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Band contest book

As part of its centennial celebrations, the New Zea- ; land Brass Band’s Association has prepared a spe- I cial publication to mark i 100 years of brass band < contests in this country,;. I from 1880 to 19S0. The book, “Challenging ; Brass” by S. P. Newcomb, ; was the result of research into .the history and development of the brass band movement. It .was written < in response to a request | by the association for the ■ publication of a centennial history of contests?. • The author, . Mr New- i

comb is a recognised authority on bands and music, and has written four books on the subject, including the standard text on band music, throughout the world. The book will be available for sale to the public and bands people the first week of centennial contests in Christchurch from May 13. A limited edition of 3000 copies would be printed initially, but it was expected ' the book would be available later through normal book-sell-ing outlets.

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Press, 8 May 1980, Page 12

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Band contest book Press, 8 May 1980, Page 12

Band contest book Press, 8 May 1980, Page 12