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the main element of the show, the marching band display.
First to enter the arena were The Band and Bugles of The Rifles playing their rousing bugle marches. After their complex and entertaining display they were joined by the other remaining bands and male voice choir to start the finale, under the direction of Major Burton (retired), of the 1812 Overture involving the 105mm light guns of 104 Regiment Royal Artillery. The performance was concluded with a Sunset Ceremony played on bugle by the Assistant Bugle Major, to bring the day’s military involvement to a spectacular close.
Colonel Nick Lock OBE, Deputy Commander 160th Infantry Brigade and Headquarters Wales, said: “This promises to be a fantastic occasion with so much on offer for families to come and enjoy. Our military musicians really are masters of their craft and put on a real show. In previous years when we have put this event on we have been lucky enough to see really high attendances in and around the Roald
“MILITARY MUSIC PROVIDES A GREAT SPECTACLE AND DEMONSTRATES OUR PRIDE IN OUR REGIMENTS.”
Dahl Plass. Military music provides a great spectacle, particularly in such an iconic setting and demonstrates our pride in our regiments and Welsh musical heritage.”
A thoroughly enjoyable day was had by all, in the lovely sunshine listening to the talented musical ensembles out on display. Authors LCpl D Murrow
and Musn E Watson
THE RIFLES
The massed bands are formed up ready for the 1812 Overture and the sunset ceremony
Band and Bugles performing a concert at the bay before the final spectacle
Massed bands performing the opening fanfare