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New Arrivals in Sandbach
Foden's are pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Jeffers on Solo Baritone and Wilson Taylor on Solo Cornet.
Foden's are represented at Buckingham Palace
On Tuesday 15th May John Barber and Mark Wilkinson from Foden's Band were invited by Her Majesty the Queen to attend a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
Foden's commence summer vacation
Following our visit to the Isle of Man last weekend the band now commence a well deserved summer break after performing in 19 public appearances, 2 contests (winning both) a cd recording and trips to Northern Ireland and Denmark since January.
Foden's congratulate Anna Hughes-Williams on being awarded the 'Mortimer Medal'
Foden's band are extremely proud that one of their members has been awarded the 'Mortimer Medal' for recognition of their services to the teaching of young brass musicians.
Foden's have announced the appointment of Jonathan Bates on Solo Horn from Grimethorpe
Speaking about the appointment Mark Wilkinson commented 'Foden's are extremely pleased to announce that Jonathan has joined the band to fill a vacancy since last August. We are extremely grateful to Paul Bennett, Heather Linnell and Helen Varley who have all done a fantastic job covering this vacant position.'
Foden's announce the signing of Darren Lea on Solo Cornet
Speaking about the signing Mark Wilkinson commented 'All at Foden's are extremely pleased that Darren has joined the band. I have been a great admirer of Darren's playing for a number of years and he will bring a wealth of experience to the band.'
Foden's announce the signing of Jonathan Kitchen on Percussion
Jonathan's professional life is as a cellist, where he can be seen working with the LPO, BBCCO & English Touring Opera. However, having been brought up by a Yorkshireman it was only a matter of time before banding became part of his life.
Kirsten Stott (Thomas) returns to Foden's
Following the departure of Ryan Coates Foden's are pleased to announce the signing of Kirsten Stott (Thomas) who joins on 2nd Cornet.
Foden's announce the appointment of Gary Curtin as the bands new Solo Euphonium
Foden's are pleased to announce the appointment of Gary Curtin as the bands new Solo Euphonium who joins from Black Dyke.
Foden's announce the departure of David Thornton
Foden's have announced that David Thornton has resigned his position as Solo Euphonium from the end of December and accepted an offer to return to Brighouse and Rastrick as their new Musical Director.
For any conductor and every audience, Foden’s Band is a musical Magic Carpet. It continually takes the listener to places that few other ensembles rarely even approach
