They might be more used to playing at military events but now Yeadon’s air cadet band is entering the world of showbiz.

Squadron members are following in the footsteps of Susan Boyle by showing off their skills in Britain’s Got Talent.

The Yeadon Air Cadets Percussion Band and drumming duo Mark Dickinson and Strachan Brittain auditioned in Manchester on Saturday for the popular TV talent show and are hoping that they will have made an good impression on Talkback Thames staff.

After the performances, Dr Peter Isherwood, the Yeadon Squadron’s media communication officer, said “The cadets were brilliant when they performed and a real credit to us and the corps.”

Cadet Tom Rawlinson, who at 13 is one of the youngest members of the band, said: “I have had a great day and I hope we get through but if we don’t, we’ve decided we’ll be back again at the auditions next year.”