Forgemen Perform At Sheffield Steelers Game

The Forgemen had the privilege of being invited to play the National Anthem and entertain the 5,600-strong audience at the Sheffield Steelers v Nottingham Panthers ice hockey match. The game ended with a 4-3 victory for the Sheffield Steelers after a penalty shoot-out.

The brassline (and four little helpers!) performed the National Anthem at the beginning of the game under the spotlights of the Arena, and then continued to liven up the crowd playing short bursts of music including “The Great Escape” and “We Will Rock You.” The younger members of the corps were not excluded either, rattling shakers and maracas during the game, and getting hugs from the Steelers mascot!

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