A BRASS band has issued an urgent appeal for volunteers to take part in a musical experiment.

Tutor Andrew Dalby, of Bedale brass band, aims to prove that anyone can learn to play a brass instrument well enough in a few hours to be able to join a musical ensemble.

He said: "People with no prior musical experience or knowledge are especially welcome, as are children and adults of all ages."

The exercise will begin with a session at Aiskew chapel hall on Saturday, September 2, from 1pm to 5pm.

For further details contact Mr Dalby on (01845) 525693 or turn up on the day