Community Band Begins Spring Rehearsals, Feb. 12

Under the direction of Leonard Salvo, the Ashland Area Community Concert Band begins rehearsals  on Tues., Feb. 12 at the regular time (7:30-9 pm) in the band room of the Center for the Arts. The band will be reading some new music as well as revisiting music that it worked on last semester. The band will perform with the University Band in Hugo Young Theatre on Sunday, Apr. 28 at 7:30 pm.

AACCB is for those that loved playing in band in high school or college and want the opportunity to play again. Requirements for membership are the ability to play a wind or percussion instrument (no need to be a virtuoso); an interest in playing for enjoyment; desire to play a wide variety of music for the public; an interest in meeting new people who share a common interest and availability for rehearsals on Tuesday evenings.

Membership is open to all adults and AU students. Students still in high school may also participate with the permission of the ensemble's director. A nominal membership fee of $25 for adults and $15 for high school students is requested and payable by the fourth week of rehearsals to continue participation in either ensemble for the semester.