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Fodens enjoy Irish trip

Fodens cross Irish Sea to enjoy a great trip to Armagh.

Fodens
 

Earlier this month, seven membes of the Fodens Richardson Band once again embarked on their annual trip to Armagh for a week of rehearsing, masterclasses and social events organised by the 1st Old Boys (Armagh Band).

Resounding success

The week was a resounding success both musically and socially with over 80 players attending the week long course from various bands across Ireland.

From sectional rehearsals to a German themed beer keller night, the summer school has proven to grow in popularity each year thanks to the stirling efforts of Ivor and Heather Stephenson along with their wonderful and hard working family.

The week was a resounding success both musically and socially with over 80 players attending the week long course from various bands across Ireland4BR

Course highlight

A highlight of the course was a short concert given by the Fodens group in which junior members of the summer school were given the opportunity to play solos accompanied by the group.

Fodens took the opportunity to thank Julie-Ann Stephenson who sat in as a third cornet player and provided fine support for Fodens members Richard Poole and Anna Hughes.

The occassion was also marked with the beginner and intermediate bands contributing under the directorship of Mark Landon and Toby Hobson.

Gala concert

The course concluded with a gala concert featuring pieces that had been worked on all week, consisting of items from ‘12th St. Rag’ to ‘Procession to the Cathedral.’

Plans are well under way for Fodens visit to Armagh next February where the full band will perform two concerts as well as a dinner time concert to showcase the talent of some of the regions most talented young players.

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