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With great sadness we announce the passing of Michael Dickson, our principal euphonium player.

Michael passed away peacefully at home on Monday 22 September. He leaves behind family members in the band – his mother Fiona, brother Stuart, niece Mila, nephew Bailey, and father John, the band's conductor.

Michael's funeral will take place on Monday 20 October, 11am at Mortonhall Crematorium, Edinburgh. All are welcome, his family have requested family flowers only, but donations to British Heart Foundation are graciously accepted.

Michael first took up brass aged five, after receiving cornet lessons with Hugh Foster, David James and Caroline Tennant. He later moved to solo euphonium in 1998, helping lead the band to its first Scottish Championship victory. He remained on solo euphonium until his passing.

The Dickson family pass on their thanks to everyone in the banding community who has reached out with condolences and kind words.