A LONG-established band with more than 120 players has received plaudits for the work it does for the community.
Kirkbymoorside Town Brass Band, which celebrated its bi-centenary last year, has been commended by the High Sheriff of North Yorkshire, John Furness, who presented the band with a cheque for £250 at the band room in Manor Vale.
While supporting the crown and judiciary are central elements of the year-long post, the High Sheriff also has a role in encouraging and supporting charities.
He said: “The band performs for free to numerous charitable fundraising events and offer excellent training programmes to its members.
“Thousands of people enjoy the band each year and I am very happy to support and commend them for their good work in serving their local community.”
The band provides free instruments and tuition to all who wish to learn, with players aged five to 75.
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