DETAILS have been published for the return of Durham’s popular Brass Festival – celebrating everything from soul to jazz music and traditional to classical.

Organised by Durham County Council, the festival runs from Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 16, and will also hosting the BBC Big Band’s tribute to jazz trumpet legend, Dizzy Gillespie.

North-East stars of the West End Matt Corner and Kate Graham will join the Scottish Swing Orchestra and the Brass Broadway Chorus.

Venetian Surround Sound brings together Durham Cathedral Choir with early music virtuosos His Majesty’s Sagbutts & Cornetts to perform a tailor-made concert programme designed to the acoustics and layout of Durham Cathedral.

Two great North-East traditions, brass bands and choral societies, come together on Saturday, July 15 in a new version of William Walton’s Belshazzar’s Feast. The concert will feature the Reg Vardy Band and a special festival chorus in a unique celebration of brass and voices.

The first-ever Big Band Summer School will be held for young intermediate and advanced players, from July 14 to 16.

Durham’s Brass festival director Paul Gudgin said: “We’re delighted to announce the return of Brass for 2017.

“The festival has become known not only for offering great music and incredible entertainment, but also as a commissioner of new and exciting works and this year is no exception."

Steve Howell, head of culture and sport, said: “Unbelievably we are into our 11th year of Brass in Durham, always bringing the very best of a broad range of brass music from around the world to our wonderful city."

Tickets are now on sale for a selection of events at www.brassfestival.co.uk