Whitstable Brass is very pleased to announce the appointment of their new Musical Director, Rodney Williamson ARCM.
Having been without an MD for a while due to the retirement through ill health of Chris Atkins, the Band was pleasantly surprised when Rodney, who has lived in Whitstable for over 23 years, dropped into a practice evening which subsequently led to discussions over the vacancy. After a couple of rehearsal sessions and public performances it was agreed that Rodney take over as MD with immediate effect.
He is a very experienced military musician having joined the Royal Marines Band Service in 1956 at the age of 14 and retiring 30 years later as the Corps Bandmaster, senior Warrant Officer Royal Marines Band.
Rodney was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal for 27 years excellent service.
After a spell as Bandmaster of the Metropolitan Police Band, he then opted to look for employment closer to home, and joined the Kent Association of Local Councils as Parish Councils Adviser..
This work left him little time for hobbies or other interests but now having recently fully retired, he is keen to enjoy making music with a group of musicians who show an obvious enthusiasm, and real potential, and hopes that it won’t be long before Whitstable Brass has a much wider reputation.
This ambition might be better achieved through the recruitment of a few more players, and the Band would welcome any approach from brass players looking to take part in a very interesting and enjoyable musical activity.
Anyone interested should contact the secretary, Sheila Holness, on 01227 266248 or sheilamholness@yahoo.co.uk