Bonita Springs Concert Band

The Bonita Springs Concert Band, under the direction of Dr. Dennis Hill, will give an energetic performance playing  varied selections  of marches, pop, ragtime, light classics and show tunes for the audience. Antonio Castillo, our very talented trumpet soloist, will play Concerto for Bb Trumpet. The Concert Band, consisting of over sixty accomplished musicians, will delight everyone with selections from Phantom of the Opera, Broadway Marches, Fiddle Tunes from the American Revolution and Neil Diamond tunes. Showtime is 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, Feb. 7 at the band shell on Old 41 in Bonita Springs. Bring a chair and refreshments.

The Bonita Springs Concert Band, under the direction of guest conductor Fred Streckfuss, wowed the audience playing a medley of songs from Fiddler on the Roof, the Magic of Andrew Lloyd Webber, a Tribute to Irving Berlin, Strike Up the Band, Funiculi Funicula and other wonderful music loved by audiences everywhere. This was a great opportunity to experience a varied musical program played by over sixty talented musicians.

The Bonita Springs Concert Band, under the direction of guest conductor Fred Streckfuss, will play a diverse program of marches, swing, classical and show tunes. There will be a tribute to Irving Berlin, selections from Fiddler on the Roof, excerpts from the opera Die  Meistersinger as well as audience favorites Funiculi Funicula, Strike Up the Band, and Red, White and Brass.

Come join the fun on Sunday, January 17, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at Riverside Park on Old 41 in Bonita Springs. Bring a chair and refreshments and enjoy this gala event.

CONCERT LOCATION

Riverside Park
27300 Old 41 Road
Bonita Springs, Florida

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On December 13, 2009, the Bonita Springs Concert Band entertained a large crowd presenting  a superb Christmas concert . The band played our favorite Christmas songs and were joined by Connie Gowin Hill, a professional singer. She sang “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” and  “White Christmas”. Antonio Castillo, principal trumpet player, gave an outstanding performance playing “A Trumpeter’s Lullaby”.

Word has been spreading about the wonderful music being played at the monthly concerts given by the Bonita Springs Concert Band, and the crowds have been steadily increasing. The January concert program has a nice mix of pop, ragtime, light opera, Broadway show tunes and marches. You won’t want to miss the fun on January 17.

The Bonita Springs Concert Band welcomes everyone to its special Christmas concert on December 13, 2009.

Antonio Castillo, principal trumpeter, will play “A Trumpeter’s Lullaby”.  The very talented vocalist, Connie Hill, will sing “White Christmas” and “Have Yourself A Very Merry Christmas”.

Please join us at Riverside Park at 2 pm on December 13!

CONCERT LOCATION

Riverside Park
27300 Old 41 Road
Bonita Springs, Florida

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The next free performance of the BONITA SPRINGS CONCERT BAND will take place on Sunday, December 13^th at 2:00 P.M. in the Band Shell at Riverside Park on Old 41 in the heart of Bonita Springs.

The Bonita Springs Concert Band, under the direction of Dr. Dennis Hill, will perform a dynamic mix of Christmas favorites that will please an audience of all ages. White Christmas, Jingle Bells Rhapsody, It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas, The Christmas Song, Christmas Music For Winds, and Christmas Favorites are some of the selections that will be played  for your enjoyment.

The Bonita Springs Concert Band is a community band serving the south Lee County area, and is composed of talented area musicians and high school students. Bring a chair and picnic, and join us in the park for this gala Christmas concert.

CONCERT LOCATION

Riverside Park
27300 Old 41 Road
Bonita Springs, Florida

Click to view a location map

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Our concerts are made possible because of the generous donations of our sponsors, including:

The November 22^nd musical performance of the Bonita Springs Concert Band was vibrant and exhilarating. The varied program, under the direction of Dr. Dennis Hill, included Malaguena, marches by Nestico and Sousa ,  Holiday for Trombones, and a medley of songs by the Temptations.  Ralph Firestone, an accomplished Saxophone player, played a rousing rendition of Harlem Nocturne.

In honor of Veteran’s Day, the band played A Salute to the Colors and The Armed Forces Salute. All the veterans in the audience stood as their branch song was played. The audience was on their feet clapping as the band played Stars and Stripes Forever.

The Bonita Springs Concert Band plays for the community’s enjoyment each month in Riverside Park on Old 41 in Bonita Springs.

The Bonita Springs Concert Band would like to thank its sponsors for supporting our band.  Monies donated are used to purchase music, music stands and instruments, as well as to provide scholarships for students.

Our sponsors are:

Naples Daily News
Southwest Florida Community Foundation
Mayer Family Dental
Side Street Artists
Johnny Malloy’s Sports Pub
Bonita Storage Inn
A+ Dry Clean

The Bonita Springs Concert Band is gearing up for its second season offering a wide range of musical selections for the enjoyment of everyone of all ages. The band plays pop, ragtime, marches, big band , show tunes and light classics. The conductor, Dr. Dennis Hill, is the former director of music at Edison College and well known for his innovative music.

The band is composed of dedicated area musicians who volunteer their time and talent to bring quality music to the people of Lee and Collier counties. The concert band is made up of musicians of varying ages including talented high school boys and girls. Interactive programs have been initiated within several area schools so that children and teachers alike are offered the opportunity to gain experience in a concert band environment.

The band concerts are free, but free will offerings are accepted during the intermission. Monies collected help to cover the cost of each concert, and help to purchase necessary equipment. The Bonita Springs Concert Band is a 501(c)(3) corporation. Therefore, all donations are tax deductible.

Listed below is a schedule of events. All concerts take place in Riverside Park on Old 41 in Bonita Spring. They are on Sundays at 2:00 P.M.  Bring chairs and refreshments and enjoy the wonderful music.

• Sunday, October 25, 2009
• Sunday, November 22, 2009
• Sunday, December 13, 2009
• Sunday, January 17, 2010
• Sunday, February 7, 2010
• Sunday, March 7, 2010
• Sunday, April 11, 2010

Additional concert dates will be listed as they are added to the schedule.
Bring your lawn chair to the concert and picnic in the delightful Riverside Park in Bonita Springs while listening to the Band.  The Concert is Free and open to the public

CONCERT LOCATION

Riverside Park
27300 Old 41 Road
Bonita Springs, Florida

Click to view a location map

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Our concerts are made possible because of the generous donations of our sponsors: