New Bandmaster at Bideford in 1964

At the week-end Mr W Garrett, who was president of the Southern Counties Brass Band Association for 11 years, commenced his appointment as bandmaster of Bideford Town Silver Band. His appointment fills a long standing vacancy.
Mr Garrett comes from Guildford where he was bandmaster of the Godalman Borough Band and conductor of the Westborough Ladies' Choir. He has also been bandmaster of Weymanns Works Band and the Miles Aircraft Works Band.
He will be pleased to welcome any players of any age, and anyone wishing to learn, at rehearsals held in the band room at Westcombe, Bideford, at 7.30pm on Mondays.