Item 04: Sydney B. Young war diary, 15 April-19 September 1917 - Page 36

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[Page 36]

Being a bandsman I was held back.
Our band is progressing favourably. We have only 17 players but a good balance & a surprising volume for our number.
As a recreation we play "Finlandia" one of the finest tone poems I have heard.
We have a great stock of music, including many pieces like "William Tell" which we may never be able to play, but which makes our repertoire look impos

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