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2008 - 2009 Concert Schedule
FRANKLIN CIDER MILL
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Franklin Cider Mill
Corner of 14 Mile Rd. and Franklin Rd.
Franklin, Michigan
3:00 p.m. -- FCB Dixieland Band
4:00 p.m. -- FCB Concert Band
The 80-piece FCB Concert Band kicks off the new concert season in a
festive way with a fall concert at the historic Franklin Cider Mill
located in the village of Franklin. Enjoy this outdoor concert filled
with music for the whole family along with great cider and doughnuts!
(Check http://franklincidermill.com/location.html
for location and directions.)
SPOOKTACULAR XXIII
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Harrison High School Auditorium
Farmington Hills, Michigan
3:00 p.m.
Experience the mighty force of The FCB Concert Band with an afternoon
of "tunes-n-treats", a concert just for ghosts and goblins and their
families. This year, we will be assisted by band students from Power
Middle School in a joint effort to enrich their instrumental
music program. Bring the family out for an afternoon of Halloween
musical fun, get some treats, march in the costume parade, and help us
encourage our young musicians.
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This concert for listeners of all ages is sponsored by the Target store
at 30020 Grand River in Farmington Hills.
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ODE TO JOY
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Harrison High School Auditorium
Farmington Hills, Michigan
3:00 p.m.
The FCB celebrates the spirit of the holiday season with the 4th
movement from Ludwig von Beethoven's 9th Symphony, Ode To Joy.
This "symphony within a symphony" is highly regarded as Beethoven's
celebration of universal brotherhood.
And for a holiday treat, enjoy a special appearance by the fabulous 20-piece FCB Big Band!
VALENTINE DINNER DANCE
Friday, February 13, 2009
Glen Oaks Country Club
Farmington Hills, Michigan
Cocktails at 6:30 p.m.; Dinner at 7:30 p.m.
If you love the music of the big band era, music created by Glenn Miller
and Duke Ellington and other great band leaders, then you will love our
Valentine Dinner Dance. Enjoy an evening of fine dining and dancing at
elegant Glen Oaks Country Club in Farmington Hills.
The evening includes a cash bar cocktail hour and lavish buffet dinner.
Later, enjoy music until midnight provided by the fabulous 20-piece
FCB Big Band. Treat your special Valentine or get a group of friends
together for a table of eight.
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Tickets available by reservation only --
please call 734-261-2202 for details.
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THREE MASTERS OF MARCH
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Harrison High School Auditorium
Farmington Hills, Michigan
7:30 p.m.
This March, The FCB celebrates the birthdays of three master composers
by presenting some of their great compositions. Join us as we
commemorate the works of J.S. Bach, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Modest
Petrovich Moussorgsky.
SITTING IN WITH THE FCB
Monday, April 20, 2009
Smith Auditorium
Oakland Community College, Orchard Ridge Campus
Farmington Hills, Michigan
7:30 p.m.
The FCB has a long history working with in the educational
community. This workshop concert with the students from the OCC music
department is a unique opportunity to observe how FCB conductor Damien
Crutcher rehearses the Concert Band for a typical performance.
CELEBRATE THE ARTS
Sunday, April 26, 2009
William Costick Activities Center
Farmington Hills, Michigan
12:30 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon filled with a variety of popular FCB classics at the
annual Festival of the Arts. Help celebrate the arts in the Farmington
Community.
CELEBRATE THE ARTS
Monday, May 4, 2009
South Lyon High School
South Lyon, Michigan
7:00 p.m.
The FCB brings an encore performance of "Celebrate the Arts" to the
South Lyon community. As an added bonus, the South Lyon High School
band, under the direction of Robert Bosma, will open the concert.
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(This concert is a special event organized by the South Lyon Senior
Advisory Committee; there is a charge for admission to this concert.
Tickets will be available at the door.)
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STARS IN THE PARK CONCERTS
Heritage Park
Farmington Hills, Michigan
7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 18, 2009 - FCB Concert Band
Thursday, July 23, 2009 - FCB Big Band
Grab a blanket, a picnic basket and bring along some friends. A great
way to enjoy the music of The FCB is a summer evening in beautiful
Heritage Park. Enjoy the great sounds of the magnificent FCB Concert
Band in June, then come back to hear the fabulous FCB Big Band in July.
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These concerts are sponsored by the Farmington Hills Department
of Special Services.
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FARMINGTON AREA FOUNDERS FESTIVAL
Sunday, July 19, 2009 - FCB Big Band
Downtown
Farmington, Michigan
3:30 p.m.
Come celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Farmington and Farmington Hills.
Crafters from around the country display their artwork and wares for sale and vendors offer a wide variety of food and snacks.
Shop, eat, play, and enjoy the sounds of The FCB Big Band.
RHYTHMZ IN RILEY PARK
Friday, July 31, 2009 - FCB Big Band
Downtown
Farmington, Michigan
7:00 p.m.
This annual Downtown Farmington concert series is a favorite for area
residents.
It's hard to do better than dinner at one of Downtown Farmington's
many eateries, followed by some outstanding music at Riley Park.
The Rhythmz In Riley Park concerts are provided free by the
Downtown Farmington merchants as a way to say "thanks for your support."
Admission Policy: Most of Our Concerts Are Free!
The Farmington Community Band is made up of musicians of a wide variety
of ages and backgrounds who simply share in the joy of performing for
the community. In that spirit there is no cost for admission to most
FCB concerts; some admission may be charged for concerts that are part of
special events put on by other organizations. Your generous donations
help ensure the future of the band and are gratefully accepted.
Opportunities for donation will be available at performances and through
our patron program.
The FCB is a 501(c)3 corporation; a portion of
your contribution may be deductible under
current tax laws.
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