ROSSENDALE Council's art unit is banging the drum to raise support for a new Samba band. Novices, experts and anyone interested in joining are invited to attend a series of evening sessions at Haslingden High School. The sessions are due to start in October.

Arts development Officer Elaine Wilson, said: "We have had a slow but good response. Quite a few have said they are interested. Anyone can come along. People who have never done anything like this before, or experts, any age can join in."

Contact Elaine on 01706 244673.