Fodens are pleased to announce that the bands Assistant Principal Cornet Richard Poole will take over the vacant Soprano position. Richard has covered for Alan Wycherley on a number of occasions during the past couple of years as well as during Alan's recent health problems. Anna Hughes-Williams makes a welcome return to cover the vacant solo cornet position caused by Richards new appointment.

Due to work and family reasons bass player Garry Proctor has left the band and will be replaced by the experienced Andrew Warriner who makes a welcomed return on BBb bass.

Gavin Saynor, eflat bass, has left the band due to the 2 hour travel either way to band from Wales. Gavins replacement will be announced in due course.

Fodens would like to wish the above players all the best in their future endeavours