Carlton Main Frickley has announced the signing of Arfon Owen as their new solo horn player.

Excited

The former Black Dyke and Grimethorpe star told 4BR: "I’m very excited to be joining the band, and look forward to my first outing with them at Brass in Concert in November. Working alongside the excellent team of players and conductors will no doubt be both exciting and hopefully rewarding."

He added: "I would also like to thank the Oldham (Lees) Band for making me feel so welcome, and I have loved working with them over the last two years. I wish them all the best for the very bright future they have in front of them."

Top class horn players are very scarce in banding, so to be able to welcome one of the best gives us a real boost ahead of our appearance at Brass in ConcertCarlton Main Frickley

Top class

A Carlton Main Frickley spokesperson told 4BR: "We are delighted to be able to sign a player of Arfon’s quality. Top class horn players are very scarce in banding, so to be able to welcome one of the best gives us a real boost ahead of our appearance at Brass in Concert."