Hobbins steps down from the bridge

The Hebden Bridge Band has announced that Alan Hobbins has stepped down from the position of Musical Director.

Thanks

Chairman Dayle Squires told 4BR: "The change is for personal reasons and was by mutual consent. We would like to publicly thank Alan for his efforts during his time with us, which included a notable victory at the First Section Yorkshire Area this year and the resulting visit to the National Finals."

Improved

He added: "The band has improved greatly during Alan’s time, and he leaves us in a good position to compete in the Championship Section in 2014.

We wish Alan every success in the future and we hope to announce his successor very soon."