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New resident homes in at Aldbourne

David Johnson becomes a new resident at the Aldbourne Band

Aldbourne
 

The Aldbourne Band has told 4BR that it is looking forward to an exciting time with the introduction of David Johnson as Resident Conductor to take the band on a regular basis to join Professional MD Melvin White.

Appetite

Chairman Philip Ockwell told 4BR: "David is already introducing an appetite and desire within the band and is setting the challenges for the players to respond to in the future. The band does recognise David's continued commitment to Verwood Concert Brass and we hope they continue to progress under David's leadership."

I am looking forward to working with Melvin and the band. Aldbourne have a lot of drive and commitment and it is very exciting time for the band and also myselfDavid Johnson

Looking forward

David Johnson added: "I am looking forward to working with Melvin and the band. Aldbourne have a lot of drive and commitment and it is very exciting time for the band and also myself.

Thanks

"Over the previous summer months Melvin has been greatly supported by Shaun Mundy and David Hayward, not forgetting Dave Williams at the start of the year, and we thank them for their help. I am sure we will still call on their services on occasions in the future."

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