*
banner

Advert: John Packer Musical Instruments

Ideal career opportunity at John Packer — so get your CV at the ready!

John Packer
 

John Packer Ltd is one of the largest suppliers of Woodwind and Brass instruments in the UK.

Sales potential

As part of our expansion in both our retail and education departments, we are seeking a capable professional who can maximise our sales potential to existing and potential customers primarily in the North of England.

We anticipate the ideal candidate to be intelligent, articulate, diligent and based in the North of England.

High level

They will have a high level of competence as a musician – ideally with a good knowledge of brass or woodwind instruments. Some experience either in music retail/wholesale or music education would be an advantage, but full training will be given.

The job will be home based, but involve travel around the North of England to a large and influential existing customer database and there is also high potential for further development. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.

This is a busy and demanding full time, employed position and carries an attractive remuneration package including company car etcJohn Packer

Busy and demanding

This is a busy and demanding full time, employed position and carries an attractive remuneration package including company car etc.

Closing date 31st August, 2012.

Applications

Send CV and application by email in the first instance to:

Annie Gardner – Director
annie@johnpacker.co.uk

John Packer Ltd
141 Staplegrove Rd
Taunton
Somerset
TA2 6AF

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us    


Swedish

Results: 2025 Swedish National Championships

November 9 • Gota Brass make it eight wins in a row as they secure the Swedish title yet again


Paul Mealor

Mealor provides 12 answers

November 9 • Composer Paul Mealor reveals more about his life, work and future plans — including his latest brass band world premiere.


Webster

Webster passes on expertise to brass band students

November 9 • Roger Webster recently added to the student appeal of studying at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.


Varley

Varley takes decision to end Grimethorpe tenure

November 9 • Grimethorpe's respected solo horn player Helen Varley has stepped down from playing with the Yorkshire band.


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 7 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Remembrance Concert

Sunday 9 November • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Delph Band - Remembrance Sunday Concert

Sunday 9 November • Delph Band Club. Lawton Square, . Delph, . Oldham OL3 5DT


Regent Hall Concerts - Five By 5 Trumpet Ensemble

Friday 14 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Contest: 48th Brass in Concert

Saturday 15 November • The Gladhous International Centre for Music, St Mary's Square, Gateshead NE8 2JR


Tintwistle Band

November 9 • Attention soprano cornet players!. Tintwistle band (famed for the number 1 hit single Matchstalk Men and Matchstalk Cats and Dogs!) are looking for a soprano cornet player!. We are 2nd section, enjoy all year round concerts/contests, and band social events.


Harlow Brass Band

November 8 • We have vacancies for CORNETS, TROMBONES, 2ND HORN AND PERCUSSION. We are a welcoming, non contesting band who organising their own Spring and Christmas concerts and enjoy playing at local events throughout the year.


West Wycombe Brass Band

November 8 • West Wycombe Brass Band are looking for players. Horn,Flugel and cornets. Non contesting friendly band with sensible engagement list. Wednesday rehearsal 7.45-9.45pm in own hall. Come along for a blow, all welcome.


James Garlick

BMus (Hons), QTS
Conductor, Band Trainer, Adjudicator, Tutor


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd