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Duguid takes the helm at Aveley & Newham

Alan Duguid becomes the new Musical Director at Aveley & Newham Band

Alan Duguid
  Alan Duguid will now takes the reins at Aveley & Newham.

The Aveley & Newham Band has appointed Alan Duguid as their new Musical Director.

Originally from Aberdeen in Scotland, Alan has worked with a number of bands across the UK, most recently as the conductor of Redbridge Brass.

Commitment

He told 4BR: "Over the last six months or so I've had the pleasure to get to know the band and help them prepare for contest and concert performances.

The commitment, work ethic and level of musicianship of the players is impressive and I look forward to helping them develop further as an ensemble."

The commitment, work ethic and level of musicianship of the players is impressive and I look forward to helping them develop further as an ensembleAlan Duguid

Delighted

Will Bristow, Band Chairman, replied: "We are delighted that Alan has accepted the position and look forward to an exciting future working together."

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