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Porthouse the Main man for Carlton challenge

Ian Porthouse will lead Carlton Main Frickley's challenge at the Yorkshire Area Championships.

Porthouse
  Ian Porthouse will lead Carlton Main Frickley Colliery at the Yorkshire Area Championships.

Carlton Main Frickley has told 4BR that the band is looking forward to being conducted by Tredegar MD, Ian Porthouse at the forthcoming Yorkshire Area Championships in Huddersfield.

Excited

Speaking on behalf of the 2013 and 2015 winner, Band Manager Robert Browne said: "When the opportunity arose to secure Ian's services we jumped at the chance. It's fantastic to be working with one of the best conductors in UK banding.

We thoroughly enjoyed working with Ian on the brilliant 'Dark Arteries' with the Rambert Ballet so we're excited to link up once more."

We thoroughly enjoyed working with Ian on the brilliant 'Dark Arteries' with the Rambert Ballet so we're excited to link up once moreCarlton Main Frickley Colliery

Thanks

The band also thanked Paul Holland who has helped in the Area preparation alongside Ian as well as Musical Director, Ian McElligott.

Rob added: "It was a real pleasure to work with Paul for the first time. It's clear to see why he has already had so much success in his career and we're looking forward to building this relationship further in the future."

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