Following the erection and unveiling in Leeds of the memorial plaque to commemorate Frank Kidson, Vic
Gammon has sent the following picture and message.
Dear Martin,
Attached is a photo of the unveiling of the Kidson plaque.
After the unveiling and addresses by myself and John Francmanis outside Kidson’s house the party retired
to a local community centre where there were refreshments, a discussion of Kidson’s life and work
together with performances of songs and tunes from his collection. Present were a number of members of
Leeds Civic Trust, Steve Gardham, Sue Burgess, Johnny Adams, Annie Dearman, Steve Harrison and a
number of other notables. I think all those present found it a unique, interesting and enjoyable experience.
Once again many thanks to the Traditional Song Forum for the generous support given to complete this
project. Some of Kidson’s articles from The Choir will be put on the Leeds University, School of Music
website in the near future and I will try to send you information on these.
Best wishes,
Vic