Recognized throughout the country as one of the Midwest's most historic musical organizations, the DeKalb Municipal Band will hold the 2009 concert season at Hopkins Park under the musical direction of Dee Palmer. Performances include soloists each week and a special "Pops Concert" and fireworks show on the Fourth of July as well as other special featured events. DeKalb Municipal Band Director Dee Palmer appears as a guest on 1360 AM WLBK every Monday morning at 9:40 am throughout the summer to discuss the music and events for that evening's show.

History: The DeKalb Municipal Band is a tradition that goes back to 1854, when a small group of musicians fresh from the California Gold Rush formed the Silver Coronet Band. Since then, a City Band in DeKalb has existed for 155 years, uninterrupted by wars, and a depression. With such a record, DeKalb claims to be the city with the oldest continuous band in Illinois.

Cost: All concerts throughout the summer are FREE

When: Every Tuesday Evening at 8:00 p.m. June through mid-August

Where: Concerts are at the Band shell in Hopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Road (Route 23), DeKalb

What to bring:

Family and Friends

To fully enjoy the evening people are encouraged to come early and bring a picnic dinner

Can't make it to the concert? Listen to the concert live on 1360 AM WLBK

Please join the City of DeKalb and DeKalb Park District for an enjoyable evening at these concerts and special programs.

2009 Schedule

Tuesday, June 9 8pm
Tuesday, June 16 8pm *flag day ceremony
Tuesday, June 23 8pm
Tuesday, June 30 8pm
Saturday, July 4 8pm
Tuesday, July 14 8pm
Tuesday, July 21 8pm
Tuesday, July 28 8pm
Sunday, August 2 2:30pm
Tuesday, August 4 8pm
Tuesday, August 11 8pm
Tuesday, August 18 8pm

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