The Kippax Band has secured the most sought after signing of the banding year with the news that soprano legend, Peter Roberts will turn out for the band after a four and a half year lay off from playing.

The ex-Grimethorpe, YBS and Black Dyke star called band chairman Colin Moss, to ask if he could start having a blow with the band.

To welcome a player of Peter’s calibre to our ranks is a real boost to everyone. His ability, experience and musicianship will be a real asset to usMD, Colin Moss

Delighted

Colin told 4BR: "Peter came along for a blow, and within a couple of weeks we were delighted to have secured his signature. To welcome a player of Peter’s calibre to our ranks is a real boost to everyone. His ability, experience and musicianship will be a real asset to us."

First appearance

Peter will make his first concert appearance with Kippax in a few weeks time, before a contesting debut at the Leicestershire Brass Band Association Contest on Sunday 27th November.