Blidworth Welfare Band has welcomed a trio of new players to its ranks.
Malcolm Portman comes in on solo trombone, percussionist David Dernley has re-joined and Phillip White comes in on the front row cornet bench.
Looking forward
Band spokesperson Samantha Turner told 4BR: "With the band looking forward to the National Finals in September and joining the Championship Section in January 2015, these signings give us a huge boost."
With the band looking forward to the National Finals in September and joining the Championship Section in January 2015, these signings give us a huge boostSamantha Turner
Denis Wick
Brass Bands England
Goodbye
On a sadder note the band said goodbye to cornet player Andy Slack who has retired from playing.
Samantha added: "We wish Andy all the best and look forward to seeing him at future band engagements."
