Corps of Drums seeks new members

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service’s Ceremonial Unit is banging the drum for new members.

The Corps of Drums are looking for experienced drummers or buglers to join them to perform at displays, ceremonies, parades and concerts.

They also take part in the Firefighters Memorial parade in London and Armistice Day parades in Ypres, Belgium. The Ceremonial Unit has been performing nationally and internationally for 30 years.

Drum Major Dave Morley said: “The musicians within the unit are not only serving firefighters and support staff but also people with a musical background from the wider communities of Devon and Somerset.”

The group meet every Tuesday for rehearsals at the Service’s Headquarters in Clyst St George, Exeter, at 7.30pm.

If you have played the drums or bugle, and marched in a band before and would like to join the group please call Dave Morley on 07932 215731 or email firedrummajor@sky.com. For more information, visit http://www.dsfiredrums.co.uk/.