Fitzharry's School, in Abingdon formed an orchestra, but had to hire instruments for the performers.
So the school launched an appeal in 1971 for £1,000 to buy its own instruments, organising a series of fundraising activities, including a draw, sponsored knit, spring fair and a family sports day.
Meanwhile, as you can see in the picture, the musicians kept practising, hoping one day they would have their own instruments.
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