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New MD at Abergavenny

David Griffiths is the new MD at Abergavenny Borough Band.

Griffiths
 

Dave Griffiths has become the new MD at Abergavenny Borough Band, taking his first rehearsal this week.

Build

David told 4BR: "I wish to build on the good work already laid by my friend, Gareth Ritter. I look forward to introducing new and challenging music, to continue to create entertaining and enterprising concerts, along with building on the recent success and accomplishments on the contest platform."

I look forward to introducing new and challenging music, to continue to create entertaining and enterprising concerts, along with building on the recent success and accomplishments on the contest platformDavid Griffiths

Pleased

Band Chairman, Andrew Richards, added: "The band was very pleased that so many were interested in the position of MD and we all believe we have a bright and successful future working with Dave. We look forward to concerts and contests with eager anticipation."

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