The Skelmanthorpe Band has announced the signing of Adam Turner as their new solo euphonium.

Adam has spent the last three years as solo euphonium with Yorkshire rivals Drighlington and had previously played for Flowers, Hatfield and Thornbury.

Delighted

Adam told 4BR: "I was delighted to be asked to become the band’s new solo euphonium. They are in a great position to build on recent successes thanks to their new bandroom and with Martin Hall at the helm."

Adam is an exciting young talent who now helps us to look forward to the futureSkelmanthorpe Band

Exciting talent

A Band spokesperson added: "We thank Robert Cavender who has had to step down due to work commitments.

Robert had held the seat since 2006 and delivered many memorable performances, so we are delighted that he will remain involved with the band.

Adam is an exciting young talent who now helps us to look forward to the future."