Crewe Brass has announced the appointment of Matt Pithers as their new Musical Director.

Matt recently left his position as Principal Clarinet of Her Majesty's Irish Guards to move to the North West, and has accepted the role in time to make his debut with the band at the North West Area contest in Blackpool.

Wealth of talent

A Band spokesperson told 4BR: "We are delighted. Matt brings with him a wealth of talent, experience and passion. The band was very impressed during the audition process, and we are sure he will get the best out of the band at forthcoming concerts and contests.

We now face the challenge of competing in the First Section again, and are looking ahead to a busy season of engagements. These are exciting times for us all."

We now face the challenge of competing in the First Section again, and are looking ahead to a busy season of engagements. These are exciting times for us allBand spokesperson

Driven group

In response Matt added: "I'm also delighted to have been appointed Musical Director. The opportunity of being a part of such a warm, friendly, driven group of musicians was too good to miss. The band is full of potential coupled with a willingness to learn and improve.

Having just been promoted to the First Section the future is looking bright. I look forward to achieving continued musical excellence with them in the years to come."