Addendum ***:
Current Event and Performance Schedule:
Updated 7/26/21
BREAKING NEWS!
Greetings!
OK, this might not be Breaking News!, but we like that phrase and intend to use it for a while.
By now you've followed us through our COVID-triggered pause and restart. Getting the band back together isn't just a phrase in the movies, or a single event. It is a series of intentional, scheduled actions, much like building a house. In our case, we already had access to the raw materials (performers), and just needed to put the pieces together in the proper order. Done properly, the result isn't just fun, it's magical!
At this point our restart was just 7 weeks ago, which seems like ages. At this point there are only two performances remaining at McKinley Park, signaling the end of our summer concert series. Usually included is an additional phrase, something on the order of “weather permitting”. In view of the events of the past 14 months, that is being swapped out for the more accurate “subject to change”. That applies not only to the summer concert series, but to rehearsals as well.
August 1 The Palace Theatre Big Band with Johnny Steiner and Ann Schertzer
August 8 Marion Concert Band
****************** Additional schedule item! ******************
We, The Marion Concert Band, were invited to perform for the 100th Anniversary Celebration of Lawrence Apple Orchard on Saturday, July 17th. Unfortunately, due to weather issues, this was delayed until Saturday, July 31st. We will play from 11:30am-12:30pm. This is a great way to support a local business and give live music exposure in Marion. Our performance will resemble performances in McKinley Park, featuring marches, Broadway tunes, and more. Please put this on your calendar if you will be available! It will also be a fun way to spend the day with family as there will be other music, food trucks and tours of the orchard.
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One last note about the summer concert schedule. Each year the Marion Concert Band solicits donations from individuals and businesses to finance the summer concert series. Due to the late approval we’ve not been able to contact potential donors yet. If you are aware of an individual or business who would consider a contribution, please share the following with them.
Donors are recognized in the posters placed throughout the community, the printed program distributed at each concert, by announcement during the performance, and by mention at our web site: http://marionconcertband.weebly.com/ . The Marion Concert Band is a registered 501 (C) (3) charity (#34-1492139), making contributions tax deductible. To be included in the Sponsors listed on the printed flyer that will be posted around Marion in restaurants, churches and other public locations, the donation commitment needs to be confirmed by June 1st. Donation commitments received after that will still be listed on the individual printed programs, by announcement during the performance, and by mention on our web site.
Donations in any amount are appreciated. Donors are requested to provide contact information as well as level of commitment. Checks should be made out to the Marion Concert Band, and sent to our Director, Bill Swihart at 632 Bordeaux Avenue, Marion, Ohio 43302, or our Treasurer, Beth Cumbie, at 960 Villandry Drive, Marion, OH 43302. Questions can be directed to Bill Swihart at 740-360-2213.
That is what is known at this point. As additional information arrives we will post it as quickly as possible.
On that note we'll close for now. As we make our way through our present situation, we wish great things for you and yours, and remember - make time to be good to yourself!
See you at the show!
Current Event and Performance Schedule:
Updated 7/26/21
BREAKING NEWS!
Greetings!
OK, this might not be Breaking News!, but we like that phrase and intend to use it for a while.
By now you've followed us through our COVID-triggered pause and restart. Getting the band back together isn't just a phrase in the movies, or a single event. It is a series of intentional, scheduled actions, much like building a house. In our case, we already had access to the raw materials (performers), and just needed to put the pieces together in the proper order. Done properly, the result isn't just fun, it's magical!
At this point our restart was just 7 weeks ago, which seems like ages. At this point there are only two performances remaining at McKinley Park, signaling the end of our summer concert series. Usually included is an additional phrase, something on the order of “weather permitting”. In view of the events of the past 14 months, that is being swapped out for the more accurate “subject to change”. That applies not only to the summer concert series, but to rehearsals as well.
August 1 The Palace Theatre Big Band with Johnny Steiner and Ann Schertzer
August 8 Marion Concert Band
****************** Additional schedule item! ******************
We, The Marion Concert Band, were invited to perform for the 100th Anniversary Celebration of Lawrence Apple Orchard on Saturday, July 17th. Unfortunately, due to weather issues, this was delayed until Saturday, July 31st. We will play from 11:30am-12:30pm. This is a great way to support a local business and give live music exposure in Marion. Our performance will resemble performances in McKinley Park, featuring marches, Broadway tunes, and more. Please put this on your calendar if you will be available! It will also be a fun way to spend the day with family as there will be other music, food trucks and tours of the orchard.
*********************************************************************
One last note about the summer concert schedule. Each year the Marion Concert Band solicits donations from individuals and businesses to finance the summer concert series. Due to the late approval we’ve not been able to contact potential donors yet. If you are aware of an individual or business who would consider a contribution, please share the following with them.
Donors are recognized in the posters placed throughout the community, the printed program distributed at each concert, by announcement during the performance, and by mention at our web site: http://marionconcertband.weebly.com/ . The Marion Concert Band is a registered 501 (C) (3) charity (#34-1492139), making contributions tax deductible. To be included in the Sponsors listed on the printed flyer that will be posted around Marion in restaurants, churches and other public locations, the donation commitment needs to be confirmed by June 1st. Donation commitments received after that will still be listed on the individual printed programs, by announcement during the performance, and by mention on our web site.
Donations in any amount are appreciated. Donors are requested to provide contact information as well as level of commitment. Checks should be made out to the Marion Concert Band, and sent to our Director, Bill Swihart at 632 Bordeaux Avenue, Marion, Ohio 43302, or our Treasurer, Beth Cumbie, at 960 Villandry Drive, Marion, OH 43302. Questions can be directed to Bill Swihart at 740-360-2213.
That is what is known at this point. As additional information arrives we will post it as quickly as possible.
On that note we'll close for now. As we make our way through our present situation, we wish great things for you and yours, and remember - make time to be good to yourself!
See you at the show!
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