Early Xmas prezzie gives Rothwell 2018 boost

The return of James McCabe as principal cornet has given Rothwell Temperance a great festive boost as they look towards 2018.

James McCabe helped Rothwell claim the Grand Shield during his last spell at the band

Saturday, 23 December 2017

Rothwell Temperance has announced that they have just been given a fantastic early Christmas present with the news that former principal cornet player James McCabe has returned to fill the role again.

James previously held the top-man slot for five years, helping the band win the Yorkshire Area and Grand Shield titles as well as claim three top-six finishes at the Royal Albert Hall.

James is such a great bloke and we were delighted that he has always referred to us as 'his band' with such respect for conductor David Roberts and Rothwell playersspokesperson

Delighted

A spokesperson told 4BR: "We are delighted to have a beautiful sounding, hardworking player back with us.

James is such a great bloke and we were delighted that he has always referred to us as 'his band' with such respect for conductor David Roberts and Rothwell players."

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