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How many bells are in the National War Memorial Carillon?

  • 49

  • 50

  • 73

  • 88

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The National War Memorial Carillon in Wellington has 73 bells, making it one of the largest carillons in the world. As the first official carillonneur, Gladys Elinor Watkins played an important role in the history of this impressive instrument.
Strike a Chord: The Melodious Life of Gladys Elinor Watkins – A New Zealander Music Maestro and Carillonneur (1884–1939)

Strike a Chord: The Melodious Life of Gladys Elinor Watkins – A New Zealander Music Maestro and Carillonneur (1884–1939)

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