Lydney Training Band Awards Evening

Lydney Town and Training Bands celebrated their annual Achievement Awards on last Saturday at 3 Hill Street, Lydney.

Kevin Ford, Band Chairman, kicked off the event presenting welcome certificates to two of the Starter Group's newest members: Euan and Amanda. Moving onto the Band Awards, the list of winners featured players from both the Starter Group and the Training Band, across various ages and sections within the band. The winners were:

Most Promise Award - Gail Thompson (Cornet)
Most Improved Band Player - George (Euphonium)
Tutor's Award - Millie & Jessica Waskett (both - Horn)
Most Improved Cornet Player - Dougie
Player's Player Award - Sadie (Cornet)
Conductor's Award - Samuel (Cornet)
Musician of the Year - Sadie (Cornet)

There were also thank yous to the band tutors: Ken and Roger Powell, as well as Dave Wintle (not present). Following the presentations there was drama in the annual awards evening skittles tournament. After multiple rounds of knock-outs, the game culminated in a closely fought finale between Kevin, Kay and George: with Kay eventually emerging as this year's winner!