Do you have a cello in your attic collecting dust? Have you always dreamed of playing music in a group but never picked up an instrument? Or are you an enthusiastic musician looking to make music with new people?
We are excited to be launching Today’s the Day: Bristol Beacon Community Band.
Join us for two taster sessions at Beacon Music Centre to give it a go, and even get involved in some consultation for this exciting new group. Regular Community Band session will commence from October – December 2025.
This fun new music ensemble is for ages 16+, all musical abilities, instruments and voices. Led by social musician and practitioner Hugh Nankivell, this ensemble will meet regularly to jam, create music, and work towards performing together. You will also be joined by Bristol Beacon’s Community Musicians who are well-experienced in making music with people of all abilities and backgrounds.
So come along, bring your friends, your family, your instrument, or just yourself, and see what being in an inclusive community band is all about!
Presented by Bristol Beacon
Age: 16+ Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
(No ticket required for parent/guardian if not participating).
Workshop form
After booking your ticket, please complete the workshop info form sent to you via email with information on your experience, instrument, ability and what you intend to pay on the day.
Session times
Wed 11 June
Arrival and set up: 18:00
Start: 18:30
Finish: 20:00
Wed 16 July
Arrival and set up: 18:00
Start: 18:30
Finish: 20:00
How to book
Are you attending Community Band for the first time?
- Book your free ticket via the ‘Sign up’ button on this page.
- You will receive an email within 24 hours with a workshop form to complete. Please check your junk if you have not received this.
- Book for a regular Community Band session
Have you already attended Community Band?
- Book your free ticket using the promo code sent to you in the email.
- You will receive an email within 24 hours with a workshop form to complete. Please check your junk if you have not received this.
- Book for a regular Community Band session using the promo code
You are only required to complete the workshop form once if you are attending both a taster session and the regular rehearsals. Please complete one workshop form per person. If you have attended in Spring 2025, you might have filled out a similar form. Please complete the new one.
After booking your free ticket and completing the workshop form we will be in touch with more information and look forward to seeing you there.
If spaces are full, please join our waiting list which will be visible when you book a ticket.
Payment Information
This is a ‘Pay What You Can’ ticketed event. This means there are fixed prices for tickets and you decide which level you would like to pay.
Ticket prices are £0.00, £3.50, £7.00 and £14.50.
Book a £0.00 value ticket in advance to reserve your space. Sessions are to be paid for in person on the day, at Beacon Music Centre, via cash or card.
Get in touch
If you need help with your booking or have any questions about the Community Band, please get in touch with box office via email or phone.
Regular weekly Community Band sessions
If you have attended a Community Band Taster Session and would like to join the band on a regular basis, please sign up to our Oct – Dec 2025 rehearsals
The venue
Beacon Music Centre
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Music Centre is located on Stanton Road in Southmead.
Address: Beacon Music Centre, Stanton Rd, Bristol BS10 5SJ
Bicycle
Bicycle racks are available in the Beacon Music Centre car park to the left of the main entrance. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking:
Beacon Music Centre has an on-site car park which is free to use for visitors.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Beacon Music Centre is outside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. View a map of the Zone and check if your vehicle will be charged.
Bus
The nearest bus stop is Pen Park Road a short distance (200m) away.
Access
Mobility
Beacon Music Centre is an accessible space, with level access and ramps throughout.
Toilets
There are accessible toilets in the centre.
Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are welcome.
Hearing Facility
There is no induction loop facility at this venue.
Join our access register to help us, help you to have an enjoyable visit.
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