Community Band Set For Summer

By Brian Wuerch

Summer is here, ushering in car shows, community festivals, outdoor recreation and … band concerts in the park!  On Sunday, June 8, the Hamilton County Community Band will be hosted by Cicero Friends of the Park for an evening concert in Red Bridge Park at 6:30 p.m. This concert is always a favorite among Hamilton County residents which combines the beautiful views of Morse Lake and the familiar sounds of pop and patriotic concert band music.

This year, the band will be performing at Beulah Park in Alexandria as a part of the Alexandria Band Festival on Saturday, June 14.  The day-long festival, hosted by the Alexandria Community Band, will showcase multiple volunteer community bands from surrounding areas.  Bring the whole family and enjoy a picnic in the park along with tremendous musical performances.

The Hamilton County Community Band, with 80-plus volunteer members, was formed on Feb. 25, 2018, with a meeting between current director, Brian Swart, Noblesville Schools Band Director Eric Thornbury and director of the Fishers Community Chorus, Marc Feeney. These three men envisioned a need for a true community concert band in Hamilton County.

“Our mission is to have a “FUN” atmosphere that is inviting to all musicians,” Swart said.

HCCB performs multiple concerts in and around the Hamilton County area. Rehearsals are held weekly on Sunday evenings at Hamilton Heights Schools. 

Please consider supporting your Hamilton County Community Band this summer. Bring the whole family, and picnic lunch or dinner, and soak up the summer sun at our community parks.  Concerts are always free.  A free-will donation will be collected to help with the purchase of new music and equipment. HCCB also welcomes corporate sponsors. Information can be found at www.hamiltoncountycommunityband.com or reach out to Brian Wuerch at [email protected]

Mark your calendars for summer concerts:

• June 8                   Red Bridge Park                 6:30 p.m.
• June 14                 Alexandria                          All day
• June 29                 Federal Hill                          6:30 p.m.
• July 27                   Federal Hill                          6:30 p.m.        
• Aug. 23                 Greenwood Festival       All Day
• Aug. 24                 Federal Hill                          6:30 p.m.