The Brackley & District Band has announced the appointment of Adrian Raven as its new Musical Director.
Experience
A spokesperson told 4BR: "Adrian comes to the band with vast experience as a tuba player, teacher and conductor."
New Zealand
Having recently returned after a 20 year stint in New Zealand, where he played with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and the Philharmonia Auckland Orchestra, Adrian is now a peripatetic brass teacher as well as tuba player with Grimethorpe Colliery.
The spokesperson added: "We look forward to working with Adrian as the band looks to continue its progression."