New signings at VBS Poynton

New signings come in as Poynton says goodbye to a long serving trombone stalwart.

Tuesday, 27 May 2014

Vernon Building Poynton has announced a brace of new signings ahead of their forthcoming Whit Friday appearances.

Signings

Helena Wardle comes in on flugel horn from Unite the Union Band, whilst Darren Samuel comes in on bass trombone having previously played for Roberts Bakery and Rainford.

Darren replaces long serving bass trombone David Deacon who has made the decision to retire after being a Poynton member for well over 20 years.

Thanks

Band Chairman, Gary White told 4BR: "I'd like to thank David for all his year’s service to the band. He has been a fantastic asset who always gave 100% and he will be missed."

I'd like to welcome both Darren and Helena to the band. Both are great players and I'm looking forward to working with them both for a long time to comeMD, Neil Samuel

Great players

Commenting on the new players, MD Neil Samuel told 4BR: "I'd like to welcome both Darren and Helena to the band. Both are great players and I'm looking forward to working with them both for a long time to come."

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