Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. I will match any donation made.

Some months ago I was asked by fellow musician, Jo Watt, to take part in the Grade-One-a-thon and raise money for Children in Crossfire. It's where musicians learn an instrument that they have never played before and then take an ABRSM Grade One exam. I chose the tuba!

It's been a great experience: sometimes I've been amazed at making such a sweet sound and sometimes depressed by making such an unholy racket (my neighbours have been very understanding). Most of all, by starting from scratch again, it's made me look at making music in a different way.

My exam is on December 6th, 2013. Pass or fail, I hope to raise some money for Children in Crossfire and the outstanding work they do, mainly in Africa, in promoting early childhood care and development. (www.childrenincrossfire.org/home).

Any donation is gratefully received and much appreciated.

I'll keep you updated along the way – I'm now off to practise.

Thanks for your support,

Mark 

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