Wakefield Concert Band
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Introducing the band

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A Long Tradition

The Story

The band has an interesting and unique history, both in different musicians and concerts dating back as early as its formation in 1894. Below you will see conductors of the past and articles appearing in several sources reporting on the band's activity throughout the past.
We are a dedicated group of professional and serious amateur musicians from high school age through enthusiastic senior citizens who love to make beautiful music.

The Wakefield Concert Band has evolved in countless ways throughout its more than 100 year history.  Today's band members, 75 in all, are professional players and serious amateurs. We provide a place for community musicians to develop their skills, have fun, entertain an ever growing audience, and raise money for charity. Each musician devotes at least 150 hours yearly to the band.


From classical music to swing tunes, to traditional marches, the Wakefield Concert Band's repertoire has grown to include works from Beethoven, Irving Berlin, Holst, Harry James, Shostakovich, John Philip Sousa and many more.




Past and Present Conductors

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Present Conductor: Stephen Toro
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Greg Charest Summer 2015
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Barry Lieberman 2000-2015
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Toni Silveira 1998-2000
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David Price 80's and 90's

Historic Moments

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​The Wakefield Concert Band is a community band consisting of both amateurs and former professional musicians from South Kingstown as well as other parts of Rhode Island and nearby Connecticut. The membership of the band ranges from high school students to mature adults. The band rehearses weekly and performs ten concerts a year.
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