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Saynor leaves Foden's

Juggling commitments sees star tuba player resign from Foden's.

Saynor
 

4BR has been informed that star tuba player Gavin Saynor has resigned from Foden's with immediate effect.

Commitment

Gavin told 4BR: "I had promised myself when I joined that I would only remain with the band if it did not compromise my other commitments and even after only three weeks I have struggled to juggle everything. I believe in giving 100% commitment to everything I do, and this seems impossible at the moment."

I believe in giving 100% commitment to everything I do, and this seems impossible at the momentGavin Saynor

Not taken lightly

Gavin's decision was not taken lightly as he was looking forward to working with James Gourlay in preparation for the English Nationals, having worked with the Scot at Fairey.

No connection

Gavin also informed 4BR that he wished to be clear that the recent departure of Garry Cutt did not influence his decision to leave the band.

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