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A fanfare of orphans - the brass band of the St-Georges-de-l'Isle orphanage in Saint-Fraimbault-de-Prières
- Author(s):
- Gavin Holman (see profile)
- Date:
- 2022
- Group(s):
- Ethnomusicology
- Subject(s):
- Brass ensembles
- Item Type:
- Article
- Tag(s):
- brass bands, Orphanages, Children's bands
- Permanent URL:
- https://doi.org/10.17613/ws47-nz87
- Abstract:
- An example of the brass bands established by various children's homes, orphanages and similar institutions, around the world in the early 20th century. This French orphanage fanfare band was founded on charitable principles, to give the children musical training and discipline, and to help raise funds for the home.
- Metadata:
- xml
- Status:
- Published
- Last Updated:
- 1 year ago
- License:
- Attribution
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