New Signings for NASUWT

NASUWT Riverside Band has announced that Lee Skipsey, the former City of Bradford MD, will be taking them to the British Open in Birmingham in September. The 2019 Grand Shield winner has also announced a number of personnel changes as they work towards performing Edward Gregson's 'The World Rejoicing' at Symphony Hall.

Gareth Sykes has joined the band on bass trombone, taking over from Brian Gibson who stepped down from contesting after 43 years of outstanding service. Meanwhile, Wayne Filer has joined on assistant principal cornet after Matthew Snaith left to study at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, whilst Beth Carabine has joined the percussion team after a break from playing.

A spokesperson for the band stated, "We welcome all three signings but take the opportunity to thank those stepping down for their outstanding service and commitment to the band. We are certainly looking forward to working with Lee on what is a fantastic piece."

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