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Hellaz by Keith Busby
An uplifting composition from the pen of Keith Busby of Helston Town Band with more than a hint of that town’s favourite piece of music.   Included with the kind permission of Keith Busby (composer) and Helston Town Band (performers)  
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Helston Furry Dance
Helston Furry Dance
Helston Furry Day 1905   Although the name “Furry” is widely used, in the late 18th century it was known as the “Faddy” and in 1790, The “Gentleman’s Magazine” stated, “About the middle of the day they collect together to dance hand-in-hand round the streets to the sound of a
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Cornish Brass Bands – Helston
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Cornish Brass Band Contests – Helston Rifle Band Contest 1890s
Contesting Not all bands enter competitions and there are some which shun the contest stage, preferring to concentrate their efforts in providing music for local events. For most players, though, contesting has always been an important part of brass banding, the reason that they spend so many hours trying to
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Cornish Brass Band Contests – Helston Nansloe Contest 1923
Contesting Not all bands enter competitions and there are some which shun the contest stage, preferring to concentrate their efforts in providing music for local events. For most players, though, contesting has always been an important part of brass banding, the reason that they spend so many hours trying to
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Cornish Brass Band Contests – West Kerrier Agricultural Show 1920s & 1930s
Contesting Not all bands enter competitions and there are some which shun the contest stage, preferring to concentrate their efforts in providing music for local events. For most players, though, contesting has always been an important part of brass banding, the reason that they spend so many hours trying to
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