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T H E O F F I C I A L N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E W O O L S T O N B R A S S BAND • ISSUE 49
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National Brass Band Championship
on the North Shore by Sarah Hickman
Another year, another contest! Woolston Brass has this year
proudly brought home the A Grade Championship title again,
with a hat trick to boot. I would have to say this writer was none
too confident two weeks out from the contest when we had only
received the music for our Own Choice a few weeks earlier and
we suddenly had no Principal Trombone!
Andrew Berryman from the UK (now living in United Arab
Emirates) was originally planned for the seat, but after a nasty
jet ski accident he was suddenly unable to come. Luckily, a keen
young lad called Tom Berry put his hand up for the task of flying
to New Zealand to join us. He joined Martin Britt on Soprano as
our two professional players for the contest. Not only did these
two perform beautifully, but they were super company as well.
We certainly could not have done it without them. Thank you
Martin and Tom.
Apart from the afore-mentioned drama the contest build up
went pretty smoothly (bar a few earthquakes). It must be said
that Woolston could not achieve all we do without the support
of Christchurch and all our sponsors, with one of these sponsors
going the extra mile (literally) to carry the band banner during the
Street March competition.
The Gorgeous Squad: Sarah Hickman, Catherine Neal,
Cathy Biddington, Emma Caunter and Caroline Blackmore
the band took part in the two ensemble events this contest as a
thorough warm up for the big events. One of the quintets (plus
conductor) was calculated to have a combined age of 300!
Kevin Hickman (Principal Cornet) won the Invitation Slow
Melody. This event was once again turned into an exciting
evening experience with the audience having the opportunity to
dine while listening. Quite a nice atmosphere really with the odd
clinking of glasses and cutlery refreshing after the usual tense
silence in solo events.
Philip Johnston won the Open BBb Bass and Roanna Funcke won
the Open Percussion. Roanna also won the trophy for receiving
the highest points of any female competitor in the solo contest.
Georgia Hoy, the only representative at the contest from Woolston
Concert Brass, was second in the Under 15 Other Instrument
Section on the baritone for the second year in a row.
Graeme Bremner led the band to another great win in the Street
March while also securing the Champion Drum Major award. He
has now won the Champion Drum Major title six times which is
the national record. Well done.
Woolston secured first place in the Test Selection and the Own
Choice Selection and second place (behind Marlborough Districts
Brass) in the Sacred Item. This gave Woolston the highest
aggregate points and the A Grade Title followed by Dalewool
Auckland Brass. The cornet section also received the Best Section
prize for their work in the test piece.
Graham Hickman and Lady
Adrienne Stewart get serious
at the Street March event.
The band also has many others who work behind the scenes
making things run smoothly and contributing in no small way to
the success.
Many thanks to Graeme Coomer (Band Manager), Eugene
Puohotaua, Bob Neil, Colleen Hoy, Dave Johnstone (for keeping
you informed via the website) and the Band’s President, Tony
Lewis.
The contest week began with success in the ensemble events with
the Octet winning the Open Ensemble B and Nigel Seaton and
Philip Johnston winning the Open Duet. Nearly all members of
Hat tricks have only been achieved three times (now four) in the
last century - no mean feat. Well-done Graham Hickman!
A Big Thank You!
Yet again we are the grateful recipients of financial
support from the Mainland Foundation. Remuneration
for our Music Director and Marketing Manager has
been extended through to the end of July 2012. This is a
huge boost to the financial welfare of the band in times
when paid engagements
are not the reliable
source of income they
once were. Thank you
Mainland Foundation.
Welcome Back Helen Hoy
Helen Hoy returns to Woolston Brass as the recently appointed
Marketing Manger for the band. From 1997 to 2003 Helen was
the administrator of the Woolston Junior Band. Not many people
would list being involved with a junior band as a highlight of
the banding career, but Helen does. “It was a very busy, buzzing
atmosphere and wonderful to work beside Dennis Spurdle and
David Gallaher.” During this time the organization grew to 70
players with the Junior Band winning the D Grade National
Championship twice and recording a CD.
Helen is probably best known for her administration work as the
manager of the BBANZ National Championships from 2003 to
2008, but she was originally a player. “I started playing the tenor
horn in the Matamata Band at the age of nine. My father, Bob
Lee, taught my brother, sister and I. He was from a brass banding
family. His three brothers all played the cornet as did their father,
who also conducted.” Helen has played baritone for Timaru and
Addington Brass, Woolston Junior and the Sunnybank Districts
Brass in Brisbane.
