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Musical moped ride for Corry

Jonathan Corry is currently enjoying a long ride on a quick machine for charity...

Corry
 

Jonathan Corry, Bandmaster of Enfield Citadel band has just commenced his marathon moped/brass band conducting ride from John O'Groats to Land's End.

Classic

Jonathan, a keen classic bike enthusiast and brass band conductor, has fused his two passions to raise money for the Salvation Army 'Action Africa' and 'Riders for Health' charities.

And the conductor is making the trip aboard the appropriately named 1955 NSU 'Quickly' moped that has been donated for the run by Roger Wort.

The 'Action Africa' charity is raising funds for the Salvation Army mission in Chikakata which is trying to buy a new 4x4 ambulance whilst 'Riders for Health' provides medics in Africa with motorcycles, the knowledge to maintain them and various other transport management solutions.

And the conductor is making the trip aboard the appropriately named 1955 NSU 'Quickly' moped4BR

Conducting bands

On his way through the country Jonathan will be conducting as many bands as possible, ranging from youth bands, SA summer schools, National Youth Band of Scotland, contesting and town bands culminating in a concert with St Keverne Band in Cornwall on August 12th.

For more information on Jonathan's efforts and to donate log on to www.quicklyrun.co.uk

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