*
banner

Free final appearance for Bandsman

The final on-line issue of British Bandsman has been made available for free before a new venture is published.

bandsman
  The final issue was number 6143

The final on-line British Bandsman magazine has been made available for free as it ceases publication after 135 years and 6143 issues.

First published monthly in 1887 it became a weekly part of the worldwide banding movement in 1902.

However, in recent years it has passed through various owners and faced increased competition. Monthly issues were published until September 2018 when it became an on-line offering.

New initiative

Its sale was announced in May, with its website and social media pages sold to Rob Tompkins, the well-known conductor and organiser of the popular BrassFest UK initiative.

He recently announced that a new website will be created which will be launched as soon as possible.

In a recent update he stated: "I have initiated the domain transfer to my host so I can then start work on the website. I will put up a holding page when the transfer is complete, so you are all kept up to date on progress.

I have been overwhelmed by messages of support from so many people, it has really made the decision to take on this huge challenge a lot easier knowing so many people appreciate that The Bandsman has been kept and want to help me make this a success."

Final edition

The final edition can be viewed at:
https://viewer.joomag.com/issue-6143-digital-june-9-2022/0214143001654778470?short&

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    


British Open

British Open countdown: 50 days to go

July 18 • There are now fewer than 140 premium tickets to be snapped up for the 171st British Open.


Williams

More milestones to achieve for Williams duo

July 18 • New musical avenues will be marked by yet more milestones for Glyn and Helen Williams.


Olav Skar

New Nordic President at coop

July 18 • Olav M Skar has reconnected with the cooperation band in his new role as Band President.


Tongan

Life changing opportunity for Tongan youth

July 18 • The first Tongan Youth Band course is looking for support to help give musical youngsters a life changing opportunity.


The Hepworth Band - A Summer Proms Concert

Sunday 20 July • Hepworth United Sports Club, Far Lane, Hepworth, Holmfirth. HD9 1RN


Petworth Town Band - Ebernoe Horn Fair

Friday 25 July • Ebernoe Cricket Ground GU28 9LD


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Haverhill Silver Band - A Nightingale Sang... (an evening concert)

Saturday 2 August • Foakes Hall, Dunmow CM6 1DG


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Rushden Town Band

July 18 • Second Trombone vacancy. A friendly Midlands 1st Section Band, Rushden are looking for a Second Trombone player to come and join us. Great repertoire and concerts plus contests twice per year. Every other year, the band goes on tour.


Welwyn Garden City Band

July 18 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an exciting and varied summer season of concerts. Due to an employment relocation, we have an immediate vacancy for a FRONT ROW CORNET player.


Bedford Town Band

July 18 • Bedford Town Band have vacancies for 1st trombone, 1st horn, EEb and BBb bass. We have several concerts and Wychavon contest in the Autumn. In the last few years the band won the Butlins 2nd section , been promoted to 1st section then 3rd at Wychavon


Paul Andrews


Conductor, Band trainer, Adjudicator, Instrument Repairer - Brasstoff


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd