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To: brass-band@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
From: William Dee <wpdee@xxxxxx>
Date: Mon, 23 Sep 1996 03:33:55 +0100 (BST)
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Folks,

I`ve just come from a heated meeting of the South-East Region of the Irish
Association of Brass and Military Bands. Currently, no professionals
(members of army or police bands, orchestras etc., or anyone who earns more
than 2/3 of their living from music. Conductors are exempt.)are allowed to
play in Irish contests. Over the years, there have been so many ammendments
and minor alterations to the rule, that "disagreements!" are becoming
common. So our national executive are trying to find a solution. All bands
have been asked to discuss the problem, and offer solutions, which will be
voted on at the AGM in Jan/Feb `97. 
What solutions have Associations etc. come up with in other countries, or do
any list members have any strong views, one way or the other?
I think the Irish movement has crippled itself not allowing professionals.
We can learn so much from these people, but unregulated, abuses of the rules
could cause serious rifts within the Association.
I really would appreciate any comments on this matter.

William Dee
Dungarvan Brass Band
Ireland


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