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Thomas leaves Porthywaen   

Porthywaen Band has parted company with long serving Conductor David Thomas.

After 11 successful years as conductor of Porthywaen Silver Band The committee of the band have taken the decision to dispense with the services of David Thomas as Musical Director with immediate effect.

David Thomas said “ I received a telephone call off the Band Chairman telling me that the committee had had a meeting the evening before and decided to dispense with my services” “ No reason for the decision was given and I was thanked for my tireless service”  “ I am very disappointed with the decision” “ During my tenure with the band we have competed at the National Finals 4 times and won over 23 competitions The band have gained promotion from the bottom of the 4^th section to their current near top in the Midland 2^nd Section.  I have helped the band produce 4 very successful CD recordings a number of television broadcasts and become one of the foremost concert  bands in the West Midlands and North Wales. I am very disappointed in the decision and was looking forward to directing the band during the Autumn season of competitions and concerts.  A particular challenge would have been the forthcoming Whychavon festival where we would appear as the reigning 2nd section champions. “This is a sad end to an outstanding success story”

Members of the band  have recently returned from a very successful tour of Belgium and performance sat the Menin Gate in Ypres. “The tour was very enjoyable and successful and I had no idea a decision of this nature would be made.  I understand that a number of members have tendered their resignation”. “ I have no idea who my successor will be and I look forward to the opportunity of working with other bands.