Upcoming Concerts

At a Glance

October 11, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Colors of Autumn

March 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
International Flair

December 6, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Winterfest ’24

May 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Women Who Create Music

February 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Share The Love

July 3, 2025 at 7:30 PM
On The Homefront

At a Glance

October 11, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Colors of Autumn

December 6, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Winterfest ’24

February 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Share The Love

March 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
International Flair

May 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Women Who Create Music

July 3, 2025 at 7:30 PM
On The Homefront

Colors of Autumn

October 11, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Cary Arts Center

As autumn gently transforms the landscape, cooling the summer heat and painting the trees in vibrant hues before their leaves gracefully fall, the Cary Town Band invites you to celebrate this enchanting season. Join us for Colors of Autumn, a concert capturing the essence of this delightful time of year. The performance will feature pieces such as Autumn Leaves by Joseph Kosma, October by Eric Whitacre, and The Witch and the Saint by Steven Reineke. Embrace the transition to winter with us through the beautiful and evocative music of autumn.

Winterfest ’24

December 6, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Cary Senior Center Ballroom

Join the Cary Town Band and our Guest Artist, Dawn Jonckowski for our spectacular annual Winterfest concert, a joyous and uplifting musical celebration of the holiday season! This year’s event will light up the Senior Center Ballroom with festive music for Christmas and Hanukkah, culminating in our cherished Christmas carol sing-along. Delight in unique and enchanting arrangements of classic seasonal tunes and let Winterfest ’24 be the unforgettable highlight that kicks off your holiday festivities!

Share The Love

February 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Cary Arts Center

Love is in the air! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to enjoy some romantic music. Join the Cary Town Band and special guest artist Jennifer Myers for an enchanting program featuring romantic music from film, stage, and popular culture. Let the melodies sweep you off your feet and set the perfect mood for love and celebration!


Program details coming soon

International Flair

March 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Cary Arts Center

The Cary Town Band is thrilled to present an evening of global music and dance! Experience the rich tapestry of cultures as we collaborate with the Triangle Taiko group, renowned for their traditional Japanese drumming, and the wonderful Graceful Expressions dance company. Join us for a performance that celebrates the beauty and diversity of international traditions!


Program details coming soon

Women Who Create Music

May 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Cary Arts Center

For centuries, women have graced the world of music, often serving as the inspiration for countless romantic melodies. In this concert, we celebrate their creative brilliance as composers. Today, many are breaking new ground and pushing the boundaries of musical creativity. From film scores to symphonies, opera to experimental electronic music, women composers continue to shape and redefine the landscape of contemporary music.
The Cary Town Band is proud to feature a diverse selection of works by both historical and contemporary women composers, paying tribute to the women who shape and enrich the world of music. Join us in honoring their remarkable contributions and talent!


Program details coming soon

Downtown Cary Patriotic Celebration

On The Homefront

July 3, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Cary Arts Center

Join the Cary Town Band for On the Homefront, a concert celebrating the role of music in military life and patriotism. For centuries, drums, fifes, bugles, fiddles, banjoes, and the human voice have accompanied troops during training and movements. Back at home, music has been a cornerstone of cultural support, reflecting the values and emotions of those who hold down the fort while loved ones serve abroad. These melodies not only uplift and inspire but also create a sense of solidarity, honoring the dedication and bravery of individuals who serve their country and communities. Through stirring anthems and heartfelt ballads, music bridges the gap between those who protect and those who remain steadfast in their support.


Program details coming soon

Selections from the Program

Adeste Fideles

Traditional, arr. James Ployhar

Carol of the Bells

Mykola Leontovych, arr. Victor Flowers

Farandole from L’Arlesienne Suite No. 2

Georges Bizet, arr. Larry Daehn

The Christmas Song

Mel Torme and Robert Wells, arr. John Higgins
Dawn Jonckowski, Mezzo-Soprano

Chanukah is Here

Traditional, arr. Calvin Custer

The Polar Express

Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard, arr. Jerry Brubaker

Grown-Up Christmas List

David Foster and Linda Thompson-Jenner, arr. Michael Brown

Dawn Jonckowski, Mezzo-Soprano

Christmas Sing-a-long

Traditional, arr. James Ployhar
Dawn Jonckowski, Song Leader

Patapan

Traditional Burgundian carol, arr. Shelley Hanson

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Adeste Fideles

Traditional, arr. James Ployhar

Carol of the Bells

Mykola Leontovych, arr. Victor Flowers

Farandole from L’Arlesienne Suite No. 2

Georges Bizet, arr. Larry Daehn

The Christmas Song

Mel Torme and Robert Wells, arr. John Higgins
Dawn Jonckowski, Mezzo-Soprano

Chanukah is Here

Traditional, arr. Calvin Custer

The Polar Express

Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard, arr. Jerry Brubaker

Grown-Up Christmas List

David Foster and Linda Thompson-Jenner, arr. Michael Brown
Dawn Jonckowski, Mezzo-Soprano

