The Fodens Richardson Band have been busy strengthening its cornet ranks by announcing the signing of Matthew Fearn on 3rd cornet.

Matthew comes from a rich background of banding having played with Pemberton Old and Wingates.

Addition

Another addition sees Shaun Hudson join on 2nd Euphonium. Shaun recently come out retirement following a long spell at the Grimethorpe and joined prior to this years North West area contest.

The band are delighted with these new developments ahead of what is hoped to be a successful second half of 2008Gareth Westwood, Fodens Band

Full time

Finally, Natsumi Inaba, has taken on the role of solo baritone on a full time basis. Over the last 9 months Natsumi, formally 2nd Euphonium, has proven herself to be a fine exponent of the instrument giving wonderful performances at major contests.

Gareth Westwood told 4BR: "The band are delighted with these new developments ahead of what is hoped to be a successful second half of 2008."