Saturday morning shoppers in Petersfield were treated to surprise when music began playing out of nowhere.

The Liss Band started off performing Joy, Peace & Happiness with the drummer and bass players. More members then emerged from the side streets and joined in as the piece progressed. Before playing a few more numbers to entertain the crowd that had gathered.

The performance was in aid of advertising the band's 50th anniversary concert on Saturday, November 2 at The Festival Hall.

The sun was shining as the Band delighted the crowd with their music
The sun was shining as the Band delighted the crowd with their music (Roger Lewis) (Roger Lewis)

Current and former players will play a variety of music from the band's 50 year repertoire. Some of the band’s former players who will be there have gone on to have professional music careers! 

As part of the anniversary celebrations, the first official history of the band was written by long serving member Neil Lock and released in May. If you are interested in attending the concert, tickets can be purchased at: https://lissband.co.uk/.