The MIT Concert Band, founded in 1948 and continuously conducted by John Corley, is made up of 60-70 students and alumni who play original works for wind band and premiere annual commissions. In December of 1953, the MIT Concert Band became one of the first ensembles to devote itself entirely to original works for band in the belief that the wind band is an important and unique means of musical expression and that its repertoire is deserving of performance. Each year the band performs four concerts in Kresge Auditorium, and a Halloween Concert in Lobby 7. The Band rehearses Mondays and Wednesdays, 8-10pm. An open rehearsal is held on the first regular day following Registration Day.
Auditions are primarily for seating within the section.
If you'd like to learn about the MIT Concert Band, please visit one of the links to your left. Thanks for stopping by. The MIT Concert Band is a group of talented musicians committed to the reading and performance of original works of concert band music. Founded in 1948, the band sponsors the composition of works to be performed, and usually tours the New England area during the Winter Break. The Concert Band is directed by John Corley.