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Young cornet star claims classic prize

Helston Town's 15 year old principal cornet player claims prestigious classical music award.

Andy Wingham
 

Helston Town Band’s 15 year old principal cornet player, Andy Wingham has become one of just four winners of a Young Musicians Platform announced by the prestigious Two Moors Festival.

First time

The south west classical music competition has been running since 2001, and this is the first time a cornet player has been amongst the winners of one of the £250 prizes.

Following two rounds of auditions with over 50 talented young musicians, the winners (including two cellists and a violinist) will now be invited to play a recital as part of the Two Moors Festival in October.

I was a finalist last year so knew what was expected. The auditions were a great experience and I am really looking forward to the concert later this yearAndy Wingham

Looking forward

Andy told 4BR: "I was so excited when I received the letter! I was a finalist last year so knew what was expected. The auditions were a great experience and I am really looking forward to the concert later this year."

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