Former flugel player John Doyle, has returned to take up the repiano cornet seat at Black Dyke.

Excited

John told 4BR: "I'm truly excited about returning to my banding family, the way the band is run, the professionalism of its members and its forward thinking direction from the boss makes it unique."

I'm truly excited about returning to my banding family, the way the band is run, the professionalism of its members and its forward thinking direction from the boss makes it uniqueJohn Doyle

Taking over

He will take over from Lee Rigg, who has decided leave so he can spend more time with his family. Lee commented to 4BR: "I would like to thank Nicholas for giving me the opportunity to be a member of the band winning the Open and National and have some very memorable times."

Terrific player

Nicholas Childs meanwhile told 4BR: "Lee is a terrific player and we look forward to giving him this space with his family and I certainly look forward to future appearances where Lee will be depping with Black Dyke as our number one deputy."

He added: "Of course John Doyle’s prowesses as a player need little introduction and we welcome him back and I am sure he will make a very significant contribution to the band and its activities."