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The Trustees are current/retired educationalists or professional people who live in the District of Bromsgrove.
The Trustees are current/retired educationalists or professional people who live in the District of Bromsgrove.
The Board meets four times a year to discuss current and future projects and to administer the Trust.
The Board meets four times a year to discuss current and future projects and to administer the Trust.
Paula Kelly-Edwards BA(Hons) PGCE Dip. Couns
ChairpersonPaula completed a degree in Music Education at York University in 1990 and has worked extensively in music education for 30 years in the UK and overseas. She retrained as a counsellor and creative therapist for young people and adults and currently works in many schools in the West Midlands and Worcestershire. Paula is dedicated to pursuing the best possible outcomes for children in music education through the funding of the David Morgan Music Trust.
Steve Cowperthwaite
TrusteeSteve is a well-known figure in Bromsgrove′s musical world. Prior to his retirement, he was at North Bromsgrove High School, first as Head of Music and latterly as Assistant Headteacher. He has conducting experience with a wide range of choirs and ensembles, including currently being Directorof Music at St John’s Church, and Musical Director of Barnt Green Choral Society.
Anita Porter BA(Hons) PGCE
TrusteeAnita recently retired from her post as Head of Music at North Bromsgrove High school where she taught for over twenty years. She has also taught in schools in Birmingham, Bedfordshire and Warwickshire and has worked for Worcestershire Instrumental Music Service, teaching violin in first, middle and high schools in Bromsgrove. Anita and her colleague, Steve Cowperthwaite, have been responsible for establishing biannual Music Days in Bromsgrove involving young musicians aged six to eighteen.
Jack Martin
TrusteeJack leads Music and Maths at a south Shropshire primary school. He was appointed Musical Director of the Blackwell Concert Band, Bromsgrove in 2019. During his tenure, the band have received a platinum award at the National Concert Band Festival, have recorded an album and have performed at many high-profile events. Jack has performed with several local brass bands, including the Championship Section Langley Band. Jack is dedicated to supporting young people to participate in musical opportunities.
Vicky Hadley
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