Wheaton Municipal Band | Concerts in Memorial Park | Gala Opening Concert

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Free Concert in Memorial Park

June 12, 2025 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park, Wheaton

Beginning Thursday, June 12, The Wheaton Municipal Band takes the stage at Memorial Park in downtown Wheaton to begin its 96th season. Known as one of the finest bands of its kind in the country, the Wheaton Municipal band, under the direction of Dr. Bruce Moss, wows audiences with its stunning sound and brilliant musicianship. Musicians from all over the Chicagoland area audition for the coveted spots in the band. Each week the musicians rehearse new music on Wednesday, for a performance on Thursday. Every concert is different and offers a glimpse into the challenges facing an 89 piece concert band which performs a new concert each week. The free concerts represent a collaboration between The City of Wheaton, The Wheaton Park District, the WMB Board and the Friends of the Wheaton Municipal Band. Step back in time and experience live music in the beautiful setting of Memorial Park.

All concerts begin at 7:30 but come early and enjoy a picnic in the park, or purchase popcorn or ice cream from the Friends of the Wheaton Municipal Band.

All concerts are on Thursday evening, with two exceptions: Wednesday, July 2 and Saturday, July 26 at Edman Chapel (the only indoor concert).

Gala Opening Concert

6/12/2025 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park, Wheaton

Students from Wheaton middle school bands join the WMB in a unique side-by-side performance. Noah Taylor, arranger and composer for the West Point Band, joins us as we perform several of his works honoring the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army on June 14. Included on the program will be a very special guest soloist you will want to hear and won’t soon forget!

• June 19: The Magic of Alfred Reed
• June 26: Peterson Conducts!
• July 2: Red, White and KaBOOM
• July 10: The Color of Music

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