Helga Perry has been names as the new MD at District of Dunchurch Brass.

Experience

Helga studied in Birmingham and Zurich and has a Master's degree in music from the University of Birmingham.

Has conducted bands at Coleford, Fairford and Nailsworth and is involved in editing Gilbert & Sullivan operas for the American music publisher Broude Brothers Ltd.

She is currently playing percussion at Jaguar Land Rover Band and Worcester Philharmonic Orchestra.

We thank Gary for his work over the last five years since formation, and he will now take a playing position within the band. We are looking forward to working with HelgaBand spokesperson

Thanks and welcome

A spokesperson told 4BR: "Our MD Gary Smallwood, suggested that we approach Helga to take over the baton. We thank Gary for his work over the last five years since formation, and he will now take a playing position within the band. We are looking forward to working with Helga and hopefully with other playing positions being filled in the near future."