Sunday. We had a lie in today - an extra half an hour !!
We visited three villages today and had a flurry of snow !
One of the villages was where the first ever Brass Band was founded in 1998 and still had an original member present. The British team gave out the march 'Slaidburn' for the youngsters to try and also some Hymn books. Phil then asked the drummer to play a bluesy rhythem and performed a razzy little number.What a player !!!!!!
Had lots more refreshments laid on by the Bands including vodka at 11.30 am !
Remi had arranged a visit to the Blacksmith in the afternoon where Trefor's cross was made.Their daughter plays in the village Band. We then watched as the Blacksmith made a couple of miniature horse shoes and inscribed one with 'Lydbrook Band' to hang over the Bandroom door. It was lovely to visit.
We then visited the last village Band of the weekend where yet again the Mayor was present. More schnapps and food followed and back off to the Hotel for a couple of hours break.
This evening we walked into Panevezys to a lovely restaurant where we entertained Remi, his wife and son Loranus and Piet Visser from the Netherlands who directed the masterclasses.
Many emotional and entertaining speeches were made, especially from Pam, Tref's sister! It was an absolutely fab evening. Back to the Hotel for a nightcap. Long day tomorrow.