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All change at Kidlington

There have been a number of changes at the Kidlington Band.

Kidlington
 

Kidlington Concert Brass has announced a number of additions to the ranks — some new and some old.

Welcome

The band welcome Tom James and Ali Howes on Bb cornet and Nick Collier on Eb bass respectively, while Emma Farrow comes in to join the euphonium section.

Old friends Ed Clark and Karen Burton, join on soprano cornet and front row, with previous soprano player, Alex Elderfield, moving onto Bb cornet.

Front row cornet Pete Howell is leaving us for year whilst on sabbatical in the states, whilst Hannah McGuffie returns from her travels in Africa4BR

African return

Front row cornet Pete Howell is leaving us for year whilst on sabbatical in the states, whilst Hannah McGuffie returns from her travels in Africa.

In sadder news, principal trombone, Robert Marsh, is leaving to pursue other interests, and the band wish himm the best of luck, with their thanks for the dedication he has shown over the years.

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