February 2001

Clarence meets Wynton Marsalis

Top Jazz trumpeter — and friend of Clarence — Wynton Marsalis performed in concert in Newcastle. Clarence went along to listen. The local paper The Journal covered the meeting of these two great trumpeters. Clarence said of the meeting:

"Wynton is a bit of a star. I have always admired his ability on the trumpet for about 20 years now. He is also a very kind down to earth friend, who I only get to see when he is on tour. To have him coming to Newcastle was unexpected to begin with. He as expected, brought the house down."

Here is the article.

June 2001

Bob and David Childs Salute Clarence

CDs and books to help Clarence were on sale a BAYW Cory Band's concert for Rayleigh Brass Training Band in Southend on Sea. Bob Childs conducted the band and his son David provided some fantastic solos. In case you don't know David is BBC Brass Young Musician of the Year 2000 and National Euphonium Player of the Year. Both Bob and David signed a copy of the programme for Clarence. David, who before his 20th birthday has achieved far more the majority of bandsmen do in their whole life, signed his message "in Great Admiration".

October 2001

Ilford boosts Trust

A concert arranged by Ilford Salvation Army raised £2100 for the Clarence Adoo Trust. Clarence [or to give him his formal SA title: Bandmaster Clarence Adoo (Retired)] was present to witness a superb evening presented by Enfield Citadel Band, Ilford Songsters and vocalist Darren Bartlett.