Sad passing of Alex Melville
We were sorry to hear of the death of Alex Melville, Alex was an oustanding Principal cornet with Kinneil, Bo'ness and Whitburn Bands over a long number of years, he travelled to Rotterdam a few years ago to compete in the European Championships with Kirkintilloch and assisted lots of bands over the years, a true gentleman and will be sadly missed by his many friends in the banding world.
The funeral takes place on Monday 2nd September at 10.15 a.m. in Carriden Kirk, Bo'ness, then to Falkirk Cremetorium at 11.30 a.m.
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Whitburn Band is saddened to hear of the passing of the band's former Principal Cornet player Alex Melville.
Alex was a major part of the band's success in the 1970s. During more than a decade with Whitburn he won five Scottish titles, and in 1974 won the Terris Medal for the Best Cornet player at the Scottish Championships.
Alex also led the band to many other successes including the Edinburgh Charities, Edinburgh Festival and BBC Fanfare contests to name but a few.
His dedication to music and high standards, not only whilst with the Whitburn Band but also the many other bands and ensembles that Alex performed with, gained him great respect amongst his fellow musicians.
All members of the Whitburn Band mourn the passing of a fantastic musician and send our deepest condolences to the Melville family and friends.
Broxburn and Livingston Band
The band were saddend to hear of the death of Alex Melville.
A true legend of the brass band scene in Scotland who served the movement with true spirit.