Helen works part time at Canterbury Museum. She has two
teenage children: Cameron is in his last year of high school
and plays guitar in a band called “Villain” who were placed
2nd at Rockquest regionals. Georgia is in the specialist music
programme at Burnside High, where she plays in five different
music groups on both trombone and baritone. She is also a
member of Woolston Concert Brass.
Flaxwood Festival Proceeds
Gratefully Received
Adrienne, Lady Stewart
presenting the cheque
to Band Chairman Gary
Pinker
Happy Birthday
Professor Ritchie
New Zealand composer Professor Emeritus John Ritchie will
celebrate his 90th birthday during September. To acknowledge
“Prof” Ritchie’s milestone birthday and his support as Patron of
Woolston Brass since 1989, the band has performed one of his
compositions at each of its concerts throughout the year.
John Ritchie was born in Wellington in 1921. He graduated in
Music at the Otago University and trained as a teacher at Dunedin
Teacher’s College. Ritchie served in the RNZ Navy in World War
II and subsequently undertook post-graduate study with Walter
Piston at Harvard University from 1956 to 1957.
In 1946 he was appointed to Canterbury University becoming
Professor and Head of Music in 1962. Ritchie served as acting
and Deputy Vice-Chancellor from 1973-83. During 1967-68 he
held a visiting professorship at Exeter University and served on
the board of Trinity College of Music, London.
He conducted many choirs and in 1959 formed the John Ritchie
String Orchestra and later the Christchurch Civic Orchestra. He
guest-conducted the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and for
the New Zealand Ballet. In 1974 he was Music Director of the
Xth Commonwealth Games and in 1986 the Papal Visit of Pope
John Paul.
The Flaxwood Festival (held on April 3) was a fantastic day of
music and entertainment for all involved at the stunning country
estate of Hans and Carolyn Schuitman. (See photos and review in
the last issue of the Woolstonian.)
Hans and Carolyn Schuitman hosted the event, and many local
musicians and personalities gave freely of their time. Norm
Withers donated a guitar signed by Cliff Richards and the
Shadows, John Dunne was compère/auctioneer extraordinaire,
and the Flaxwood Festival Patron, Adrienne, Lady Stewart, was
tireless in her efforts.
The event raised over $16 000 for Woolston Brass. We are
extremely grateful to all involved. Thank you.
As a composer he is known for choral music, music for brass,
concerto-type works, carols and church music. These include
Partita for brass quintet Introduction and Allegro for euphonium
and piano, Threnody (written in 1989 as a tribute to Mervyn
Waters), Papanui Road Overture (full orchestra) and Flourish
for an Occasion a fanfare written for Skellerup Woolston Band to
perform at the opening of the Christchurch Town Hall auditorium
in 1972.
Professor Ritchie will celebrate his birthday with the band at their
AGM by conducting the band’s rehearsal prior to the meeting.
Radio New Zealand’s Concert programme will feature Professor
Ritchie as their “Composer of the Week” from 25 September.
There will be a talk at 9 am Sunday (repeated 7 pm Monday),
with selections of his music played from 9 am each day of the
week.
Events Calendar Sunday 25 September. 3pm Wigram Air Force Museum.
Christchurch Arts Festival ‘Christchurch Memorial’
combined concert with STRIKE Percussion. A new work by
Gareth Farr depicting the resilience of Christchurch’s people
will be performed. Tickets are $20 and are available from:
www.artsfestival.co.nz
Wednesday 28 September – Woolston Brass AGM
The Annual General Meeting of Woolston Brass at the band
room in Dampier Street. A band rehearsal will be directed
by Professor John Ritchie 7.30 until 8.30, followed by the
AGM.
Tuesday 1 November – Apprentice Graduation Ceremony
Woolston Brass to entertain at the Apprentice Graduation
Ceremony.
Tuesday 1 November – Woolston Brass Academy Open
Night (date to be confirmed - check out website for updates)
Come along and have a peek at the rehearsals of our learner
groups, Woolston Junior Band at 6.30pm or Woolston
Concert Brass from 7.30pm
Saturday 5 November – Canterbury Provincial Contest
Canterbury’s bands will battle it out in Timaru in the
CPBBA Contest. Theatre Royal Timaru
Sunday 4 December – Christmas Concert
Woolston play a variety of music including some Christmas
music. This would usually be held in the Cathedral
but as that is not possible this year the venue will be St
Christopher’s Church, 244 Avonhead Road, Avonhead.
