First in the World: Story of the National Youth Orchestra of Wales: The Story of the National Youth Orchestra of Wales

First in the World: Story of the National Youth Orchestra of Wales: The Story of the National Youth Orchestra of Wales

by Beryl James (Author), David Ian Allsobrook (Author), David Ian Allsobrook (Author), Beryl James (Author)

Synopsis

This volume celebrates 50 years of the National Youth Orchestra of Wales, the first national youth orchestra in the world. The authors cover the contributions of significant individuals, such as Irwyn Walters and Arthur Davison, and record the names of hundreds of past members.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 130
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: University of Wales Press
Published: 23 Jun 1995

ISBN 10: 0708312969
ISBN 13: 9780708312964

Author Bio
Beryl Bowen Jones was one of the earliest members of the NYOW (National Youth Orchestra of Wales). She now teaches music in schools in South Glamorgan and Gwent. Dr David Ian Allsobrook is a Lecturer in the History of Education at University of Wales Cardiff, and a member of the editorial board of the 'British Journal of Music Education'.