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Royal British Legion 2016 Festival of Remembrance Concert

The Royal British Legion 2016 Festival of Remembrance concert will take place on Thursday 3rd November at Aberystwyth Arts Centre, starting at 7.30pm Once again, we are thrilled to be contributing to this annual concert and service of memorial. Please come along and support this worthy cause if you can. https://aberystwythartscentre.co.uk/music/festival-remembrance-1

The Bandroom – A History (1926-2016) – Chapter 5 Aberystwyth British Legion Band 1950s

The town band was entitled ‘The Aberystwyth British Legion Band’ after WWII until 1956, their members proudly wearing their pseudo-military style blue uniform and cap. A junior size uniform was also provided for young players. The photos show a young band member, Ivor Pemberthy, wearing one of the junior uniforms c.1954 and Jack Marsden G […]

New Players Welcome

It’s that time of year again where Aberystwyth is buzzing with activity as students – new and old – return for the start of the academic year.  As always students are very welcome to come along and join the band – just come along to the Tuesday night rehearsals – 7.30pm – 9.30pm in the Bandroom (Matalan carpark)

Summer Season on the Bandstand

The band had a very successful season on the new Bandstand this summer with lots of fun, audience participation and even some new tunes. We have thoroughly enjoyed entertaining the people of Aberystwyth and visitors alike. The new Bandstand is a fantastic performance space and we look forward to entertaining you again in July & […]