Grimethorpe Youth Band is to be led by a new Musical Director in the form of Paul Lovatt-Cooper.

Paul, who has worked with a number of youth ensembles all over the world and will take up his new role at the band's next workshop day on June 9th at the Barnsley Civic Hall.

Workshops

He will be assisted by the principal players of Grimethorpe Colliery Band as they deliver a day of workshops, culminating with a concert at the end of the afternoon. It will be followed by two more workshop days in Autumn and then December.

Speaking about his new role Paul told 4BR: "I'm really excited to be working with this excellent organisation. Along with my team of brilliant tutors, we're going to be working on and performing some really exciting and fun new repertoire to help develop the musical skills of the young players."

We're delighted that Paul has agreed to be our new Musical Director. His leadership and infectious musical enthusiasm will be great for our young musiciansKim Ward

Delighted

In response, Course coordinator Kim Ward told 4BR: "We're delighted that Paul has agreed to be our new Musical Director. His leadership and infectious musical enthusiasm will be great for our young musicians."

If any young players are interested in attending the course they can contact Kim Ward either by phone +44 7907 430249 or email Kim-ward@hotmail.co.uk