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Training Band gets new MD - John Storey
Some years ago Gosport Silver Band decided to form a Training Band to encourage young people to learn to play a brass instrument, not only to
provide them with a most enjoyable hobby which will last a lifetime, but with the added advantage of providing players for the Senior Band, in due course
This has proved very successful, particularly over the past two years when the Training Band has been directed by Irenka Urdova. She has
markedly improved the overall Training Band standards and in so doing, has helped the youngsters develop their individual musical ability.
Unfortunately, Irenka has to return to her native Czech Republic to help care for an elderly relative, but the Band has welcomed John Storey, a
local brass musician to take over her role. John recently spent seven years helping teach young musicians with the RMLI Cadet Marching Band, and at a farewell concert for Irenka, in front of
parents, friends and members of Gosport Silver Band, John expressed his admiration for the progress the young people have made and welcomed the opportunity to help with the continuation of the young
people’s musical development.
Presently, the Training Band is 18 strong, with 15 young people - and 3 Mums and Dads working hard to learn their instruments as fast as their
sons and daughters. They meet on Sunday mornings at Thorngate Hall, and more information is available from either Ann Simmonds on 023 92524166 or John Storey on 023 92583192
Gosport Silver Band would also be interested in players to boost the main band. We presently require a euphonium, a back row
cornet, a front row cornet, trombones, a Bb bass and an Eb bass. All other players will equally be welcome. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Please contact Dr. Len Gittins on 023
92363707 for more details.
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