Oxford Community Band continues concert series

OXFORD – The Oxford Community Band’s first Summer Concert got a wet start in LaFayette Park on Thursday, July 2. Had it been raining before the concert’s start, the band would have performed in the Oxford Academy primary/high school auditorium. In this case, however, it was dry at the start. Unfortunately, the rain wasn’t able to hold off long enough for the hour long concert. Francis Wilcox, band director, didn’t let the rain dampen their spirit, and the show did go on! The band moved their equipment into the bandstand and their dedicated audience stayed huddled under umbrellas or in cars while children splashed in the puddles. It was still a fine concert despite the weather.
For five more evening concerts, the group (of approximately twenty members, ranging in age from school students to senior citizens), will play marches, show tunes, and novelty selections for the enjoyment of the Oxford community. The Band performs Thursday evenings on the parks in Oxford. The remaining Thursday concert dates are: 7/16; 7/23; 7/30 & 8/6. The upcoming three July performances, held in LaFayette Park, are at 7:30 p.m. The last two concerts, one held at Washington Park (across from Bida Home) and the other at the Oxford Historical Society’s Depot-Museum, are both at 7 p.m.
During the LaFayette Park concerts, from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., the Oxford Rotary will be there selling a combination of hot dogs, sodas and chips for only $2. People will be able to dine al fresco while supporting this fine community service organization.
Visiting Oxford Band alumnae are encouraged to make themselves known to the group or bring an instrument and sit in.
 If you would like to help with setting up chairs, music stands and drums, equipment is picked up at the Oxford High School, about half an hour before performance time. If you're available, your help would be appreciated.
Please check the OxfordNY.com events calendar for any additional or new details regarding concert information. Interested musicians, contact coordinator, Tom Rice, 843-6083 or email: tomrice_ncs@yahoo.com .
All performances are free of charge. For your own comfort, bring a blanket or folding chair and relax and enjoy an hour of fine music.

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