Herb Riddle's photos with the keyword: Band Stand

HBM - A happy bench in Cannes

03 Jul 2023 23 40 187
A quick stroll along the ‘Prom. De la Pantiero’ in Cannes, France, brings us to this Carousel like structure called the ‘Kiosque à musique des Allés de la Liberté’. A nice round bench too, for the lucky listeners to any music played here. Enjoy full screen. Have a great day

HBM - Don Redfern Memorial Bandstand, Buxton

18 Mar 2024 22 39 191
Just a week ago I posted another bandstand here from St John’s, Canada (PiP) . Here is one much closer to home but no less attractive. We are in the Victorian Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, always a great pleasure to walk through and admire. This bandstand was erected in 1997 to the memory of Don Redfern (1921-1991) - conductor, player and promoter of brass bands This years concerts: paviliongardens.co.uk/events/burbage-band “The old bandstand platform is all that is left of an ancient Celtic temple. It was described in 1755 as having an octagonal base and a faint inscription appearing as 'Aeona'. It was concluded that the temple was dedicated to either Epona (goddess of horses) or more appropriately Apona (goddess of healing waters). When Edward Milner remodelled the Pavilion Gardens in 1871 the 2,000-year-old temple was demolished and only the base now remains.” To be honest, I am not sure if we are seeing the original base too but….. HBM, enjoy the week

HBM - St John’s Bandstand

11 Mar 2024 16 29 134
St John’s in New Brunswick, Canada is the home of this small park and bandstand. The King Edward VII Memorial Bandstand, with its copper roof and its filigree metal framework, was constructed in 1908 as a gift to the city – donated by the City Cornet Band. It quickly became a favourite location for musical interludes in King’s Square. Restored in 2013, this beloved Saint John landmark still hosts concerts during the summer months. HBM, enjoy the week.