Under its Honorary conductor, Mr Joseph Wright, the orchestra gave several notable performances in the early 1900s, where it earned a reputation for "honest and tuneful work". . At the King's Theatre "The programme was a not too ambitious one, but each item was given nicely and brightly". On their annual visit to Sunnyside Hospital they were given "three hearty cheers" at the end. At an advertised performance at the Choral Hall, patrons were invited to "Come and hear the wonderful Boy Banjoist, Master D'Arcy Wright".
Many of the instruments (including Harp-guitar) are stamped The Gibson - worth a fortune today!
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