MEMBERS of a brass band will perform their biggest ever concert at the North-East's leading music venue.

Houghton Brass Band will perform a summer evening concert at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday, July 17.

The band have lined up two soloists to perform with them on the night -internationally renowned cornet soloist Russell Gray and Norwegian tuba player Eirik Gjerdevik.

The band have organised return coaches to take people from the Houghton and Hetton area to the concert, priced £3. Concert tickets are £7.

The band is also organising a free afternoon workshop in the Houghton area, where young brass players can learn from Mr Gray and Mr Gjerdevik. For concert, workshop and bus bookings, call 0191-526 4750.