San Andreas…The Calaveras Community Band, that traces its roots to the Gold Rush, will celebrate America’s 242nd birthday a concert in San Andreas, July 4. Under the direction of conductor Mic Harper the band will perform stirring patriotic music, rousing marches, old favorites and a variety of other tunes.

On Wednesday, July 4, the Independence Day concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Turner Park, 287 Treat Avenue, in San Andreas.

From 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., a barbecue dinner featuring smoked tri-tip and barrel-cooked chicken will be on sale with the proceeds benefitting the band. The band’s tenor sax player Glenn Moore owns Man On the Mountain BBQ and will be the chef. The cost of the dinner will be $15.00 per person.

There is no admission charge for either concert but financial contributions are always welcomed.

Through the cooperation of the Murphys Community Club, during the warm-weather months the band holds its weekly Monday rehearsals in the park starting with a short informal concert at 6:30 PM, followed by the rehearsal from 7:30 to 8:30 PM.

Musicians of all ages and experience are always welcome to join the Calaveras Community Band. “We invite you to join us in keeping the tradition of live community band music alive in our area.” says Harper.  “We are a fun group that gets great joy out of filling the Mother Lode with music. No matter your age, you can find a place with us.”
The band is a great place for musicians to enjoy their music while helping to make Calaveras County such a special place. Anyone wanting to learn more about becoming a band member should call Carol Betz at 728-5001. The band’s website is calaverascommunityband.org.
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6/11/18