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SPJ says goodbye to the Police

Steve Pritchard-Jones has said goodbye to the West Mercia Constabulary Band.

Prithchard Jones
 

Thursday, 13 March 2008

        

Steve Pritchard-Jones has decided to part Ccmpany with the Band of the West Mercia Constabulary after a successful three year partnership.

Healthy state

Steve leaves the band in a healthy state and wishes the band well for the future. His last engagement will be on Friday 28th March for the Rotary Club at Hindlip Hall in Worcester.

Steve is considering other conducting opportunities and keeping his options open for the time being and in the mean time will be continue with his freelance commitments and adjudicating.

        

TAGS: West Mercia Police Band

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