The life and dedicated service to the brass band movement of the late Keith Hollinshead is to be remembered next month with a special concert hosted by the Pemberton Old Wigan Band.

The free event will be held Saturday, 2nd November at the band's base at Enfield Street in Pemberton (WN5 8DZ), starting at 7.00pm.

The former player, conductor and administrator passed away on in May, aged 83.

Career

His formative playing career came through Wigan Boys Club Band under the baton of William Haydock who instilled a lifelong passion for brass banding. He later went on to play and be associated with Haigh, Wingates, Carlton Mian Frickley, Yorkshire Imperial, Cammel Laird, Royal Doulton and Pemberton.

In later years he enjoyed a close association with Harry Mortimer and was instrumental in gaining sponsorship from JJB Sports company that benefited the British Open Championships and was part of the team at that event for many years.

The night will be filled with music and memories in honour of Keith.

Free entry with a ticket, donations welcomed at the door. Let's come together to celebrate, remember, and enjoy.