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Gurkhas drum up a tune

4:42pm Thursday 28th February 2008

By Francine Wolfisz »

Enjoy a lively performance from the Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas, which arrives at Wycombe Town Hall next week.

Organised by the Rotary Club of Jordans and District, the evening promises a host of ethnic Nepali folk tunes and colourful traditional dances, as performed by the group since 1859.

Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas performs at Wycombe Town Hall on Friday, March 7, 8pm. Details: 01494 512000.

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