About Our Director
Connie Varner joined the Cary Town Band in 2011 and performed as a Euphonium and Trombone player, as well as helping out in the percussion section when needed. She served as an Associate Conductor for a number of years and became the Music Director in October of 2022. Connie studied wind band conducting with Dr. Evan Feldman, at UNC Chapel Hill. Connie also performs with the Triangle Wind Ensemble, the Triangle Brass Band and the Little German Band & Dancers of Raleigh, where she manages their Alphorn group.
Don't miss our concert!
8th Annual Triangle Community Band Festival
Durham Central Park
June 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every year, the Durham Community Concert Band hosts the Triangle Community Band Festival, along with the Raleigh Concert Band, the Holly Springs Community Band, the Cary Town Band, and The Village Band of Chapel Hill / Carrboro. All five bands will converge for a toe-tapping, awe-inspiring concert, and as always, the finale includes all five bands performing together as an encore. Admission is free and there will be local food trucks! Bring a chair, a blanket, and an appetite for great music and fun!