Hamilton County Community Band prepares for Summer Concert Series

By BRIAN WUERCH
For The Reporter

Summer is almost here, ushering in car shows, community festivals, outdoor recreation and … band concerts in the park!

On Sunday, June 8, the Hamilton County Community Band (HCCB) will be welcomed 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 perform at Beulah Park in Alexandria, Ind., 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.

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

Photo provided by Hamilton County Community Band

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

Director Brian Swart. (Photo provided by Hamilton County Community Band)

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

Mark your calendars for additional summer concerts:

• June 29 at 6:30 p.m. – Federal Hill Commons, Noblesville
• July 27 at 6:30 p.m. – Federal Hill Commons, Noblesville
• Aug. 23, all day – Greenwood Band Festival at the Greenwood Park Amphitheater
• Aug. 24 at 6:30 p.m. – Federal Hill Commons, Noblesville

Please consider supporting HCCB this summer. Bring the whole family, a picnic lunch or dinner, and soak up the summer sun at community parks. Concerts are always free, but 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 hamiltoncountycommunityband.com or by reaching out to Brian Wuerch at outreach@hamiltoncountycommunityband.com.