Canon Galpin playing a tromba marina from his collection

The Galpin Society has an international membership of people from all walks of life with an interest in musical instruments. The Galpin Society Journal (GSJ) is published annually for members at the end of the subscription year, and o ur online newsletter is produced three times a year. Conferences are normally held in the UK in alternate years. For details of how to join please see our Subscriptions page. Founded in 1946, the Society commemorates Canon Francis W. Galpin (1858-1945). A much-loved parish priest, Galpin had a lifelong interest in studying, collecting, playing and sometimes making musical instruments. His enthusiasm is reflected in the Society’s broad remit today to promote the study of all kinds of musical instrument. We are delighted to confirm that the 2022 issue of The Galpin Society Journal has now been published, particularly as it is our 75th anniversary issue.