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BRAVEST OF THE BRAVE The Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas Conducted by Major Wayne Hopla
A wonderful new studio recording by the Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas incorporating a range of musical styles from Nepalese traditional songs to the music of the Beatles, Marches and ceremonial music.
The first studio recording by this famous band for many years and a must for collectors.
In the 2 World Wars the Gurkha Brigade suffered 43 thousand casualties and to date have won 26 Victoria Crosses. “Bravest of the brave, most generous of the generous, never had a country more faithful friends than you”.
The words of Professor Sir Ralph Turner, MC, who served with the 3rd Queen Alexandra's Own Gurkha Rifles in the First World War.
Playing time 66 minutes 35 seconds
See also: The Gurkha Festival of Music 2008 CD
and The Gurkha Festival of Music 2008 DVD
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