A fine and traditional community band based in the historical factory town of Collinsville, nestled in the hills and valleys of west central Connecticut.

The group has a long history going back to the late nineteenth century, with the current organization being formed in 1944. Members are from a very wide area and diverse backgrounds. One member has been playing in the band for 53 years! Musicians year after year are drawn to the great band music played by the Farmington Valley Band

Attention! - - We are always looking for new players! All instruments and abilities! Young and old! Especially Percussion, Brass and Woodwinds! . . . ¦;¬)
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The band performs a wide variety of challenging and outstanding concert music, favorites and marches. Although the marching tunes of K.L. King, Sousa, R.B. Hall and old time American band leaders abound, you are also likely to hear a few jazz compositions in the "Big Band" tradition of the Dorseys or Woody Herman.

Performances, usually eight per year, are primarily in the summer, and include town greens, festivals, and concerts. The past two seasons included a multi-band Salisbury Festival in Lakeville, and variety such as operatic soloists with the band. Concerts are always free to the public. The band has been busy!

We need you! If you are looking for a spirited and enjoyable community band to play in, we would welcome your participation. Contact the band! Rehearsals are held in the historic annex building behind the First Congregational Church of Collinsville on thursday nights at 7:30.

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in Collinsville/Canton, Connecticut.
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~ Collinsville, Connecticut ~ Home of the Farmington Valley Band ~