Foden's support youth of Armagh

On Friday 5th February Foden’s made its annual pilgrimage to Northern Ireland as guests of the Armagh Old Boy’s Brass Band. Now in its sixteenth consecutive year, this trip has become a highlight of Foden’s hectic concert schedule.

On Saturday Foden's held a three hour rehearsal accompanying thirty-five young soloists as well as providing performance tips. Following a short lunch break the band then performed a concert involving all the soloists to a large and appreciative audience made up of proud parents, supporters and tutors. The soloists and groups were of mixed ability with those who were just starting out in their banding careers and had chosen their respective solos wisely, whilst others showed great maturity and understanding of demanding pieces.The future of banding across the Irish Sea continues to be in good hands!

The evening concert belonged to Foden’s who performed tracks from their latest CD 'Patrons' Choice IX' which will be reviewed in the March edition of BBW. The disc was released at the concert where a large and enthusiastic audience showed their appreciation by giving the band a standing ovation.