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1997 - 1998 Season

The Farmington Community Band
Farmington, Michigan
Farmington Hills, Michigan


1997 - 1998 Concert Schedule

SPOOKTACULAR XII
Sunday, October 26, 1997
Twelve Oaks Mall, Novi - Center Court
3:00 p.m.
 Costumes Welcome! There is no charge for admission to the ghastly performance that features Conductor R. Paul Barber and a frightening collection of talented musicians. This is a great concert for the whole family!
WINTER WINDS
Sunday, December 7, 1997
Harrison High School Auditorium
3:00 p.m.
 We know you will enjoy this performance of holiday and classic band literature, featuring the concert band as well as several small ensembles. Tickets available by mail or at the door.
18TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF BANDS
Saturday, January 31, 1998
Twelve Oaks Mall, Novi - Center Court
11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
 Join us in passing, or join us for the day at Twelve Oaks Mall in Novi. The FCB plays host to community bands from Birmingham, Novi, Plymouth, Schoolcraft College, and South Oakland, with our special guest, Master of Ceremonies Carl Grapentine of WFMT Radio-Chicago and the "voice" of the Michigan Marching Band. Concerts will be performed at regular intervals throughout the day.

Please call (313) 261-2202 for performance schedule, or check this page later.
VALENTINE DINNER DANCE
Friday, February 13, 1998
Glen Oaks Country Club - Farmington Hills
Cocktails at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner at 7:30 p.m.
 This is a special event that features the popular FCB Jazz/Dance Band. Come and experience the fabulous buffet dinner that Glen Oaks is famous for, in their beautifully renovated banquet facilities. Then dance with your Valentine until midnight. Give that special someone in your life a night to remember!

Cash bar cocktail hour begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available by reservation only, individually or in tables of eight. Please call (313) 261-2202 for more information.
A SPRING SYMPHONY
Sunday, March 29, 1998
Harrison High School Auditorium
3:00 p.m.
 We're putting together some of our favorites for this bouquet of colorful classics!
STRICTLY AMERICAN
Sunday, May 3, 1998
Farmington Hill Activities Center
(formerly Mercy Center)
3:00 p.m.
 Music lovers of all ages are welcome to join us as we honor Farmington's handicapped and senior citizens with a performance featuring Jennifer Hoemke, Miss Farmington of 1997-98.

Mike Deja of WJR Radio-Detroit will be our guide as we enjoy popular music by composers around the world. Come early and help yourself to home-made refreshments! No charge for admission.


This program concludes the week-long Festival of the Arts sponsored by the Farmington Community Arts Council. Our concert is funded in part by the Farmington Area Arts Commission in cooperation with the Farmington Public Schools. Presented in conjunction with National Music Week, sponsored locally by the Farmington Musicale.
STARS IN THE PARK CONCERTS
Heritage Park - Farmington Hills
8:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 4, 1998 - Concert Band
Thursday, June 24, 1998 - Jazz Band
Thursday, July 16, 1998 - Concert Band
 Bring your blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy! We continue our participation in the summer concert series at beautiful Heritage Park, sponsored by the Farmington Hills Department of Special Services. No charge for admission.

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