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New quintet at St Dennis

The St Dennis Band announce a quintet of new signings.

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The St.Dennis Band has announced the signing of a quintet of new players.

Terry Sleeman joins on solo baritone with Graham Barker on solo horn, Andrew Rice on bass trombone, Phil Willcock on cornet and Darren May on percussion.

Graham will also occupy the role of Bandmaster and will work closely with the current conducting team.

Strong signings

A spokesperson told 4BR: "These are very strong signings ahead of the 2012 contesting season. All five players are no strangers to Championship level contesting and will all make their debuts at the SWBBA Annual Contest held at Torquay in November."

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