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Following the announcement that the Riviera International Centre in Torquay would be unavailable to host the 2022 Area Contest, the WEBBA Committee took the difficult decision to cancel this year’s competition. In its place, the Band has decided to redirect its energies into taking part in the Oxfordshire and District Brass Band Association Own-Choice Contest at the end of February.
If any of you are thinking…. ‘I can’t do a music exam’ then look to this band member who started to play the cornet under 7 years ago achieved a Merit at Grade 7 in December 2021! Ian joined us in 2015 having previously played the piano for many years. His interest in brass has grown into a great hobby and no doubt he will tell you that he loves it. As well as learning new skills, Ian has challenged himself as an adult to take music exams, which can be quite a tense experience. Ian adopted a systematic approach to practice through lockdown to get himself exam ready. Its amazing what a bit of dedication can do. Well done Ian. We’re so proud of you. Kerry Ford – Brass Tutor, Lydney Town Band  It has been a challenging year for the Band with the various Covid-19 restrictions affecting when, where and how we could rehearse. It has also been a year of success and growth! Lydney Town Band has grown and been able to give its first concerts in nearly 15 years, the Training Band and Starter Group have continued to welcome new members who will be the foundation of the Band’s future development, and the Bandroom has undergone various renovations to safeguard its future. We would like to thank everyone for their support this year and wish you all a very Happy New Year!
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