Sparke to receive BUMA Award

Philip Sparke to receive prestigious BUMA Award in Holland.

Wednesday, 24 August 2011

Philip Sparke is to receive a prestigious BUMA Award this weekend in Holland.

Philip will receive the award from the Dutch version of the Performing Rights Society for his contribution to music making in the country at a concert being given by Welsh champions Cory at Amsterdam’s Concertgebow.

Honour

Philip told 4BR: "I’m delighted to be receiving the award. I’m following in some famous footsteps and for my music to be recognised in this way is a real honour."

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