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Agency:
Launceston Railway Silver Band
Agency Number:
Start Date:
01 Mar 1904
Description:
The Launceston Railway Silver Band was formed after a meeting of interested employees of the Railway workforce on Friday 1st March, 1904, where it was unanimously decided to form the Railway Brass Band. From a humble beginning, it was reported that by July 5th 1904, there was a compliment of 20 musicians in possession of a new set of Besson instruments which had arrived from the United Kingdom.;;The Railway Band's aims and goals are to play music and perform for the public while creating an atmosphere that promotes friendship, pleasure and enjoyment.
Information Sources:
"A brief history of the Launceston Railway Silver Band"
Functions Performed:
Arts and culture
Series Created By Agency:
LMSS499 Records01 Mar 1904