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Elliott returns to lead Staffs revival

The return of former Chairman Shaun Elliott comes with the promise of a bright and exciting future.

Staffs Band
  The returns of their Chairman comes with the promise of exciting times

The Staffordshire Band has been presenting its annual awards, with the much sought after 'Player of the Year' accolade going to solo horn player Mike Faulkner.

The 'Bandsperson of the Year' was won by percussionist and longest serving player, Ian Richards, with the 'Chairpeson's Recognition Awards' going to Joel Campbell on cornet and bass player Paul Dale.

Chairman return

The annual general meeting also saw the return of Shaun Elliott returned as Chairman after a well earned 12 month break, with a new team of officers put in place as the band looks forward to the second half of 2017 and beyond.

The band has a bright and exciting future ahead and the new committee have already agreed a set of priorities to be put in place as soon as possible Chairman, Shaun Elliott

Exciting future

Shaun told 4BR: "After 20 years in the role the first time, and after a nice break, it's good to be back. The band has a bright and exciting future ahead and the new committee have already agreed a set of priorities to be put in place as soon as possible.

I'm convinced that the best times for Staffs lie ahead, and I'm looking forward to being a part of that process."

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