Trio of signings at St Dennis

St Dennis head to Blackpool boosted by a trio of new signings.

Wednesday, 01 May 2013

The St Dennis Band has announced the signing of three new players ahead of the Spring Festival challenge in Blackpool next weekend.

Trio

With Carlo Reski retiring from the band after providing wonderful dedicated service, the Cornish ensemble welcomes Kevin Bragg to fill the Bb Bass vacancy, whilst John Hodkin joins the percussion section and Norman Pendray adds to the cornet bench.

John and Norman performed with the band at the Area contest last month, whilst Kevin will make his debut with the band at Blackpool.

We are enjoying preparation of 'Journey into freedom' for the Spring Festival and for the West of England Bandsmen’s Festival in June where we will defend our titleSt Dennis Band

Talented players

A spokesperson told 4BR: "These talented players bring a wealth of top level banding experience to us.

We are enjoying preparation of 'Journey into freedom' for the Spring Festival and for the West of England Bandsmen’s Festival in June where we will defend our title."

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