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Doyle departs from Dyke

John Doyle has resigned from the flugel horn position at Black Dyke.

John Doyle with MD Nick Childs
 

After 9 years as Black Dyke’s flugel horn, John Doyle has decided to resign from the Black Dyke Band.

100%

John commented to 4BR: "I have given 100% to Black Dyke for nine years. After studying Dyke’s schedule, I had a number of clashes due to my solo playing, increasing conducting commitments and of course, school duties. Following a meeting, the decision was agreed by both Dr Nicholas Childs and myself to take a break from Black Dyke."

Superb

Dr Nicholas Childs told 4BR: "After a superb performance at the Yorkshire Area, John and I have agreed that it would be the perfect time for him to take a break from Black Dyke."

The MD added: "He is an invaluable member on, and off stage for the band. However, he has become increasingly busy with conducting and solo engagements. He will be missed greatly at Black Dyke, and I am sure it will not be the last we see of him."

It has been a remarkable journey. During my time at Black Dyke we have won 3 Areas, 2 Nationals, 2 Opens and 1 EuropeanJohn Doyle

Remarkable journey

John meanwhile added: "It has been a remarkable journey. During my time at Black Dyke we have won 3 Areas, 2 Nationals, 2 Opens and 1 European. I have recorded 4 solos, played for the Queen, performed on ‘Groundforce’ and ‘Dinnerladies’, featured in the Millennium Dome, recorded with Peter Gabriel, The Eels, Moby, Craig David, The Beautiful South and Jules Holland."

He went on to add: "I cannot thank Nick enough for making this happen for me. He has helped my career more than anyone else and his work with the band is inspirational. I wish him, and of course everyone involved with the Black Dyke family, all the best for the future."

Other projects

John is now actively pursuing other projects. He is booked to be soloist with the Wingates band in the Cadogen Hall in London, as part of the Nyman festival on the 7th June. He is also Musical Director of the Lancashire Schools Symphony Orchestra and will be conducting them at the RNCM on the 29th June.

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