Frosty the Snowman...
The Pohutukawa Stands
This year we commissioned a Sacred Item for the National
Contest. Davey Boyes (former Principal Euphonium and
Deputy Conductor) suggested Peter Meecham as a composer,
and when approached was immediately excited about the
idea. Peter studied at the Royal Northern College, and later
the University of Salford. He has been the Composer in
Residence for Black Dyke Band. He writes mostly for wind
and brass instruments and his music has been performed and
recorded extensively around the world.
Says Peter,
“The earthquake that hit Christchurch in February 2011 took
the lives of 181 people. Being asked to write this work in
their memory was an honour, but I didn’t want it to simply
be performed as a memorial. I wanted to compose a work
that conveyed the sadness and grief for those lost - a work
of remembrance - but also a piece of music that represented
peace, hope and strength.
The title and dedication come direct from the commissioners
of the work, Woolston Brass Band. The pohutukawa trees
stay standing and secure, defiant of the earthquake, in
Christchurch’s Garden City, and the pohutukawa tree also has
a special significance beyond its physical appearance.
According to Maori mythology, the spirits of the dead travel
to Cape Reinga on their journey to the afterlife to leap
off the headland and climb the roots of the 800-year-old
Pohutukawa Tree and descend to the underworld to return to
their traditional homeland of Hawaiiki-a-nui, using the Ta Ara
Wairua, the spirits pathway.
The Pohutukawa Stands is dedicated to the lives lost in the
Christchurch earthquake.”
Woolston Brass is honoured to have worked with such an
exciting composer and have enjoyed the challenge of playing
his wonderful music.
Combined Concert with
“Strike” Percussion
Woolston Brass will join with New Zealand’s premiere
percussion group, Strike in a Christchurch Memorial
concert as part of the 2011 Christchurch Arts Festival.
The concert will feature a new commissioned short
work by leading New Zealand composer Gareth Farr,
which draws on the resilience of the people of this city
in the aftermath of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Not only is this concert a fantastic opportunity for
Woolston Brass to expand its repertoire and to work
with such an outstanding professional group, but it
also brings together the Hickman family with Murray
Hickman the leader and a founding member of Strike
joining his brothers Graham and Kevin.
Founded in 1993 Strike is a high-energy drumming
group made up of New Zealand’s most outstanding
percussionists, specializing in movement-based,
choreographed percussion. Pacific, classical and
contemporary musical influences, combined with a
movement and theatre-based presentation have thrilled
audiences throughout the country.
This is not just a Woolston Brass snowman but also a sign
that Richard Hogarth should once again dust off his copy of
“Frosty the Snowman” for the Christmas Concert!
The Christchurch Memorial concert will be held at 3
pm on Sunday 25 September at the Wigram Airforce
Museum. Tickets are $20.00 and available from the
Arts Festival website www.artsfestival.co.nz
CONTEST PICTURE GALLERY
Looking sharp on the Street March. Note Adrienne, Lady Stewart – standard bearer!
Kevin Hickman on his way to winning the
Invitation Slow Melody event
Mates: Merton Tapp, Nigel Seaton and Denis Broadbent
The “300 Years Young Brass Ensemble”.
Eat your heart out Philip Jones...
Father and Son:
Denis and Christopher Broadbent
Bird’s-eye view of Street March
proceedings...
NORTH SHORE AUCKLAND 2011
.. Marching practice at Takapuna Grammar
You ‘orrible shower!
Get those knees up!
Front row cornets – in order of prettiness...
All ours! The prize haul
Sarah Hickman, Graham Hickman, Adrienne Lady
Stewart, Gary Pinker and Graeme Coomer seize the
day in sunny, aftershock-free Takapuna.
A very scarey man, Champion Drum Major (x6!)
Graeme Bremner demonstrates his winning technique,
and his wonderful bespoke jersey
Englishmen Tom Berry (trombone) and Martin Britt
(soprono cornet) flew to New Zealand to join us for the
contest. They were extremely decent chaps – neither
felt inclined to wear an All Black strip!
