The public have been invited to join the Bermuda Regiment band and other community bands and musicians from 3pm at Government House on April 12 for a reunion concert to mark the regiment’s 50 years of service to the Island.

The North Village Community Band, the Somerset Brigade Band, the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band, the Bermuda Chamber Choir, the Bermuda Youth Orchestra and members of the Warwick Academy Orchestra will perform.

BR50 Committee chairman Stephen Caton said: “It is a thrill for us to bring this free concert to the people of Bermuda as part of our year-long celebrations marking the historic and significant role the regiment has played within our community. We encourage everyone to reunite with us.”

Governor George Fergusson, the commander-in-chief of the Bermuda Regiment, said: “Mrs Fergusson and I are pleased to host this reunion concert in the grounds of Government House. We are grateful for the support of the community bands and organisations who have joined in with this first event in 2015 marking the regiment’s 50th birthday. I also thank the BR50 Committee and the regiment for organising this special event.”

Attendees must obtain free tickets in advance at www.bdatix.bm and are encouraged to carpool. Access to the grounds of Government House is by the North Shore Gate only. Gates open at 1.30pm, with limited parking provided within the grounds. Concertgoers are welcome to bring their own baskets, blankets and chairs. Refreshments will also be on sale. Limited seating will be provided for seniors.

In the event of inclement weather, please listen to media messages or look for posted signs that will indicate whether the concert has been moved indoors to the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium.