THIS week for the first time in it's history Otley Brass Band is taking their music to the capital city of France - Paris.

Forty-two members with ages ranging from 12 to 85 are going to entertain the Parisians and summer tourists in a variety of stunning locations. These include the Jardin du Luxembourg and Square Jean XXIII.

Band musical director Will Rowson said: "I am so proud to lead the band on their first ever European trip to Paris. We have enjoyed for years entertaining the people of Yorkshire now want to spread our wings further to France. Who knows where we will up next year!"

The band is joined by members of other Yorkshire bands including Guiseley Band and Shepherd band. They will be away until Tuesday next week.