Title:
Ellington
Colliery Band - a new lease of life
Since
the closure of Ellington Colliery, the colliery band has been looking
for new premises in which to rehearse and play.
Their
wait is now over, with Northumbrian Water's backing and blessing.
The
"Northumbrian Water Ellington Colliery Band", as it will be
known, now has a security through to 2008 with a
cash donation of 拢7,500 and assistance with clothing and equipment.
In
this video, Bob Shotton talks about their determination that has kept
the band alive.
The
administration and paperwork involved in seeking to keep the club alive,
if not thriving, is something that Bob Shotton readily takes on.
It
means that the band continues to be a collection of dedicated musicians
with not only a rich heritage, but also a sound future for youngsters
to join in with too.
Of
course, the band never stands still - they are currently looking for a
B-Flat base, an E-Flat and a solo Trumbone - is there anyone out there
with these skills?
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