GARRISON BAND

Manawatu Standard, Volume XLIX, Issue 243, 12 September 1929, Page 2

GARRISON BAND

MEETING OF COMMITTEE. “From observation, I find that a position of stalemate existed in tho ranks of the band. This could have been brought about by the loss of your previous conductor or by some other means unknown to me. However, I am now optimistic enough to state that the apathetic feeling iias entirely disappeared and roil now have a band of enthusiastic players.” This statement was made by the new conductor oi the Palmerston North Garrison Band (Air R. Cox) in his report to the monthly meeting of the committee last evening. Air Af. 11. Oram presided and others present were Alessrs. W. C. Loudon, D. Winks, A. It. Aioore, J. P. Cowlishaw, AV. Boon, AV. E. AA’ard, Alajor J. Alounsey and Air AA’. Newlands (secretary). An apology for absence was received from Air H. E. Bergersen.

In his report the conductor stated that on his arrival in Palmerston North, arrangements had been made with tho secretary and president at his request for a month’s trial to be allowed between both parties. This enabled the committee to dispense with the clause of three months’ retention, should the choice of conductor not prove satisfactory a'nd also allow the conductor freedom to depart should ho consider the possibilities for advancement not sufficient. He requested that this matter now be finalised. There was some very fine material in the ranks of the band, added the conductor, and he could see no reason why the committee should not have a musical body which would prove a credit, and an advertisement, to the city. The bandsmen had assured him that they would adhere to the programmes and a future of security could thus be expected. Iu moving the adoption of the report, tho chairman stated that both the band and the committee placed full confidence in tlie new conductor and were Unanimous in confirming the appointment on the original basis. Several bandsmen also paid a tribute to Air Cox’s ability and particularly stressed their appreciation of lus work with the junior members of the band. . ~ , ~ The secretary reported that the band hall had bee a leased for a period, at rates suitable to the committee. The conductor recommended that the matter of week night concerts be left in the hands of the secretary and himself. It was also resolved that two Sunday night concerts be given prior to the week night programmes.