The Nottinghamshire based Thoresby Colliery Band have been busy recruiting in recent months, but not for their playing line-up.

 

The band is pleased to announce that its new Honorary Life Vice-President is Dame Judi Dench who has played lead actress roles in a number of movies not to mention her current role as 'M' in the James Bond films.

 

Dame Judi's association with the band stemmed from 11th September 2003 when both Thoresby and Dame Judi appeared on numerous television and radio broadcasts, performing in London for the American Embassy and British Government.

 

The band have also appointed Simon Kerwin as its Composer in Residence and a number of unique compositions and arrangements have already been gratefully received by the band, and will filter into the concert repertoire.

 

The band are also pleased to announce that Andrew Duncan has accepted the position as Professional Conductor and will appear with the band at the forthcoming All England Masters at the end of this month.

 

Commenting on these appointments, band Chairman, John Richardson said “I am pleased that the band is maintaining a high profile and moving forwards. The new appointments will improve the band musically and help to advance the high standards already attained."

 

Thoresby will be making an announcement with regard to the appointment of a Resident Conductor in due course.