It would be hard to imagine a Christmas in Yorkshire without the sound of brass band music.

But hopefully we will not have to find out for a long while, if the enthusiasm of University of Huddersfield’s young brass band recruits is anything to go by.

Taking to the stage in the magnificent surroundings of a packed Leeds Town Hall, they proved that the rousing brass notes have no less a place in modern life as they did during the last century.

Performing a range new takes on old classics, they created their own festive stamp through comedic skits, an attitude that set the band apart from some of their older contemporaries.

Coming on stage to perform a skit which saw them pretending to bumble around, they instantly left the audience feeling at ease.

However, it was during the solos where their tongue in cheek parts created the top moments of the set.

This was done best during their rendition of Frosty the Snowman, in which Charles Bereford performed an accomplished solo while dressed head to toe in a snowman outfit.

It soon became more farcical when the solos became even longer, where his outbursts caused audience members to break into laughter.

The talents of student conductors was also showcased, after they were given the opportunity to lead several pieces.

Ashley Higgins conduction of Pie Jesu was another highlight, in which he helped the band create a punchy, uplifting version perfect for the festive party season.

One of the closing songs, Jingle Bells, did not fail to disappoint, and encouraged an impromptu sing-a-long.

It made great use of the band’s several percussionists, who through tight drumming and wooden bell shaking made their version one of the punchiest I had ever heard.

Resident city organist, Simon Lindley, added an extra layer of joviality to the concert with his endearing and complex solos throughout the set.

A great end to a busy year for the band, it was a fitting send-off for them into a promising new year.