Christmas Sing-a-long

Traditional, arr. James Ployhar
Dawn Jonckowski, Song Leader

Patapan

Traditional Burgundian carol, arr. Shelley Hanson

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

The Gridiron March

John Philip Sousa

The Cowboys

John Williams, arr. Jay Bocook

Bugler’s Holiday

Leroy Anderson; arr. Michael Edwards
Featuring: Milton Carawan, Jeff Greenwood, Dave Varnas, Trumpets

Foshay Tower March

John Philip Sousa

Game of Thrones Theme

Ramin Djawadi, arr. Jay Bocook

Gee, Officer Krupke

Leonard Bernstein, arr. Paul Murtha

Superman Theme

John Williams, arr. Scott Richards

Man of La Mancha

Mitch Leigh, arr. Frank Erickson

The Peanut Vendor

Moises Simons, arr. John Moss

Olympic Fanfare and Theme

John Williams, arr. James Curnow

Highlights from Dreamgirls

Krieger & Eyen, arr. Jay Bocook

God Bless the U.S.A.

Lee Greenwood, arr. Johnnie Vinson

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

The Gridiron March

John Philip Sousa

The Cowboys

John Williams, arr. Jay Bocook

Bugler’s Holiday

Leroy Anderson; arr. Michael Edwards
Featuring: Milton Carawan, Jeff Greenwood, Dave Varnas, Trumpets

Foshay Tower March

John Philip Sousa

Game of Thrones Theme

Ramin Djawadi, arr. Jay Bocook

Gee, Officer Krupke

Leonard Bernstein, arr. Paul Murtha

Superman Theme

John Williams, arr. Scott Richards

Man of La Mancha

Mitch Leigh, arr. Frank Erickson

The Peanut Vendor

Moises Simons, arr. John Moss

Olympic Fanfare and Theme

John Williams, arr. James Curnow

Highlights from Dreamgirls

Krieger & Eyen, arr. Jay Bocook

God Bless the U.S.A.

Lee Greenwood, arr. Johnnie Vinson

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Piece

Composer

Job

The Picador

J.P. Sousa

Part of Bullfighting Team

Anvil Chorus from Il Trovatore

Giuseppe Verdi

Blacksmith

Die Meistersinger

Richard Wagner

Singer

The Cowboys

John Williams 

Cowboy

Can you Feel the Love Tonight

Elton John 

King

His Honor March

Henry Fillmore

Mayor or Judge

Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis

Williams, Bocook

Ship's Master

Superman Theme

John Williams

Superhero

The Phantom of the Opera

Andrew Lloyd Webber

Phantom/Resident
Ghost/Singing Teacher

The Peanut Vendor 

Moises Simons

Peanut Vendor or Concessionaire

Highlights from The Greatest Showman

Pasek & Paul 

Circus Master

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Piece

Composer

Job

The Picador

J.P. Sousa

Part of Bullfighting Team

Anvil Chorus from Il Trovatore

Giuseppe Verdi

Blacksmith

Die Meistersinger

Richard Wagner

Singer

The Cowboys

John Williams 

Cowboy

Can you Feel the Love Tonight

Elton John 

King

His Honor March

Henry Fillmore

Mayor or Judge

Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis

Williams, Bocook

Ship's Master

Superman Theme

John Williams

Superhero

The Phantom of the Opera

Andrew Lloyd Webber

Phantom/Resident
Ghost/Singing Teacher

The Peanut Vendor 

Moises Simons

Peanut Vendor or Concessionaire

Highlights from The Greatest Showman

Pasek & Paul 

Circus Master

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

In Storm and In Sunshine

John Clifford Heed

The Robbers Overture

Jacques Offenbach, arr. Hermann Egner

A Song for Japan

Steven Verheist
Yoshi Nakamura, Trombone soloist

Foshay Tower March

John Philip Sousa

Wedding Day at Troldhaugen

Edvard Grieg, arr. L.P. Laurendeau

Fiddle-Faddle

Leroy Anderson, arr. Philip J. Lang

Olympic Fanfare and Theme

John Williams, arr. James Curnow

Slaughter on Tenth Avenue

Richard Rodgers, arr. Philip J. Lang

Pictures at an Exhibition (excerpts)

Modest Moussorgsky, arr. Erik Leidzen

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

In Storm and In Sunshine

John Clifford Heed

The Robbers Overture

Jacques Offenbach, arr. Hermann Egner

A Song for Japan

Steven Verheist
Yoshi Nakamura, Trombone soloist

Foshay Tower March

John Philip Sousa

Wedding Day at Troldhaugen

Edvard Grieg, arr. L.P. Laurendeau

Fiddle-Faddle

Leroy Anderson, arr. Philip J. Lang

Olympic Fanfare and Theme

John Williams, arr. James Curnow

Slaughter on Tenth Avenue

Richard Rodgers, arr. Philip J. Lang

Pictures at an Exhibition (excerpts)

