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Ward takes reins at Fulham

The experienced John Ward will take over the MD reins at Fulham Brass following their recent Area success together.

John Ward
 

Fulham Brass Band has announced that John Ward has accepted the invitation to become their new Musical Director.

Busy summer

John recently led the band to victory in the Second Section Area contest at Stevenage and will now lead the band in a busy summer season of events leading up to their Cheltenham appearance in September.

We are pleased to have such an experienced and professional conductor at the helm to work with and push the band as we prepare for our promotion to the First Section in 2015Fulham Brass

Thrilled

A spokesperson told 4BR: "The band is thrilled that John will be working with us.

We are pleased to have such an experienced and professional conductor at the helm to work with and push the band as we prepare for our promotion to the First Section in 2015."

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