Our band played well on the day, with just a few blips and very few intonation issues, but we had to settle for third place this time – a good result considering how recently several of our players had returned to or joined the band.


That gives us another year in which to work together and build on the strengths of our new team. Of course, we’re still on the lookout for more players to come and join us, so don’t hesitate if you’d like to get involved.

The picture shows contest secretary Jane Culross receiving the Hugh P Walker Memorial Trophy and a cheque for ?75 from adjudicator David Thornton (photograph courtesy of SBBA website). As third placed band, we will also now receive an invitation to the Scottish Challenge Shield contest to be held in Perth Concert Hall on 19th November this year.