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ukGwynedd ‘All Star Brass’ concert
On 14 August 2010, Linda Williams and her brother Aled held a concert in memory of former Abergynolwyn Silver band member and friend, Barry Wragg.
A big thank you to friends for supporting the event
Linda is also a member of Abergynolwyn Silver Band, Gwynedd and the ‘All Star Brass’ concert featured some of the finest players in the country who came together for a successful and truly entertaining evening with brass-playing of the highest calibre. The concert was conducted by Glyn Williams and Llewla Williams organised accommodation and ticket sales. Linda Williams said: “a big thank you to friends for supporting the event and to all who helped behind the scenes”.
Barry Wragg’s wife, Margaret, kindly asked that funds raised from the night be donated to Malaria No More UK in Barry’s memory – a fantastic total of £419.
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