About
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Established in 1972 as a summer program of the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, we continue to present concert performances throughout the year in the metro Atlanta, GA area.
The band continues in its fifty-second year and continues to perform challenging pieces for its members and entertaining music for its audiences. During its over five decades of musical performance, the concert band has matured into one of the finest ensembles of its type in the southeast.
Founded under the baton of Charles Bradley, famed director of the outstanding East Atlanta Elementary Band, the band continued with George Webster as director and temporarily paused operations in the summer of 1973. Enjoying consistent leadership, the band has enjoyed five Music Directors while presenting music to the community.
The band recently served as host for the highly successful Association of Concert Band Southeast Regional Connections event during which the full band was honored to perform the keynote concert to end the event.
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Glenn R. Moore Conductor & Music Director
Appointed in October 2016, Glenn continues in his ninth year sharing over four decades of musical and leadership experience from his work with professional, community, and church music organizations in national and international settings. Learn more about Glenn Moore
Stan Kramer Assistant Conductor
Since the fall of 2017, Stan Kramer has been an assistant conductor and trumpet player for the Callanwolde Concert Band. Stan is currently Director of Bands at Strong Rock Christian School in Locust Grove, GA, a position he has held since May 2024. Learn more about Stan Kramer.
Daniel MacNamara Assistant Conductor
Daniel is our most recent addition as an Assistant Conductor, appointed in June 2024. A Trumpet Player "by trade," he joined our band as a Percussionist in fall 2023. Daniel is a music educator in Dekalb County, GA. Check back later for an updated bio.
Bob Meehan Assistant Conductor Emeritus
At the band’s rehearsal on July 25, 2019, Robert rehearsed a Strauss Waltz, and subsequently announced his retirement as an Assistant Conductor. Immediately following his announcement, by unanimous Callanwolde Concert Band Board of Directors approval, he was bestowed with the honor as Assistant Conductor Emeritus. Learn more about Bob Meehan
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The band is known throughout Georgia for its high musicianship and audience appeal. This is music at and from the grassroots—made by your neighbors. In the ensemble, you may see your doctor, dentist, attorney, or air conditioning mechanic; all contribute to preserving and continuing a great American tradition—the community band.
Current openings:
Clarinet
Oboe/English Horn
Horn in F
Percussion
Ready to start playing? Apply to join the band.
Musicians should possess advanced musical ability typically gained by playing at the high school, college, professional, or other community band level.
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There are several ways you can help support the Callanwolde Concert Band financially.
Become a Sponsor
Sponsors are individuals or businesses who help the band present concert performances year-round in the Metro Atlanta area. All financial, material, & in-kind contributions are highly valued and greatly appreciated. The band is registered with the IRS as a section 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; therefore, contributions can be tax-deductible. Consult your tax preparer to confirm tax-deductible eligibility.
We offer 4 levels of sponsorship.
Platinum ($1,000–$1,499 USD)
Gold ($500–$999 USD)
Silver ($250–$499 USD)
Bronze ($100–$249 USD)
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Get started!
Direct Contribution
Donate directly to the band using our Paypal account. Your donation may be tax-deductible. Consult your tax preparer to confirm tax-deductible eligibility. We also gladly accept personal or corporate checks and cash contributions.
Donate while you shop at Kroger
Support the band by enrolling in the Kroger Community Reward Program. The band will receive 0.05% of your total purchases. Use our corporate name, Community Concert Band, Inc., when enrolling. Our Kroger number is 59235.