The Skelmanthorpe Band has announced a trio of new signings, as the Yorkshire band welcomes Will Garside, Karen Jefferson and Paul Laycock to its ranks.

Trio

Will is a member of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and Halle Youth Orchestra. The cornet player commented; "I'm delighted to join the front row at Skelmanthorpe and play for such a fantastic band."

Meanwhile, Karen and Paul join having enjoyed plenty of top level banding experience in the Midland and Yorkshire, most recently with the Hatfield & Askern Colliery Band.

They added: "Banding is something we both enjoy and love. We were delighted to accept the chance offered by MD Martin Heartfield and be part of helping the band to continue the fantastic progress they've made in recent years."

Adding this mix of youth and experience to our talented team ensures the band will continue to perform at the highest level that we canMD, Martin Heartfield

Keep busy

The Skelmanthorpe Band diary is certain to keep them busy, with Martin adding: "Adding this mix of youth and experience to our talented team ensures the band will continue to perform at the highest level that we can."

The trio will make their first appearance at a Penistone Paramount Concert on December 9th.