All concert band photos courtesy of Wade Sheldon
The Classic City Band consists of volunteer members from 90+ years of age all the way down to high school students. Members share the love of playing music with each other for live audiences. The band welcomes all new players 14 years of age and older. There are no auditions, challenges, or dues. The band performs in the Athens, GA area and outside of the city (but no further than 45 miles away) in nearby counties between 6 and 9 times per year. Travel is at the expense of the individual players, although it is fully tax-deductible. Small ensembles have included a clarinet choir, a brass choir, a German Polka Band, the Classic City Dixiedawgs, and Big Band Athens. Contact Paige Barton with any questions.
Our rehearsals are held on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the band room of Cedar Shoals High School, except for a summer break between Independence Day and the resumption of classes in August.
All members must agree to Classic City Band’s Covid-19 Protocol.