Player Profile ~ Callum Hewson
Callum Hewson
has recently rejoined
Woolston Brass on Tenor
Horn after a number of
years out of the civilian
brass band movement.
When did you start
playing Tenor Horn and
why? Do you play any
other instruments?
I’ve been playing Brass
for probably the best part
of 30 years. Originally
started on Cornet in the
Tenderkist Wanganui City
Silver Junior Band, and
then progressed to Tenor
Horn before then being
persuaded by Kevin Jarrett to move onto Flugel Horn, which
then got me into the Senior Band. From there my career began
to slowly blossom with numerous successes. After advice
again from Kevin Jarrett and Colin Spencer who was also
teaching me then, I then made the change back to Tenor Horn
which was very successful and resulted with both selection
for the National Band of NZ and joining the NZ Army Band
where I have been ever since. I did also ‘dabble’ with piano
lessons which gave me a good grounding with music.
Have you always been playing in brass bands? What sort of
musical groups have you been involved in?
It’s been Brass Bands from my childhood days with the
exception of the ‘Big Band’ groups beginning from the
Wanganui Boys College School Band to where I am now in
the NZ Army Band. Since being down in Christchurch I have
played for several Bands as well as even helping out Wanganui
when required. I did however take a substantial ‘time out’
from the full-time commitment to civilian based Bands as I
was fully committed to performing solely with the NZ Army
Band, it was a hard decision at first.
Why do you like being a part of Woolston Brass? What does
it mean to you to be a Woolstonian?
however I would have to single out the late Mark Liefting who
was definitely both an inspiration and a wonderful person.
‘Lefty’ was all set to take me to Woolston for the first time
in 1994, however he sadly passed away. Nevertheless, I still
joined and that year was quite a special one with both myself
and the Band dedicating our music to him. Elgar’s Enigma
Variations was a fine choice by Ken Smith that year and our
‘clean-sweep’ of that contest would definitely rate amongst my
highlights. I was also selected for the National Band of NZ in
1992 and 1995. Achieving my LTCL performance in 2009 was
also a nice bonus.
What are some of the contest successes you have had in the
past?
There have been numerous solo and party event successes
over the years. The main one’s would be winning the 1988
Australian ‘A’ Grade with Wanganui, winning the Junior
Flugel in 1986, runner-up in the Open Tenor Horn Solo in
1994, and with Woolston, it’s 2 out of 3 so far with ‘Champion
Band’ titles in 1994 and 2011, and 2 out of 2 with Champion
‘Ensemble’ (1996 & 2011). Within the NZ Army Band, I’ve
managed to win the Brass section aggregate in our annual Solo
competitions on 3 occasions including this year. It certainly
was a thrill to achieve my latest Solo success and it was quite a
humble feeling to have done so against some of this country’s
finest Brass players who we are lucky enough to have within
our organisation.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I think it’s important to have a good and sensible balance
between music and the rest of our lives. Obviously for me,
music is also part of my job, so when I do get spare time I like
to achieve the balance and ‘time out’ that one needs. Relaxing
at home and spending time with my partner Evgeniya and of
course our free-range Budgie ‘Boris’. Maintaining a sense of
well-being also is important and this can be done by eating
sensibly, and doing some form of exercise each day. And
finally of course there has to be music. Listening to, practising,
researching, learning from, or just relaxing to.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years time with life/brass
bands?
Having experienced performing with numerous ensembles
including the NZ Army Band, at the recent contest in
Auckland after we’d won it was clear to me that I was again
part of one of the most professional musical organisations
not only within NZ, but a Band that is truly world class. It’s
a proud feeling to be part of such a professional organisation.
I look forward to the Band being able to maintain its echelon
amongst the world’s finest musical ensembles.
It’s definitely an interesting time at the moment with my Army
career nearing its conclusion. Having now spent over half of
my life both in the Army Band and in Christchurch it’s a tough
choice between where I call ‘home’, however I think like most
things one has to follow their ‘heart’ when it comes to such
important matters. It’s hard to imagine work outside of music,
however it’s a reality that I will eventually be faced with I
guess so in the meantime it’s great to have Woolston there.
Who knows, maybe an overseas option could arise also.
Favourite piece of music and why?
Any advice for the next generation of brass players?
