A call has gone out to |musicians of all ages and standards to join one of the most prestigious volunteer bands in West Cornwall.

The HMS Seahawk Volunteer Band based at Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose is on the look out for new talent to be part of their most celebrated outfit.

Seahawk Band plays festivals, concerts and events in the South West of England throughout the year where they represent the Fleet Air Arm and the Royal Navy.

This year alone they have played at a wide array of parades and engagements across Cornwall, marching through the streets of Falmouth at the head of the parade of ships crews during the recent Tall Ships Regatta, to the Royal British Legion Concert in Truro and the legendary Helstonbury rock festival held annually at the Blue Anchor in Helston.

“We are on the look out for musicians of any age to join the Seahawk Volunteer Band,” said Royal Marine Colour Sergeant Dom O’Connor, bandmaster of Seahawk Volunteer Band on the base.

“We welcome everyone and to quash any rumours that you may have heard that you have to be in the military or work at RNAS Culdrose, well the |majority of our band are civilians who come to make music as a hobby and live in the local community and surrounding area”.

Dom would like to fill gaps in his band’s line up from people who play the horn, trombone and the bass sections, but would love to see anyone who wants to join and learn more.

Both theory and |instrumental lessons are |available. As a qualified music teacher he can offer the best; it’s not everyday that a Royal Marine Bandsman can give you personal musical instruction.

“As the newly appointed bandmaster of the HMS Seahawk volunteer band, it is my aim to build a band that is both an enjoyable experience for all and has the aspiration to improve through the challenges of music”.

Band rehearsals are on a Tuesday and Thursday at RNAS Culdrose between 7.30pm and 9.30pm.

Call Colour Sergeant Dom O’Conner Royal Marines, HMS Seahawk Bandmaster on 01326 557210.