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Alan Ritchie

Dave Rutt — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 21:09:38 +0000

It is with immense sadness that Carlton Brass announce the death of Alan Ritchie. Alan passed away in a tragic boating accident on Wednesday 30th July leaving us all in a state of shock.

Our thoughts are with his parents, Walter and Marie, and his family and friends at this most difficult of times.

Alan was a dedicated, talented bandsman, having played with many bands in the Midlands over the years. He has only been with Carlton Brass for a short time but has a long association with the organisation, having also played with Nottingham City Transport. He’s also been a much-loved member of both the Foss Dyke Band and Thoresby and is well known throughout the country as a great guy and exceptional musician. He will be sadly missed by us all.

The funeral will be on Friday 15th August at 1:15pm at St Michael’s Church, High Street, Waddington. There will be a private family cremation at 2:30. Everyone else should congregate at The Wheatsheaf. Flowers from family only please.

Donations in Alan’s memory can be made to Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance or a charity called Lincolnshire Integrated Voluntary Emergency Service (LIVES).

Vacancies

Dave Rutt — Wed, 14 May 2008 09:09:25 +0000

Carlton Brass are looking some quality brass musicians to bolster the band in its ambitions to improve towards contests later in the year.

We currently have positions open for cornets, front row and back, Bb bass and second trombone. We especially need a quality euphonium play for our soloist position.

In addition to the vacancies for brass instrument players we’re always in need of more percussionists, both tuned and kit.

We are a friendly band doing well in the Midland Area First Section and we would welcome players for any position to come down for a blow. We’re are an adaptable lot and can always juggle seats if we need to.

If you would like to get in touch then please see the contact page for details.

Farewell and thanks

Dave Rutt — Wed, 14 May 2008 09:01:45 +0000

We’ve had a couple of recent departures from our ranks in recent weeks. Craig Anderson, purveyor of some beefy tones on the Bb Bass, has left due to work commitments. Kris Reeder, an excellent addition to our trombone section has come to the end of his law degree and departs for the southern counties.

The band thanks both of you for the commitment and musicality you brought to the band and wish you both well for the future.

Hello and Goodbye

Dave Rutt — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 11:42:37 +0000

We bid John Yarker a fond farewell and hope that he enjoys his music in pastures new. Taking over on the euphonium chair we welcome Dave Tooth. Our long standing percussionist Henry Burnet has also decided to stand down and branch out into the key board scene, Henry will be deeply missed but we are sure that we can call upon him in the future. Taking over from Henry is Robbie Tooth, the son of Dave. Also John Moore joins the front row cornet section. John has just moved to Nottingham from Australia where he was a member of Brisbane Excelsior Band.

From Walter and all the Band we say our thanks and welcome.

New BBb Bass at Carlton Brass

Dave Rutt — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 11:46:27 +0000

Advertising on 4barsrest works wonders! In a matter of a couple of weeks we have filled our trombone and BBb spots. The latest arrival to accept the position on BBb bass is Ben Hadfield. Ben joins us from Melbourne Town Band in Derbyshire; he will be taking over from our “Flying Dutchman” Wouter Barten who is returning to Holland later in the year.

From Wally and all the Band members welcome, Ben.

Trombone Line-up Now Complete

Dave Rutt — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 11:51:35 +0000

Welcome to Kris Reeder who joins us on 2nd trombone. Kristopher is a semi-professional Trombonist and studied at the Royal Academy of Music with Robert Hughes (London Symphony orchestra). He has played at the Royal Festival Hall, Royal Albert Hall and Symphony Hall Birmingham to name but a few prestigious venues.

Kris is in demand both as a Soloist, orchestral player, chamber musician and of course within the brass band world. He has moved up to Nottingham University studying Law and has played with Hook Norton, Brackley and District, Stonesfield, City of Oxford and Towcester Studio bands since the age of 12. With his experience we now have a powerful, complete Trombone section.

Welcome to the Band from Walter and all members

Player Changes

Dave Rutt — Wed, 31 Jan 2007 11:54:03 +0000

With Johnny Yarker, our 2nd Euphonium player, off on his annual curry, booze and sex trip to the sunny shores of Australia , Chris McMullen has stepped in to taker over from John. Chris is a student at Nottingham Uni and was a member of the Swindon Pegasus Band.

Meanwhile Kevin Parkin takes the Bass Trombone seat. Kevin Joins us from The Riddings Band.

From Walter and the Band we hope that you enjoy your stay with us.

Welcome to Craig

Dave Rutt — Sat, 09 Sep 2006 12:29:07 +0000

Craig Anderson, formerly of Kirkby Welfare band, has joined the tuba section. From Walter and the Band we hope that you enjoy your music with us and that you can keep Ray under control!

Wally Takes The Strain

Dave Rutt — Thu, 10 Aug 2006 12:41:57 +0000

It is with great pleasure that we announce that Walter Ritchie BEM has taken over the Baton (for the time being) from Tony Wilson. Tony’s workload and family commitments has meant that he has had to take a backroom position for the next few months. It also gives him more time to devote to the Lakeside Entertainment Contest in September.

Walter comes to us with a wealth of experience, his talents as a band trainer and musician are second to none. His greatest achievement was in bringing his former band Foss Dyke from the 4th section to the Championship section. Wally has been taking the band now for the last few rehearsals and both band and conductor are working well together.

We welcome you, Wally, into our fold.

New (and some old) faces

Dave Rutt — Sat, 27 May 2006 12:54:08 +0000

Many greetings to the new players on the cornet section as the girls make a take over bid! Joining us on Cornet are Susan, Julie and Jenny so watch out guys you could be in the minority soon! Also making a come back on Euphonium is the very talented Gary Glover.

From Tony and the band we welcome you.