Collaborative Musicians Keep the Tradition Alive

The sound of friendship and shared tradition rang out across Wrexham on Remembrance Sunday as adult members of Clwyd & Gwynedd Army Cadets joined forces with the Royal Welch Fusiliers Corps of Drums Association.

Clwyd & Gwynedd Army Cadets has a proud tradition of military music, with its Corps of Drums bringing together cadets and adult volunteers from across North Wales.

Although the Corps is currently being rebuilt and its cadets are not yet ready to return to public performances, the music continues. When the Royal Welch Fusiliers Corps of Drums Association found themselves short of drummers for their Remembrance Sunday parade in Wrexham, they turned to their friends in Clwyd & Gwynedd.

With strong relationships already established between the organisations, adult volunteers were quick to offer their support, helping ensure the parade went ahead with a full complement of drummers.

The Knights of Snowdon Corps of Drums also approached Clwyd & Gwynedd for assistance. Unfortunately, with the Wrexham commitment already in place, it was not possible to support both organisations on this occasion. However, we look forward to joining them in Llandudno at Christmas.

Clwyd & Gwynedd Army Cadets Music Officer, Rob Morris, who has also performed with the Guards Division Corps of Drums, said:

“We were delighted to help our friends at the Royal Welch Fusiliers Corps of Drums Association. By working together and supporting one another, we are keeping the tradition of military music alive and ensuring it continues to be heard at important occasions such as Remembrance Sunday.”

Formed in July 2019, the Royal Welch Fusiliers Corps of Drums Association brings together former and serving members of 3rd Battalion, The Royal Welsh, former cadets and civilian musicians, all united by their enthusiasm for military music and regimental traditions.

The Knights of Snowdon Corps of Drums is a non-profit organisation supporting UK veterans through Remembrance activities, and Clwyd & Gwynedd was pleased to receive their invitation to collaborate.

This latest collaboration demonstrates the friendships and shared commitment that exist across the military music community. While Clwyd & Gwynedd’s cadets continue developing their musical skills as the Corps of Drums is rebuilt, their adult volunteers have shown that its spirit and enthusiasm remain as strong as ever.

Different organisations, a shared passion and one enduring tradition – keeping the music playing.