New Zealand- Australia Concert Tour'. April 15 - May 2, 1994. 'Los Altos High School Main Street Singers. Barrett E. Troll, Interim Director.event, entertainment, music, concert programme, new zealand - australia concert tour, los altos high school main street singers, barrett e troll

Frank Wright was a renown resident of Smeaton, where he was born. He lived at Laura Villa, and attended Smeaton State School. His father William was a gold miner and his mother's name was Sarah. Their family won many singing and instrumental awards. Frank was tutored by Percy Code and was awarded a gold medal for the highest marks in the ALCM examinations in the British Colonies at the age of seventeen years. He became the Australian Open Cornet Champion by the age of eighteen. A year later, Frank conducted the City of Ballarat Band, and later the Ballarat Soldiers’ Memorial Band. He formed the Frank Wright Frisco Band and Frank Wright and his Coliseum Orchestra. These bands won many South Street awards, and Frank as conductor won many awards in the Australian Band Championship contest. In 1933 Frank Wright sailed to England to conduct the famous St Hilda’s Band and was later appointed Musical Director of the London County Council, where he organized many amazing concerts in parks, in and around the London district. He was made Professor of Brass and Military Band Scoring and conducted at the Guildhall of Music and Drama. Frank was often invited to adjudicate Brass Band Championships around Europe, in Australia, including South Street and in New Zealand. The Frank Wright Medal at the Royal South Street competition is awarded to an individual recognized as making an outstanding contribution to brass music in Australia.Black and white photograph of two men dressed in suits, one standing behind an open tourer car and the other is sitting at the driver's steering wheel. They are parked beside a gravel road with a gate and fence directly behind and then open fields and in the far distance is a row of trees. The man standing is Frank Wright.Written in pencil on back - 26/4/53frank wright, open tourer, conductor, car, automobile, transport

Plaque was presented by the Australian Children's Choir, New Zealand Tour April 2001 to the Nunawading Arts Council and Mr Hodges, president per invitation to a return concertGold metal square set on solid wood frame. Black writing. Invitation to presentation concert to Mr and Mrs Hodges.Plaque of Appreciation presented by The Australian Children's Choircivic mementoes, plaques

This article provides a biographical overview of William Northcott, an accomplished English-born cornetist. Born in Devonshire, England, in 1811.He began studying music at age nine under the renowned cornetist Norton. He demonstrated rapid progress, leading to early opportunities in military bands. He joined the British Navy as a young teenager, initially aiming to serve on the St.Jean d'Acre during the Crimean War. He played the cornet aboard the Princess Royal and later the St. Jean d'Acre, becoming popular among officers and crew. William participated in significant events such as the Crimean War and the fall of Sebastopol before returning to England in 1856. He Continued naval service on the "Conqueror" (Mediterranean cruise, 1856–1859) and then the "Nile," where he served as leading cornet player and soloist. Accompanied the Prince of Wales on a tour of Canada, earning high praise for his performances.International Musical Caree. rAfter ten years in the British Navy, traveled to Australia to join his family and founded the Northcott Sandhurst Brass Band, introducing popular "sacred concerts." Moved to New Zealand, briefly led a band in Christchurch, and attempted gold mining before returning to music with a successful concert tour. On route to America, organized a concert in Honolulu and was hired by the local government to form and lead a band, which he developed into a respected ensemble. William arrived in San Francisco in 1871, performed as a soloist in a major benefit concert for Chicago fire victims, and gained popularity on the West Coast. Later he moved to New York City, performing with prominent groups and artists, including Henry Tissington and Mme. Parepa Rosa, and joined Carneross' Minstrels. Early Engagements (1873–1875):Solo cornetist at Congress Hall, Cape May, under Simon Hassler (summers of 1873, 1874, 1875). Performed with the San Francisco Minstrels (fall/winter 1873–74) and at the Chestnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia (fall/winter 1874). Centennial Exhibition (1876):Specially engaged to perform for several exhibitors, attracting large crowds (20,000–30,000 people daily).Played for major companies (Hook & Hastings Organ Co., Knabe Piano Co., Stieff Piano, etc.) and with the Centennial Band. Demonstrated remarkable endurance by performing multiple daily sets throughout the event.Subsequent Engagements (1877–1879): Soloist for the Permanent Exhibition (1877–79). Performed with renowned violinist Ole Bull in 1879 and impressed critics with technical feats, such as playing "America" in four octaves on the cornet.Concert Company Leadership (1891–1893): Managed and performed with his own Concert Company, recognized as one of the finest musical organizations in the country. The company featured top vocalists and instrumentalists, giving over fifty concerts in Philadelphia alone. Introduced an original comic opera, "Henrietta; or, the Power of Music," to diversify the repertoire. Northcott's career is marked by international travel, military service, musical leadership, and a reputation for both performance excellence and band organization. Williams and his brother James Northcott served in the military together. James settled in Bendigo and worked for George Lansell as his general manager for 26 years. James lived in Lily St Golden Square; he continued with the Northcott Band until his death in 1904Fortuna Articles - The J.W. Pepper's Philadelphia Musical Times Band Journal - Sketch of William Northcott April 1884 This item contains two copies of the following documents from Wendy Ellis, a descendant of the Northcotts. James (George Lansell's General Manager) Northcott's name was famous for his involvement with his band. William was his brother who joind him in Bendigo for four years. 11217.68a Black and white etching of William Northcott, Cornet Virtuosu, from the article (sketch) on him - the Musical Times Journal. 11217.68b, c, and d Part of the article on William Northcott 11217.68e This document is a personal letter focused on family history and genealogical research. The writer's great-grandfather was Richard Williams.The writer's grandfather, Albert James, married Annie Edith Northcott, who was George Lansell's niece. Annie's father was not William Northcott, but his brother. The writer enclosed photocopies related to the family history, as promised. An additional photocopy from a magazine was included, with the original held by the writer's sister. The writer asks for the names, address, or phone number of the Lansell sisters to obtain a copy of the family tree. The book "Bendigo and Vicinity" is mentioned as a resource, with copies available at the State Library in Melbourne.non-fictionbendigo, fortuna, george lansell, william northcott, james northcott band, wnedy ellis