We are not sure that this piece of sacred music relates to Cornwall and the only basis for its inclusion is that it was in a batch of Cornish music. Perhaps someone will respond.
We are not sure that this piece of sacred music relates to Cornwall and the only basis for its inclusion is that it was in a batch of Cornish music. Perhaps someone will respond.
We are not sure that this piece of sacred music relates to Cornwall and the only basis for its inclusion is that it was in a batch of Cornish music. Perhaps someone will respond.
Thomas Merritt – a prolific Cornish Composer whose music is still enjoyed and celebrated today Two copies of the same piece
Unfortunately, we have little information on this orchestra but perhaps you do and are prepared to share it. What we do have comes from the late Barbara Seed of Par Old Cornwall Society. Barbara referred to the book, My Story of the Tywardreath Orchestras, written by Sybil Harris and printed
In 1938 the White Aces became Cornwall’s Champion Accordion Band. They were founded by Raymond White of St Dennis and were one of five accordion bands based in the village. The White Aces were also the first Cornish Accordion band to broadcast on radio. Source: Garry Tregidga on Facebook
Goonhavern Male Voice Choir – 1926 Back Row: Jack Varker, Will Menhenitt, Will Dunstan, Harold Buddell, Arthur Lucas, Reg Salmon & Jim Rice. Middle Row: Arthur Grubb, Jack Glanville, Will Rowe, Stanley Buddell, Harold Trembath & Ernie Rockett. Front Row: Unknown, Kernick Ellery, Mat Thomas (Betty Dingle’s father), Matthew Hoskin
Bert Biscoe’s tribute to John Cockle of Truro. General Cockle’s Song Click above to listen Johnny Cockle was a Sally Army man! All his days the trumpet blew, Before the mast, and shouldering coals, And speaking out to rile the few: He’d spread a blanket, a pure honey