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Lofthouse celebrate in style

Fodens top man to help celebrate Lofthouse decade.

Lofthouse
 

Thursday, 30 July 2009

        

Lofthouse 2000 Brass recently kicked off their 10th Anniversary Year in style at a recent formal dinner, where over 100 guests including members, ex-members and supporters celebrated their achievements over the past decade.

Highlight

It was also announced that the highlight of the anniversary year will be a concert in October which will include special guest soloist, Mark Wilkinson, principal cornet Fodens Band.

We are privileged to welcome Mark Wilkinson to our celebrations. He is an extremely talented musicianAndrew Whitaker

Delight

Musical Director, Andrew Whitaker confirmed his delight at the forthcoming concert to 4BR: "The concert will be a chance to look back at the music and achievements of the band over the past ten years and celebrate with our supporters and friends."

He added: "We are privileged to welcome Mark Wilkinson to our celebrations. He is an extremely talented musician."

        

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