Addendum ***:
Current Event and Performance Schedule:
Updated 9/21/21
The band's back together!
Greetings!
We've celebrated the unofficial end of summer, played our way through the Marion Popcorn Festival parade, and have resumed regular rehearsals. To say it has been an interesting time doesn't do it justice.
Our first "regular" rehearsal took place at Grant Middle School on the 20th. This was in preparation for our performance on Sunday, October 24th, 3pm, at the River Valley High School. That is easily one of our favorite performance venues. The stage is spacious, the acoustics are wonderful, and the audience seating is comfortable. And for those of us toting larger instruments, parking is thankfully close by.
For this performance, the music folders contain both new pieces and band favorites. While each performance features a wide range of selections, the most-asked audience question seems to be "Do you play marches?" You bet! Prominently featured are compositions of two well-known Ohio march masters: Karl King and Will Huff.
Karl King was born in Paintersville, Ohio. Although generally known for composing marches, he published over 280 pieces of music, which included waltzes and overtures. Among his most recognized are the compositions that accompanied circus acts. It is said that he was at his best when music was needed on short notice.
Will Huff is a name that stirs discussion in musical circles. Most have heard the story that Henry Fillmore (born in Cincinnati, Ohio) published marches using that name. He did. But there also was a real-life Will Huff, from Massieville, Ohio, who also composed marches. Were they connected? Yes! After Fillmore learned that there was an actual Will Huff that was publishing marches, he signed Will Huff to a contract to write marches for him.
Click on either composer's name for a link to explore their individual story.
We have 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. The generous donors who have helped bring live music back to McKinley Park are listed on our Sponsors page. During your interactions with them, mentioning that you appreciate their sponsorship would be greatly appreciated. And for those contemplating sponsorship for 2022, it is never too early.
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 9/21/21
The band's back together!
Greetings!
We've celebrated the unofficial end of summer, played our way through the Marion Popcorn Festival parade, and have resumed regular rehearsals. To say it has been an interesting time doesn't do it justice.
Our first "regular" rehearsal took place at Grant Middle School on the 20th. This was in preparation for our performance on Sunday, October 24th, 3pm, at the River Valley High School. That is easily one of our favorite performance venues. The stage is spacious, the acoustics are wonderful, and the audience seating is comfortable. And for those of us toting larger instruments, parking is thankfully close by.
For this performance, the music folders contain both new pieces and band favorites. While each performance features a wide range of selections, the most-asked audience question seems to be "Do you play marches?" You bet! Prominently featured are compositions of two well-known Ohio march masters: Karl King and Will Huff.
Karl King was born in Paintersville, Ohio. Although generally known for composing marches, he published over 280 pieces of music, which included waltzes and overtures. Among his most recognized are the compositions that accompanied circus acts. It is said that he was at his best when music was needed on short notice.
Will Huff is a name that stirs discussion in musical circles. Most have heard the story that Henry Fillmore (born in Cincinnati, Ohio) published marches using that name. He did. But there also was a real-life Will Huff, from Massieville, Ohio, who also composed marches. Were they connected? Yes! After Fillmore learned that there was an actual Will Huff that was publishing marches, he signed Will Huff to a contract to write marches for him.
Click on either composer's name for a link to explore their individual story.
We have 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. The generous donors who have helped bring live music back to McKinley Park are listed on our Sponsors page. During your interactions with them, mentioning that you appreciate their sponsorship would be greatly appreciated. And for those contemplating sponsorship for 2022, it is never too early.
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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