Principal Cornet- John Gonnella
Johnny joined Shotts band in 1962 and is one of five current players in receipt of the Lifetime service medal from SBBA.
His favourite piece of all time is Ben Venuto Cellini and his least favourite is Poem. John's favourite banding memories include playing with the band in Blackpool and London for the first time aged only 11. His first ever contest was the Miners Gala in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh.
John is the current President of Shotts Band.
His favourite piece of all time is Ben Venuto Cellini and his least favourite is Poem. John's favourite banding memories include playing with the band in Blackpool and London for the first time aged only 11. His first ever contest was the Miners Gala in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh.
John is the current President of Shotts Band.