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Parker stops off at Stockport Silver

Stockport Silver Band has announced that they have linked up with Alex Parker as their interim MD.

Stockport
  Alex Parker will now lead the way at Stockport Band

Stockport Silver Band has announced the appointment of Alex Parker as their interim MD whilst regular MD Ian Colwell takes a sabbatical.

Well known for his work with the successful UniBrass contest and with the Brass for Africa Charity working in Kampala, Uganda, 'Parky' will be helping the band prepare for upcoming concert performances as well for the Rochdale Contest and the 2018 Area contest.

Unique

Alex told 4BR: "I'm really looking forward to working with the band as they continue to develop.

They only returned to contesting recently but working with such an enthusiastic group with a unique social outlook is refreshing and gets to the heart of what banding for me is all about!"

Contagious

Band Chairperson Claire Byrom, added: "We're keen to keep the momentum going at Stockport Silver and are delighted that Parky has agreed to join us. His enthusiasm is contagious and the band is looking forward to exciting times ahead!

We'd like to thank all our banding friends who have assisted Stockport Silver during this brief transition and wish Ian well during his sabbatical."

They only returned to contesting recently but working with such an enthusiastic group with a unique social outlook is refreshing and gets to the heart of what banding for me is all about!Alex Parker

First appearance

Stockport rehearses once a week on Tuesdays and their first appearance together will be at the Ring O'Bells in Marple (SK6 7AY) on Sunday, 6th August (3.00-5.00pm).

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