Rob Cline
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Jul 07
Week 6: We’re headed indoors!
This week, the band will perform two indoor concerts–which means neither rain nor heat can stop the music! Join us on Wednesday, July 9, in the Marion High School auditorium. Music starts at 6:30 p.m. with the New Horizons Band and continues with the Muni Band at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday, July 13, the band …
Jun 30
Week 5: Patriotic Week!
Join the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band at Guthridge Park in Hiawatha on Wednesday, July 2, or at the McGrath Amphitheatre on July 6, for a performance featuring patriotic favorites and more. The band will be joined by the Cedar Rapids Concert Chorale under the direction of Gerald Kreitzer. The program includes “Back Your Boy,” a …
Jun 22
Week 4: Honoring Morgan Jones
This week, the band honors the legacy of Dr. Morgan Jones. Dr. Jones conducted the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band from 1994 to 2010 after a long and distinguished career as director of the Hawkeye Marching Band. He passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the age of 86. This week’s program will feature many …
Jun 16
Week 3: Double Header with Iowa Brass!
This week, join us at McGrath Amphitheatre on Wednesday, June 18, and at Bever Park on Sunday, June 22. We are excited to be joined by Iowa Brass for a double header concert! Please note: These performances have a special schedule!7:00 to 7:45 p.m. — Iowa Brass performs8:00 to 8:45 p.m. — CR Muni Band …
Jun 09
Week 2: Young Artist Competition winner performs!
This week, the band plays at Noelridge Park on Wednesday night and at Bever Park on Sunday night. Prior to the Sunday performance, the Cedar Rapids Youth Flute Ensemble will perform a prelude concert at 6:30 p.m. The Muni Band takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. on both Wednesday and Sunday. Saxophonist Camden Neff, winner …
Jun 01
Week 1: Muni Band season is here!
This week, the 2025 Municipal Band season gets underway! Join us for another summer of exceptional music. Week 1: The History Center & McGrath AmphitheatreBill Carson, clarinet/guest conductorMayor O’Donnell, guest conductor (Wed. only)Jillian Brock, vocalist, Xavier HS Prelude Concert on June 8: Cedar Rapids Metro Youth Wind Ensemble at 6:30 PM Can’t join us in person? No …
Nov 02
Municipal Band mourns the loss of Dr. Morgan Jones
Dr. Morgan Jones, who conducted the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band from 1994 to 2010 after a long and distinguished career as director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the age of 86. Celebration of life services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 16, at Gay …
Jul 29
Last week! Ice cream for the kids on Wednesday!
Hard to believe, but this week marks the end of the Municipal Band season. And, of course, we have a wonderful program, including a special appearance by our friends from Red Cedar Chamber Music. On Wednesday, July 31, we’ll be in Noelridge Park–and kids can get free ice cream from Moo Moo’s! The That’s So …
Jul 23
We’re indoors this week! Join us!
We know the weather can be–and has been–unpredictable for our concerts. So, this week, we’re taking the shows indoors! Join us in the Washington High School auditorium on Wednesday, July 24, or at Kirkwood’s Ballantyne Auditorium on Sunday, July 28. Music starts at 7:30. You can also catch the livestream here. This week, the band …
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