Modest Moussorgsky, arr. Erik Leidzen

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Strike Up the Band

George and Ira Gershwin, arr. Jerry Brubaker

Riders in the Sky

Stan Jones, arr. John Cacavas

Bugler’s Holiday

Leroy Anderson; arr. Michael Edwards
Featuring: Milton Carawan, Jeff Greenwood, Dave Varnas, Trumpets

American Flourish

Robert W. Smith

Colors of the Wind

Alan Menken, arr. Paul Lavender

The Walking Frog

Karl L. King

Wien bleibt Wien

Johann Schrammel, arr. Gustav Lotterer

Funiculi, Funicula

Charles Roberts, arr. L.P. Laurendeau

Tico Tico

Zequinha Abreu, arr. Jean Treves

Port au Prince

Bernie Wayne, arr. Paul Yoder

Rain

Various, arr. Jack Bullock

On the Mall

Edwin Franko Goldman, arr. M.L. Lake

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Strike Up the Band

George and Ira Gershwin, arr. Jerry Brubaker

Riders in the Sky

Stan Jones, arr. John Cacavas

Bugler’s Holiday

Leroy Anderson; arr. Michael Edwards
Featuring: Milton Carawan, Jeff Greenwood, Dave Varnas, Trumpets

American Flourish

Robert W. Smith

Colors of the Wind

Alan Menken, arr. Paul Lavender

The Walking Frog

Karl L. King

Wien bleibt Wien

Johann Schrammel, arr. Gustav Lotterer

Funiculi, Funicula

Charles Roberts, arr. L.P. Laurendeau

Tico Tico

Zequinha Abreu, arr. Jean Treves

Port au Prince

Bernie Wayne, arr. Paul Yoder

Rain

Various, arr. Jack Bullock

On the Mall

Edwin Franko Goldman, arr. M.L. Lake

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Norrlandsfärger March

Victor Widquist, arr. Birger Jarl

Autumn Flowers Overture

Carl Lawrence (aka Karl L. King)

Niagara Overture

Richard Fote, conducted by Joan Fleming

Colors of the Wind

Alan Menken, arr. Paul Lavender

The Redwoods Overture

Rossano Gallante

October

Eric Whitacre

Rain

Various, arr. Jack Bullock

The Witch and the Saint

Steven Reineke

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Norrlandsfärger March

Victor Widquist, arr. Birger Jarl

Autumn Flowers Overture

Carl Lawrence (aka Karl L. King)

Niagara Overture

Richard Fote, conducted by Joan Fleming

Colors of the Wind

Alan Menken, arr. Paul Lavender

The Redwoods Overture

Rossano Gallante

October

Eric Whitacre

Rain

Various, arr. Jack Bullock

The Witch and the Saint

Steven Reineke

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

The Gridiron Club

John Philip Sousa

633 Squadron

Ron Goodwin, arr. Goff Bishop

Armed Forces Salute

arr. Bob Lowden

Roll Tide from Crimson Tide

Hans Zimmer, arr. Rob Balfoort

Air Force Hymn

Henry Baker, arr. Roland Smeets

Midway March

John Williams, arr. James Curnow

PATRIOTIC SPEAKER

Victory at Sea

Richard Rodgers

The Stars and Stripes Forever

John Philip Sousa

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

The Gridiron Club

John Philip Sousa

633 Squadron

Ron Goodwin, arr. Goff Bishop

Armed Forces Salute

arr. Bob Lowden

Roll Tide from Crimson Tide

Hans Zimmer, arr. Rob Balfoort

Air Force Hymn

Henry Baker, arr. Roland Smeets

Midway March

John Williams, arr. James Curnow

PATRIOTIC SPEAKER

Victory at Sea

Richard Rodgers

The Stars and Stripes Forever

John Philip Sousa

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Game of Thrones Theme

Ramin Djawadi, arr. Jay Bocook

Bugler’s Holiday

Leroy Anderson; arr. Michael Edwards
Featuring: Milton Carawan, Jeff Greenwood, Chris Terry, Trumpets

Highlights from Dreamgirls

Henry Krieger and Tom Eyen, arr. Jay Bocook

** All Selections Subject To Change

Selections from the Program

Game of Thrones Theme

Ramin Djawadi, arr. Jay Bocook

Bugler’s Holiday

Leroy Anderson; arr. Michael Edwards
Featuring: Milton Carawan, Jeff Greenwood, Chris Terry, Trumpets

Highlights from Dreamgirls

Henry Krieger and Tom Eyen, arr. Jay Bocook

** All Selections Subject To Change