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New career move for Archibald

The highly respected professional trumpet player Paul Archibald has become Head of Woodwind and Brass at Shrewsbury International School, Bangkok.

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  Paul Archibald takes up the new teaching role in Bangkok

The highly respected professional trumpet player Paul Archibald will embark on a new phase of his professional life as he takes up the role as Head of Woodwind and Brass at Shrewsbury International School, Bangkok.

Important role

Regarded as one of Asia's top schools, music plays an important role in the education of its pupils, with the music department acclaimed for its promotion of high quality concerts and recitals and its roster of world class tutors. Major performances are held at its 600 seat Memorial Hall Auditorium.

Wonderful opportunity

The Geneva Group endorsee said that the appointment gave him "a wonderful opportunity to focus on my teaching life and to work in a vibrant community that will be stimulating and challenging."

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