Band wins through to Nationals

Goodness gracious Gregson! Playing Edward Gregson`s ‘PARTITA’, Radyr & Morganstown (Melingriffith) Band won first prize in the Fourth Section at the Brangwyn Hall in Swansea, when taking part in the Regional Boosey & Hawkes Championships.

Competing against 14 other bands they gained a massive 176 points, ‘The People Challenge Tribute’ Cup, a Cheque for £200 and a place in the UK finals on 11/09/04 at Harrogate. Their performance was described by the Adjudicator Steve Pritchard-Jones as “ Confident and rhythmic” with special praise to Euphonium soloist, Colin Evans.

This is the Second major trophy in recent times winning S.E.Wales Competition at Treorchy in November. The Band is still searching for a Percussionist, and interested in taking part in all the varied 17 engagements the band take part in each year. Further details can be found at the bands popular website: www.radyrband.co.uk

The band will next perform on Tuesday 6th April at 7.00pm in the Penygrawsi Pensioners Concert, Llantrisant. Those wishing to attend see contact details on band web site.