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The Glorious British Brass Band
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Length:
27 minutes
Released:
Jan 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Is there anything quite so majestic as the British brass band? Joanna and Stephen describe their first encounters with these ensembles, how they evolved and which pieces reach out to the soul. With the onset of the Industrial Revolution, brass bands first appeared as a means of fostering community ties among workers. These bands have since become popular in various contexts, from marches and competitions to concerts and even movie scores.
Released:
Jan 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (62)
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