Many pieces performed with the NZ Army Band, civilian
Bands, and solo arrangements I’ve done for myself and
other musical colleagues. I’d have to mention the Band’s
performance at the North Shore contest – it was an absolute
pleasure to be part of such a well-balanced and full ensemble
of sound. There’s no better feeling than to be playing in the
middle of such a purely magnificent musical ensemble which
is at the control of a champion conductor.
One great piece of advice I did get was from ‘Lefty’, and that
was ‘listen to as much classical music as you can’. We can
learn so much about how music should be truly played. Listen
to the phrasing and styles, especially of the accomplished
performers, and try to then apply it to your own playing. Music
to me is also not all about winning the medals & trophies as
not everyone can win. I was taught to play your best and if you
do so with learning from each performance, then any results
will take care of themselves. ‘Relax and breathe.’ Simple yet
so many brass players don’t and they wonder why it’s just ‘not
working for me’. And finally, a formula, which I came up with
and have stuck with ever since;
What is the highlight of your musical career so far?
Musical highlights can only happen with people involved
and it’s those various fellow musical colleagues amongst the
musical ensembles in which I’ve performed who to me, are the
real ‘highlights’. There are many musicians in this category,
‘Self discipline + Preparation = Maximum Performance’.
New Musical Director of
Woolston Concert Brass
Woolston Personnel
Changes
Steve Chapman is the new musical director of Woolston Concert
Brass. Steve Chapman began learning the cornet at age eight
under the tutelage of Jamie Ford in Whakatane. Through his
school years Steve played with the Whakatane Citizens Band
and Rotorua Brass. He became the Itinerant Brass Tutor before
moving to Auckland to commence his Bachelor of Music
(performance trumpet) degree. After a year of study at Auckland
University, he moved south to join the NZ Army Band and
complete his degree. Back on civvy street after 13 years, Steve
is currently pursuing his Graduate Diploma in Teaching at the
Christchurch College of Education. A successful soloist, Steve
has been selected for five National Youth Bands and the National
Youth Orchestra. He has played in both the APO and the CSO.
Since June there have been several changes within
the ranks of Woolston Brass.
Steve is a keen sportsman and on a free day he can often be
found on the golf course – probably trying to win a beer off Phil
Johnston and Nigel Seaton!
Steve says…
It is with much excitement I accepted the position of Musical
Director of Woolston Concert Brass recently. Firstly, I must
thank Tristan Mitchell for all his work as the Musical Director,
Drum Major and arranger for the band since 2003. Having
known (and worked with) Tristan for over 13 years now, I can
assure you he put in an enormous amount of time and effort with
Woolston Concert Brass over his tenure, and that commitment
is sincerely appreciated. Also, it is great that Tristan has availed
himself to continue as a player within the band. His knowledge
and advice will be invaluable. Thanks Mitch.
My plan with WCB is one of progress. I believe it is essential
that the members of the band continue to present concerts to the
public and to contest regularly at both national and provincial
level. I am of the firm belief that having events throughout the
year provides a means of motivating the band and, combined
with a challenging yet manageable music programme ensures
the continual improvement of the players and consequently the
ensemble as a whole.
Our next (my first) engagement will be at the Canterbury
Provincial contest on the 5th of November being held in Timaru.
It is my opinion that bands (especially those comprised mainly
of youth) need to be graded according to their current capability
and not according to the standard they would like to be playing
at or have played at in previous years. With this in mind, we will
be considering whether WCB should regraded to ‘D’ Grade, to
allow the band to play challenging music, but within ‘D’ grade
parameters. It is a goal of mine to have the band return to the ‘C’
grade via winning the national ‘D’ grade contests.
In these first few weeks since I began with WCB I have been
delighted to work with such enthusiastic young (and some not
quite so young!) people. It gives me great expectations for
the future of WCB. It is very heartening to see the Academy
programme working so well and this is due in no small part to
the dedication from the likes of Bill Vail and Jill Pears.
The baritone and euphonium sections have had a
wee shuffle around. Davey Boyes, our Principal
Euphonium for the last few years, has decided
to have a break from Woolston Brass. He is still
involved in banding and enjoying doing some
conducting and playing for other bands around
the country. This leaves young Ben Cuff in the
Principal Euphonium hot seat, with Mark Van der
Klei moving from 1st baritone to provide some
experience on Second Euphonium. Connor Ellison
moves to Principal Baritone, with Vince Pheloung
being his wingman. We also have a new addition
to the band in Georgia Hoy on baritone. You may
recognize the name as her mother Helen is the
band’s Marketing Manager, grandmother Colleen
is the band Secretary and her father Brent was a
player for many years in the band on cornet and
soprano. Welcome Georgia.
