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June tunes

Summer is here and the Band is looking forward to a busy season of gigs and ceilidhs in and around Grange during July and August.  You can get a sneak preview of what they are by checking the "Calendar" tab on our website.

And before that? 

New tunes!  Alison, our brilliant leader and Musical Director, has arranged some Spanish music for us to play.  But not just that.  She has gone above and beyond, taking up a new instrument to help us get that authentic Spanish sound.

Find out what Alison's new instrument is when you come and join us at one of our Summer gigs.  More information about those nearer the time.  Watch this space!  

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