Kettering Civic Band Free Concert Polen Farm Series

Kettering Civic Band Summer Concert at Polen Farm

Come join us as we celebrate America's 250th birthday with a selection of patriotic classics. The concert will feature many of the band's favorites, from John Philip Sousa's "Washington Post March" and "The Thunderer" to Carmen Dragon's beloved rendition of "America the Beautiful." That performance will feature one of our favorite recurring guest singers, Hope Kesling-Milthaler. The band is proud to celebrate America250 and will honor veterans with a performance of "Armed Forces Salute," which includes the music of several branches. Many other selections include famous classic American Revolutionary War ditties and arrangements which give those tunes new and interesting life. 

This concert is presented in collaboration with Dayton's Richard Montgomery Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. They will present the colors and play some fife and drum music at the beginning of the concert as well as during intermission. They will fly the Grand Union Flag and a modified "Betsy Ross" flag. Their fife and drum music is authentic to the 18th century. Their membership includes some of our own members!

This is a concert you won't want to miss! It is free and family-friendly. Seating is general admission but be sure to bring lawn chairs, blankets, etc. Convenient parking is available in the Polen Farm North lot or the adjacent Kennedy Park, while the limited parking spaces in the Polen Farm main drive are reserved for those needing to minimize their walking distance. The Kettering Civic Band is grateful for continued financial support from the City of Kettering Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Department, Rosewood Arts Center, Corcovado Foundation, and individual donors.

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Polen Farm

Kettering Civic Band Free Concert Polen Farm Series is taking place at Polen Farm, which is located at 5099 Bigger Road in Kettering. Polen Farm - Polen Farm House includes a full-service kitchen, a roomy living room with a large picture window, a dining room and a sun porch. The Polen Farm House can accommodate up to 70 people, making it ideal for small parties.

Kettering Civic Band.

Kettering Civic Band - The Kettering Civic Band consists of about 70 volunteer musicians representing a wide variety of professions and vocations, all sharing in the enjoyment of making music.