Ken Purssey, the President of The Cobham Band, has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for his services to policing and the local commmunity, for which he has performed volunteer and campaign work over the last 30 years. He has been involved with many local organisations during this time and the band congratulates him on this achievement.
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Jubilee Weekend
The band took part in the Jubilee weekend celebrations, playing at ‘picnic in the park’ in Merton on Sunday and ‘Jubilee Celebrations’ in Weybridge on Monday. Despite the inclement weather there was a good sized audience, many of whom were waving flags and singing.
Due to Musical Director Robin Langdon being away on holiday, the band was conducted by David Ruel on Sunday and Jack Smith on Monday – a big thank-you to both.
Amongst the music played were ‘Jerusalem’, ‘Land of Hope and Glory’ and, of course, ‘God Save the Queen’.
Guildford Bandstand
The band played a concert under the shade of the bandstand in Castle Grounds, Guildford on Sunday 27th May. It was one of the hottest days of the year so far and there was a large audience that enjoyed the concert whilst relaxing in the park.
The music played included ‘Memory’, ‘Do-Re-Mi’ and ‘All Through The Night’. Solo cornet players Joe Smith and Darren Abbott played ‘Trumpet Fiesta’.