All Good Things… All good things must come to an end and our Vietnam tour is no exception. Although it’s emotional having to say farewell to my new friends, I’m still buzzing from all the experiences we have shared together. Before I wrap up the… Read More »Goodbye, Vietnam
Today marked the first rehearsal with the Desford band at the British International School in Ho Chi Minh City. Many of the members travel from around the world and come together to play at these annual tours. The two hour rehearsal allowed me to hear… Read More »Vietnam – The next instalment!
Chào buổi sáng! That’s good morning in Vietnamese. I have decided on this occasion to make a video marking the beginning of the Vietnam tour. Please check back regularly for more updates. Andrew xxx P.S – Below is a picture of that delicious food I… Read More »Good Morning, Vietnam!
Alford Silver Band said “auf wiedersehen” this week to one of its newer members as she prepares to return home to Germany. Denise Heckmann, from Kassel, Germany has been in Lincolnshire since October, working as an exchange teaching assistant at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar Academy in… Read More »Auf Wiedersehen Pet!
Three local musicians have just finished a mammoth 192 mile trek across England carrying their instruments to benefit children. Bev Burton from Alford and husband and wife Norman and Shirley Prime from Skegness took part in the Coast-to-Coast charity event as part of Rambling Brass,… Read More »Band’s Long Blow will Benefit Children
