A BURNLEY brass band is staging a special concert to celebrate its 140th anniversary.

And the BMP Ltd Goodshsaw band, based in Goodshawfold since it was set up in 1867, will be accompanied by the World Whistling Champion David Morris as an added bonus.

The 26-piece ensemble has also released an £8 CD, which cost £3,000 to produce, with popular pieces of film music from Pirates of the Carribean and Singing in the rain.

The band travels all over the country to compete for trophys.

It was set up in September 1867 after residents were inspired by a visit from the Padiham Original band to the village.

Band manager and tenor horn player Mark Robinson, who has been with the band for 30 years, said: "The concert is a celebration of 140 years of existence and as an added attraction we also have the world whislting champion.

"The secret of our success is keeping dedicated, quality players and having a quality conductor in Kevin Gibbs.

"We have done realy well in compeitions and many years ago we were a fantastic competing band.

"We do all types of popular music which every one will recognise and enjoy.

"We are self funded and any money we raise from the sale of the CD's and concerts will go back into the band."

New members are welcome to join the band, which rehearses in twice a week for four hours, in a room below Rakefoot Methodist Church, in York Street, Crawshawbooth, Rossendale.

Although the band is mainly self funded it has sponsorship with BMP Goodshaw Ltd which helps with travel and uniform expenses.

The concert will take place tomorrow ( Saturday September 8) at Bacup Royal Court Theatre from 7.30pm.

For tickets and information contact Mark on 01706 227331 or the Theatre Box office on the night.