Foden's to celebrate the Life of Harry Mortimer

2022 sees the 120th year since the birth of Harry Mortimer and 30 years since his passing. The Mortimer family were (and still are) the most famous name within the brass band community and made a significant impact on the history of Foden's. Harry Mortimer is probably the most 'well known' of the family, being a former Principal Cornet and Conductor as well as leading a 'dual' life balancing his work with Foden's as well as a busy Orchestral career.

To commemorate this, Foden’s will perform a narrated overview of Harry Mortimer's life, and the wider Mortimer family, with music associated with major points in his career. We will also view images of Harry, listen to recorded material as well as watching vintage video footage of Foden's.

The band is grateful to Paul Hindmarsh who will act as our narrator and also to Martin Mortimer who will attend the event. The concert will also feature Foden's Youth Band and will be held on Sunday 25th September at Sandbach School Theatre, commencing at 2pm. Admittance is £10 payable on the door.

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