Sandhurst Silver Band has announced their new conducting partnership of Ian Peaple, a former Director of Music in the British Army, and Andrew Porter (above), current Bandmaster of The Band of The Irish Guards.

Both musicians know the band well: Ian has played and conducted Sandhurst in recent years and Andrew more recently has been playing solo euphonium as well as standing in when required for former MD Ian McElligott.

Both MD's are excellent musicians and will help further develop the bandSandhurst Silver Band.

Excellent musicians

A spokesperson told 4BR: "Both MD's are excellent musicians and will help further develop the band.

Ian, as a well-respected musician brings a set of fresh ears and ideas and will work closely with Andrew who will use his experience and knowledge of the brass band world to develop and maximise our potential."

Wychavon

They added: "Ian and Andrew will share upcoming conducting duties with an immediate focus on the Wychavon Entertainments Contest where Andrew will lead the band."