On Aug. 13, an Ensembles concert will complete their outdoor season

ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Community Band will hold the finale of their summer outdoor concert series at the Atascadero Lake Park. The outstanding weekly performances, conducted by an array of local guest conductors, captivated the hearts of the local community, with substantial audiences joining the band each week. Once the weekly summer band concerts have come to a triumphant close on Aug. 13, an Ensembles concert, comprised of smaller instrumental groups within the band, will complete their outdoor season.

This concert will showcase the talent of the Atascadero Community Band musicians, who have enchanted audiences throughout the summer season. The backdrop of the Atascadero Lake Park is a perfect venue for a season-ending performance. The concert, set to captivate audiences on Aug. 20 from 7 to 8 p.m., will serve as a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion found within the local band. 

Joyce Rabellino, president of the Atascadero Community Band, commented, “The Ensemble Concert, which began as a bit of an experiment in 2023, found its way into the hearts of the community and was a resounding success. We couldn’t think of a better way to culminate our summer season. Thank you to everyone who has supported the band this summer. Your enthusiastic, and generous, support has buoyed and kept the band afloat for nearly 40 years. We are incredibly grateful.”

The Lake Park, with its serene setting and welcoming family atmosphere, is the perfect setting for this grand finale event.Friends, families, and music aficionados are invited to bring their blankets and chairs and enjoy one final evening with the band at the Centennial Bandstand in the park this summer. Admission and accessible parking are free, and donations are always gratefully accepted when offered.

The Atascadero Community Band is a dedicated group of volunteer musicians united by their passion for music, and a commitment to improving our community through the offering of free live music performances throughout the year. Donation proceeds from many of the band’s concerts are paid forward to other local charities. For more information on the band, future performances, and opportunities to join, please visit atascaderoband.org, Facebook page at facebook.com/AtascaderoCommunityBand , or email the band at atascaderoband@gmail.com

Featured Image: The Flute Choir, made up of Atascadero Community Band musicians, performs at the inaugural Ensembles Concert in 2023. They’ll be back, along with other small groups for the 2024 Ensembles Concert on Aug. 13. Photo provided by Atascadero Community Band