• John Thompson

    John Thompson
    Solo Cornet 
    John has been playing trumpet since he was 7. Before going to university John played for most of York’s main ensembles (Guildhall orchestra, YSO, YCO, The Modernaires, Mr Swing Big Band) enjoying a very wide scope of music
    After completing his Bmus (hons) at Huddersfield university he moved down to Gloucestershire, where he continued [...]

  • Chris McKenna

    Chris McKenna
    Principal Cornet
    Chris began playing the cornet at the age of 9.. He is now working towards ABRSM
    grade 8 examination.
    Chris played principal cornet in the City Of Leeds Youth Brass Band and currently
    plays first cornet for the City Of Leeds Youth Wind Orchestra.
    He has been a member of Garforth Brass since their first rehearsal and [...]

  • Pam Billington

    Time and experience have led Pam up to this position now. She is very thankful for the opportunity the band has given her, building confidence, experience and a sense of team work. It has also given her enjoyment, encouragement and new good friends. Pam was also given the chance to play in her first ever [...]