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Webb takes the helm at Glossop

Former Fairey star trombonist takes over the baton at Glossop.

Les Webb
 

The Glossop Band has announced the appointment of Les Webb as its new Musical Director.

Highly experienced

The highly experienced trombonist and conductor has been associated with the likes of Fairey, Brighouse & Rastrick, Foden's and Grimethorpe in a highly successful playing career, as well as enjoying a highly successful spell with the baton at Eccles Borough and Marple.

We are now looking forward to working together to get Glossop Band back where it belongsGlossop Old Band

Looking forward

A spokesperson told 4BR: "We were introduced to Les by chance last year, when our conductor became unwell on the night of a concert. Les, who was actually there to help out as a player, kindly agreed to take the baton for the evening.

We are now looking forward to working together to get Glossop Band back where it belongs."

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