Hi - thanks for your question!
Although Bath is on the smaller side when it comes to cities, there is still lots to do here.
There are a number of bars and pubs in the city centre who host live music acts very regularly. Bath's main live entertainment venue is Komedia, where there are a large variety of music acts, as well as club nights with live music. There are many clubs in Bath with a variety of music genres and different nights to appeal a wide range of tastes. As you said, Bristol is only a short train journey away and there are a lot of music venues there.
If you are interested in getting involved in music yourself, the SU has many societies catering to a variety of interests. These societies practice and perform regularly at our new building called The Edge, which is a purpose built arts and music centre.
Anymore questions, please let me know!
Leah
1st Year Chemical Engineering