The Lexington Bicentennial Band
About
The Lexington Bicentennial Band was formed in 1974 to prepare for the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, fought on the Green on April 19, 1775, and it has kept performing ever since. The band gives seasonal concerts during the year as well as a free summer concert series at Hastings Park, where audiences listen outdoors on summer evenings. Its website keeps a record of past performances and posts the band’s repertoire.
Musical director Jeff Leonard, an accomplished Lexington High School music teacher, performer, arranger and conductor, leads the band, with Al Dentino as assistant conductor for the summer concerts. Summer concerts take place on Tuesday evenings at the Levi Burnell Bandstand, where many people bring blankets, lawn chairs, food and games. Children are welcome and are invited to march around the bandstand during the last piece of each half of the concert.
What to Know
- Musicians interested in joining can contact the music director for details.
- Donations to the band are tax-deductible.
- Local businesses sponsor the band each year, and new sponsors are welcome.
- The Town of Lexington and the School Department provide rehearsal space and maintain the bandstand.
- A cancellation line is available on concert days in case of bad weather.
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