Smartly dressed in trendy and colorful uniforms, and armed with their shiny brass instruments, the entry of Harry’s band into any venue brings with it an immediate sense of gaiety and exuberance. Their expertise also includes music composition and song-writing.Īt Bejai church grounds before the “Porab” a Nine day Konkani cultural programme presented by Mandd Sobhann (Regd.) 55 well known brass band artistes participated in this programme. The band is also adept at playing devotional hymns and sorrowful tunes at religious occasions and funeral processions thus setting the mood for melancholy as well.
The demand for their presence at all weddings, processions and other joyful occasions speaks for itself. The band members are extremely proud of their musical instruments which comprise of Trumpets, Cornets, Clarinets, Baritone, Euphoria, Souzaphone (formerly circle bass), Cymbals, Murakash (moracco), Side Drum, Base Drum etc. Today no function is complete or considered ‘gahmmat’ without that unique blend of music characterized by the melodious and foot-stomping beat of Harry’s Band. Headed by three generations at different times, it has found steady growth and improvement amidst the expectations of an ever increasing and appreciative audience not only in and around the city of Mangalore, but also outside the district of South Kanara. Basking under the glory of a 100 year history is our very own ‘Harry’s Silver Band’ distinguished simply by the sincere service it has rendered in the field of music.
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