Irwin leaves B&R
Brighouse and Rastrick has announced the departure of Martin Irwin from the band. Martin has given a total of 17 years of service to the band, during which time he has won every major contest, some on several occasions, and has solidified his standing as one of the greats on both Soprano and Bb Cornet.
A spokesperson for the band stated, “Whenever he has played with the band he has been nothing short of exemplary, and is the definition of a true bandsman. He leaves the band due to work commitments now taking him all over the country and beyond, and we wish him the very best for the future!”
Martin's last public performance with the band was this weekend at Brighouse Methodist Church, and he had this to say, "Doing my last concert on home soil made it extra special. The presentation of the signed picture was a surprise but was so lovely, it was an emotional moment but I just managed to keep it together! Everyone knows I’m B&R through and through, my 3 stints with the band total 17 years, and I’ve made many friends for life along the way. I’ll be rooting for them all for the open and nationals and hope they bring the trophies home!"
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