Isle of Wight brass bands perform to raise cash for Ukraine

Three bands – Abbey Brass, Cowes Concert Band and Vectis Brass – joined forces for Brass for Ukraine at Christ the King College, Newport.

Each band performed a 30-minute programme, before combining to perform the Ukrainian national anthem, conducted by founder of the Isle of Wight charity MAD-Aid, Victoria Dunford, who has been leading the Island's support for Ukraine.

Event organiser Andy Norman, musical director of Cowes Concert Band, said he was overwhelmed by the support of the capacity audience.

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Brass bands on the Isle of Wight performed for Ukraine.

"Brass for Ukraine was a wonderful experience," he said.

"Thank you to everyone who came to support the concert and Victoria Dunford and MAD-Aid for all they are doing to help Ukrainian refugees.

"We are pleased to have contributed in a small way."

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He also thanked the Christ the King College team, who opened their facilities for free.

A retiring collection and a raffle raised over £1,150 for MAD-Aid, the Island charity which is sending aid to hospitals in Ukraine and Moldova, to help refugees.

Brass bands on the Isle of Wight performed for Ukraine.

Brass bands on the Isle of Wight performed for Ukraine.