Ferndale Community Concert Band's 10th Anniversary at Orchestra Hall

The Ferndale Community Concert Band (FCCB) is thrilled to announce a momentous event to celebrate its 10th anniversary season. On March 30, 2025 at 3:00pm, FCCB will take the stage at Orchestra Hall in Detroit. Known for its world-class acoustics, Orchestra Hall will provide an astounding setting for this milestone performance, showcasing the talents of over seventy volunteer musicians from across the Ferndale and Metro Detroit area.

FCCB was founded in 2015 by Ferndale residents Sharon Chess and Tim Brennan following a community survey distributed by the Ferndale Arts and Cultural Commission. This non-profit is a multigenerational and diverse ensemble that brings together musicians of all skill levels, from seasoned professionals to high school students and amateurs returning to their instruments. The Artistic Director and Conductor is Ed Quick. 

The band’s mission is twofold: to provide quality, challenging musical and mentoring experiences for the members and student musicians, and to educate and entertain the citizens of Ferndale and surrounding communities.

Since its inception, FCCB has been a cornerstone of Ferndale’s vibrant arts scene, offering five free concerts annually and providing a platform for both classical and contemporary wind band music.

“This performance at Orchestra Hall is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our musicians and our community,” said Sharon Chess, President of FCCB. “Orchestra Hall is a venue that has inspired countless artists, and for us to perform there as part of our 10th anniversary celebration is truly a dream come true. It reflects the growth and dedication of our ensemble and the incredible support we’ve received from the Ferndale community.”

FCCB’s diversity of membership includes music educators, students, professional musicians, and passionate amateurs, all of whom come together each week to rehearse and perform. The band’s repertoire spans a wide range of genres, from classical wind band compositions to popular Broadway tunes, contemporary works by emerging composers, and a variety of jazz performances by the FCCB’s M-1 Jazz Collective.

Special Guest: Dr. Robert Benton - Euphoniumist
As part of the anniversary concert, FCCB is honored to welcome Dr. Robert Benton as a special guest. Dr. Benton, a renowned euphoniumist, will perform a concerto for euphonium with the band, adding an extraordinary layer to the concert’s celebration. Known for his technical mastery, clear musical communication, sublime lyricism, and engaging stage presence, Dr. Benton has captivated audiences worldwide—from recitals in Austria to performances with the Detroit Symphony and Brass Bands in Nebraska. His extensive professional career also includes solo appearances in Beijing and Madrid, and he has performed in competitions in Korea, all while commissioning and recording new works for the euphonium.

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