And I would walk 500 kilometres

And I would run 500 more.

I've been running and walking a fair amount recently, and am also feeling charitable. So, to give myself a goal to continue and also hopefully raise money for a cause close to my heart, I'm setting myself the challenge of running 500k and walking 500k over the next few months. In total, 1000k, which at a realistic rate of 5k per day on average, should take me to roughly the end of June. At the completion point in June, I'm also planning a one off musical fundraiser, hopefully involving many of you, but more of that later.

I want to create a fund to help young brass musicians to help buy suitable instruments. This will be completely inclusive and open to all young brass players in full time education, from primary school age to those in higher education pursuing music. I propose to manage this myself and any interested candidates will simply have to state their case for support. Details to follow.

To get the ball rolling, I'm donating £1,000 myself along with two trumpets from my own collection.

Anything you can donate will be greatly appreciated.