Callum Hewson joined the ranks of the band for
the contest and he is still coming to rehearsals so
we are happy to welcome him into the band. It
is always great to have a strong horn section and
Callum certainly adds some wonderful sounds to
the section.
The band’s contest manager and treasurer
extraordinaire Graeme Coomer has been
nominated by the band to stand for the National
Executive committee of the Brass Bands
Association of New Zealand.
Kidsfest Concert
On the 17th of July the Woolston Junior Band
played its annual concert for Kidsfest in Cashmere
High School’s auditorium.
Finally, I would like to extend an open invitation to anyone
whom is interested in playing with WCB to come along and
join in. Rehearsal is on Tuesday evenings at Dampier Street
from 7.30pm through until 9.00pm. All are most welcome and
the more the merrier. If you are curious as to how things are
sounding or just wish to show your support please do drop in
at any rehearsal and enjoy the band’s playing! If you wish to
contact me for any reason, please don’t hesitate to call or text me
on 021 665756 or email me at [email protected]
It was very good as we had a full house. Many
parents turned up with their children and their
friends; lots of musical instruments came as well!
We had everything from the simple hand clap, to
maracas, bongo drums and even a miniature set of
tubular bells! Children also marched and danced
around the room while playing their instruments
in time to the music. The band played a variety of
tunes, from well known screen compositions such
as Star Wars to their very own Woolston Junior
Blues composed by our conductor, Jill Pears. We
had practised a lot beforehand and all that hard
work paid off on the day. When the concert was
finished and the day was over everyone had to agree
that they’d had a great time.
Best in banding, Steve Chapman
By Joseph Hardman
Yep, they’re all in step!
Acknowledgements:
We are grateful to these individuals and organizations for their
continued support:
Seat Sponsors
One proud, cross-eyed Woolstonian – Vince Pheloung
Next Issue Information
The next Woolstonian will be released in December 2011.
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Principal Cornet
Solo Cornet 1
Solo Cornet 2
Solo Cornet 3
Solo Cornet 4
Soprano Cornet
Repiano Cornet
Second Cornet 1
Second Cornet 2
Third Cornet 1
Third Cornet 2
Solo Trombone
Second Trombone
Bass Trombone
Principal Euphonium
Second Euphonium
First Baritone
Second Baritone
Flugel Horn
Solo Tenor Horn
First Tenor Horn
Tenor Horn 2
Tenor Horn 3
Principal E flat Bass
Second E flat Bass
Principal B flat Bass
Second B flat Bass
Percussion 1
Percussion 2
Percussion 3
Adrienne, Lady Stewart
Simon Hocking House of Travel
Henshaw Developments Trust
Lane Neave Lawyers
Gilbert and Patricia Glausiuss
Derek and Lynn Anderson
Hans and Carolyn Schuitman
The Ron Ball Charitable Trust
Judith and Graeme Coomer
Jenny and Lindsay Moir
J Ballantyne & Co
J Ballantyne & Co
Robert and Valerie Blackmore
Michael and Lesley Pettersen
Anonymous
Triple Forte
Alan Reay Consultants
Coupland Bakeries Ltd
HongKong and Shangai Banking Corporation
Murray and Bernice Ireland
David and Hilary Stock
Keith Laugeson Charitable Trust
Christchurch Casino
Archibalds Motors
Hunter Furniture
Prof. John Ritchie
Ron and Audrey Harris
The Ron Ball Charitable Trust
David and Robyn Marriott
Bell Lamb and Trotter Funeral Directors
Project Supporters:
Christchurch City Council, The Trusts Charitable Foundation,
The Canterbury Community Trust, New Zealand Community Trust,
The Eureka Trust, The Southern Trust, Mainland Foundation
Contacts: Chairman – Gary Pinker: [email protected] M.D. – Graham Hickman [email protected]
Woolston Brass, 37 Dampier Street, Woolston, Christchurch, New Zealand.
Telephone (03) 389 6340 (Band Room). Established in 1891. Music Director: Graham Hickman.
P.O. Box 8187, Riccarton, Christchurch. email: [email protected] Website: www.woolstonbrass.org