Supporters of the Clarence Adoo Trust have announced a new fundraising project to take place later this year, when Enfield Citadel Band, under the guest conductor John Ward, will record a celebration of Eric Ball's music.

The project will be the fifth in a series of the recordings acknowledging Clarence's Salvation Army background, by exploring the work of its composers and arrangers.

Abbotts lead

On this recording, Yamaha artist and Carlton Main Frickley Colliery principal cornet Kirsty Abbotts will perform the much-loved 'Clear Skies'. Kirsty has been part of the musical efforts to support Clarence since being the first leader of the Clarence Adoo Ensemble in 2008.

Huge demand

John Ward told 4BR: "There remains a huge demand to hear Eric Ball's great music, and in doing so support such an inspirational person.

The repertoire will lean towards less familiar or rarely recorded works alongside a few well-loved favourites. It's great to have Kirsty on board again: She is unquestionably one of the very best cornet players around."

Inspirational

Andrew Justice, deputy bandmaster and principal trombone added: "The group is delighted to be involved in this series of recordings to raise funds for Clarence, who is a personal friend and inspiration to the band.

We look forward to the leadership of John Ward for this recording, whose commitment to supporting Clarence in this way also inspires us."

There remains a huge demand to hear Eric Ball's great music, and in doing so support such an inspirational personGuest conductor, John Ward

Excited

Meanwhile, Clarence Adoo himself commented: "I'm very excited about the possibility of another recording to support the Clarence Adoo Trust.

This will be very special recording knowing the composer's music, the musicians involved and the recording team."