A SUCCESSFUL brass band is appealing for sponsors to help with the costs of attending several prestigious events.

The Woodfalls Band, a traditional British brass band, is celebrating 140 years of music-making this year.

Woodfalls has been very successful recently, currently ranked as one of the top 20 bands in the UK. With all this accomplishment comes more invites for the band to perform but the ensemble is struggling financially to attend them all.

In particular the band will once again play at the Royal Albert Hall in October, representing the West of England region at the National Championships.

The band has also been asked to play at the prestigious Brass in Concert festival at the Sage concert hall in Gateshead in November.

Band chairman Paul Street said: “Getting a 30-piece band to London and Gateshead, paying for accommodation plus the hours of rehearsals needed to prepare for these huge events does not come cheap.

“We would love to hear from any company or individual who could help us meet these exciting obligations.

“In return the band can offer national exposure for your brand and provide your company with high quality musical entertainment on tap for any occasion.”

The band is also looking to increase its concert work and would welcome enquiries from companies or individuals who wish to sponsor a concert, a series of concerts or book the band for an engagement however big or small.

Mr Street added: “Whether you wish to sponsor a concert or wish to book the band to perform at your event we would also welcome any enquiry.

“We have a number of sponsorship packages available to suit every budget and we can also tailor-make our performances to suit your situation, from a small ensemble up to the full band.

“What you will get though is high-class music making for a surprisingly good value price.”

To enquire about sponsorship packages or performances contact Mr Street on 07889 213639 or email sponsorship@woodfalls band.com.