band-concert/
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