Northamptonshire based Brackley & District Band, led Musical Director Adrian Raven, have told 4BR that they are building for a strong future with the addition of three new principal signings.

Trio

20 year old Josh Hughes joins on principal cornet with Louise Davis coming in on solo horn. Meanwhile, Neil Brownless joins as principal trombone and Assistant Musical Director.

Great band

Josh told 4BR: "When I knew the position was available I jumped at the chance to take on this seat with a great band. I can now look forward to a long and successful era with them."

A band spokesperson told 4BR: "Neil is a freelance trombonist and conductor based in Northampton, and is currently working towards his Licentiate Diploma on trombone after completing a Maths degree at Portsmouth University.

He is also the Deputy MD for Northampton Concert Band, and has been recently announced as the new MD of Abingdon Concert Band."

When I knew the position was available I jumped at the chance to take on this seat with a great band. I can now look forward to a long and successful era with themJosh Hughes

Notable

They added: "Louise is a freelance music and brass teacher, and has enjoyed a notable playing career, including appearing at all major contests with the Flowers Band and the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain."