Vilém Tauský (1910-2004), born in Prerov, Moravia, was a Czech conductor and composer who from the beginning of the Second World War, lived and worked in the United Kingdom. He was from a musical family and because of his Jewish ancestry, and the rise of Nazi Germany, he moved to
Tony Mansell
- 18 July 2022
The Cornish brass band movement has a long and fascinating history and new archive material is still being discovered and included. With over 520 entries we are nevertheless beginning to have a measure of the extent of the movement in Cornwall. We look forward to working with band historians
- 18 July 2022
The Cornish Bells (O Merry Ring The Christmas Bells) Words: Bishop C. W. Stubbs Music: T. Tertius Noble 1. O merry ring the Christmas bells across the western land, From Launceston Town to Michael’s Mount, from Bude to Sennen sand, The joyous echo sweeps along far spaces by the
- 16 July 2022
Much of the material for this potted history has been taken from the St Keverne Male Voice Choir fiftieth year’s souvenir programme for which we appreciate Terry Moyle’s permission to use. Second World War: Increased production in the local quarries brought many lorry drivers to the area – some,
- 15 July 2022
The City of Truro Male Choir has a continuous lineage back to Carnon Vale MVC and Chacewater & District MVC. 2002: The Chacewater & Carnon Vale Male Voice Choir relocated to Truro and changed its name to the City of Truro Male Voice Choir. Paul Triggs, Musical Director. May
- 15 July 2022