The reigning Butlins and Yeovil champion, Flowers has announced some comings and goings in their ranks ahead of their West of England Regional challenge in Torquay.

Work

Due to work commitments Principal Eb Bass Andy Johnson left following the band's Yeovil victory, whilst solo horn player Stewart Crawford has also departed.

A band spokesperson told 4BR: "Andy has made a huge impact on the band and will be sorely missed and Stewart has been a model bandsman who we thank for his commitment and performances over the past three years."

Andy has made a huge impact on the band and will be sorely missed and Stewart has been a model bandsman who we thank for his commitment and performances over the past three yearsFlowers Band

Coming in

Coming in to replace them are Tony Pemberton and Rosie-Marie Hughes.

Tuba player Tony joins from Wantage Band, whilst Rosie makes the move from cornet to horn.

The band also welcomes David Barnard to fill the vacant on 2nd Trombone seat.

Thanks

The spokesperson added: "We would like to thank Justin Pavey and Andy Newall for depping with the band over the past year. We wish Tony, Rosie and David all the best for upcoming contest and concert season, where the band in working hard to continue it's early contest form."