Outdoor public performances of string players were not always free, and open to ALL, although Royal courtyards eventually allowed less exclusive attendees through the course of time. The Amherst Community Band is currently comprised of 45 active members of a wide variety of ages and playing levels - keeping the tradition of the town band alive.
Concerts are all free, outdoor, early evening, weather-permitting entertainment.
Whether you bring a blanket, a picnic, a friend, or all three, and just listen to the band for a couple hours, or you are a player, the evening can be fulfilling. All funds are used for new musical literature and silkscreened t-shirts for our uniform. The volunteer conductor is traditionally always a local professional musician with conducting experience. Members will often play only for one or two seasons, while others play in the group several seasons. It is not expected that each member make a certain number of rehearsals, or concerts.