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New trio at Uppermill

Three new players have joined the ranks of Uppermill Band as they continue to rebuild.

Signing
  The Uppermill Band has welcomed the three new signings

Uppermill Band has announced a trio of new signings as they look to continue their encouraging process of rebuilding after the North West Regional Championships in Blackpool.

New trio

Thomas Bull joins on front row cornet following a short break from playing. A product of Hebden Bridge Junior band he has also enjoyed spells with Friendly Band, Pilling Jubilee and Lancaster University Brass Band.

Debbie Whiteley-Sykes began her musical career as a saxophonist but moved to cornet under the guidance of the late Neil Jowett. She has since played for Lindley Band's Tower Brass, Huddersfield & Ripponden and Emley Band, and with the encouragement of Uppermill players is now realising a long-held ambition to play tenor horn.

Finally, Ben Emms joins on Eb bass, showing his flexibility after a 20-year tenure on Bb bass, most recently with Friezland Band.

We are still looking to add to the ranks, so if anyone wants to join a band with an exciting future, please get in touchUppermill Band

Really pleased

Speaking about the new arrivals, Band Secretary Katie Woodward told 4BR: "We are really pleased to have attracted three players of this calibre and experience. They've fitted straight into the team and have got our rebuilding process off to a really good start.

We are still looking to add to the ranks, so if anyone wants to join a band with an exciting future, please get in touch."

Get in touch

Contact: uppermillbrassband@gmail.com

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