Brass bands and tradition - as predictable as night follows day.
But one Isle of Man brass band is fine-tuning its look as the summr season approaches - and has given itself a makeover!
Douglas Town Band has splashed out more than ?7,000 on new uniforms, which they hope will keep one step ahead of their rivals in the competitive world of brass playing.
Band chairman Paul Lewin says they've shed the look not just of last year - but the last two decades!
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