Downton Band

Jane Wright

 

Position Percussion
Nickname  
When/How I started banding Downton needed a percussionist for the area contest in Torquay so my husband volunteered me. This was my first ever performance as a percussionist with a brass band. I am a singer by trade. (Due to my success Bournemouth Concert Brass have asked me to perform with them on occasions)
Best-ever banding moment Coming second to qualify for the National Finals of course!
Worst-ever/most embarrassing banding moment I will just mention wind chimes and Torquay!! Say no more!
When I joined Downton Band March 2003
Favourite band piece

Shine as the Light (Peter Graham) (I really love Alderley Edge but it's Roland's favourite)

Least favourite band piece Las Luvias Grandes (Peter Graham)
Anything else... Although I'm a singer my father was a percussionist. A member of the National Youth Orchestra at 13, the RAF Central band and the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. I am sure he's looking down from Heaven when I have sticks in my hand and saying "Go on Jane". Thanks Dad for your inspiration.