The Junior Band recently held their 3^rd Annual Solo Concert at Capenhurst Village Hall, judged by Eddie Pickering, Pete Brand and Joan Ballantine and watched and encouraged by the Senior band members as well as proud parents.

Eddie said "The Competition was very close and it was difficult for the Judges to decide upon a winner, in fact there were only 5 marks between all of the competitors"

Eventually, after much deliberation, 1st place was awarded to Max Astbury for his rendition of "I'll do Anything", 2^nd place was awarded to John Ault for his performance of "Slinky", and 3^rd place was awarded to Steph Andrews who performed "Someone to watch over me".

The Ken Thomas Trophy is awarded to the most promising young player and this year was won by Ryan Fellows who has only been playing for 6 months and who gave an excellent performance of the Can-Can!

The winners with their Trophies (l-r Ryan Fellows, Max Astbury, John Ault and Steph Andrews

The Judges (l-r Pete Brand, Joan Ballantine and Eddie Pickering) deliberate over their scores

Ellesmere Port Silver Band Juniors at a recent concert.

Under the Leadership of Chris James, the Ellesmere Port Junior Silver Band is made up of enthusiastic young musicians between the ages of 10-15 and of varying abilities. Our aim is to encourage and promote music within the Ellesmere Port area. Many of the Junior Band are now so competent that they now practise and regularly perform with the main band thus ensuring that the tradition of the Silver Band within Ellesmere Port will continue.

We always welcome any new members of any age who wish to come and have a blow (as you can see from the photo, some "juniors" may be lying about their age!).

Contact Chris James 07733 248713 or Derek Astbury 07812 047059

Junior Band Members