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New Wellies at Telford

There are a number of new boots that have been filled at Wellington Telford Band.

Wellington Telford
 

The Wellington (Telford) Band from Shropshire has announced a group of new signings ahead of its appearance at the Pontins Championships.

Signings

Adam Handford, Sarah Bonella and Lisa Kendall have joined on cornet, Penny Handford on baritone and Ryan Richards on trombone. Keith Cosby on Bb bass and Harry Handford on percussion complete the line up.

Welcome

The band is also delighted to welcome back Jacqui Evans on Bb bass after a break from banding.

MD Mark Phillips told 4BR: "I'm delighted to welcome all the new players to the band. It is testament to the work we have done and the progress made this year that we are attracting players of such a high standard."

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