Band History: the 1990s

In December 1990 Kevin Prince was appointed as Musical Director, and he brought with him several players from his previous band, Sundon Park/Farrs of Luton. These talents greatly strengthened the Band.

The beginning of the 90s and the run up to the Band's Centenary saw a change of rehearsal venue from the Bedford Trades Club to the Southfields Centre, Kempston, and an improvement in the Band's fortunes at contests.

These results are an indication of an improving band with a very competent resident conductor, David Twitchings, who, as well as being a good cornet player, was an exceedingly skilled arranger of brass band music. It was under his direction that the appropriately entitled cassette 'Centenary' was recorded in September 1992.

During these years a 'B' Band was established, comprising a number of younger players who have reached a good standard, ably reinforced by several adults. This band, as well as grooming players for the senior band, also gave concerts in its own right under the enthusiastic direction of Roger Nicholls.