BALLYBRICKEN BANDSTAND

A bandstand is a circular or semicircular structure set in a park, garden, pier, or indoor space, designed to accommodate musical bands performing concerts. A simple construction, it both creates an ornamental focal point and also serves acoustic requirements while providing shelter for the changeable weather, if outdoors. Many bandstands in the United Kingdom and ireland originated in the Victorian era as brass band movement gained popularity. Smaller bandstands are often not much more than gazebos.