The Satuit Concert Band, under the direction of conductor Charlie Shaffer, opened the 94th year of free concerts on May 30, featuring a number of middle and high school Scituate musicians performing with the band.
The band’s 50+ piece, all volunteer membership includes high school and college students, dedicated amateurs and seasoned professionals. Approximately 12 additional free performances will take place at various venues on the South Shore during the summer months, starting with a Friday night performance on June 20 at the Scituate Harbor bandstand. Several Friday night concerts are also scheduled at Nantasket’s Bernie King Pavilion and the Scituate Harbor bandstand. Benches are provided with lots of room for blankets and chairs.
As part of the band’s commitment to continued education of its student musicians, the band has awarded thousands of dollars in scholarship money to college student musicians. The scholarship monies are provided by the generous donation from the audience (as we pass the hat) at each concert.
For the band’s complete free summer concert schedule, visit www.satuitband.com.
