Arrow Valley Brass has announced that the experienced conductor Andy Culshaw has agreed to work with the band over the coming year.

Andy will rehearse the band on a regular basis supported by veteran MD Dave Stanley, and will also take the band in contests and in some of its concert performances.

Andy has been involved with the band for a long time, usually to prepare for a contest, and his ability and experience will give the band a great boostDave Stanley

Great boost

Dave told 4BR: "I'm personally delighted with this arrangement. Andy has been involved with the band for a long time, usually to prepare for a contest, and his ability and experience will give the band a great boost.

I look forward to us working together, not least because Andy is a valued friend."