Capital Area Concert Band

About Us

The Capital Area Concert Band (CACB) is open to anyone who played an instrument in high school and wants to make music today. As always, new members are welcome to join, and there are no auditions or fees to participate. The band rehearses and performs in late August through April. Rehearsals are held on Tuesday nights.

Our History

For more than 50 years, the Capital Area Concert Band has shared the joy of live music with the Springfield area. The band was founded in 1974 by Tom Ford, a teacher at Lanphier High School who saw the need for a group where anyone who played an instrument in their high school band could continue to play after they had graduated.

Hundreds of local musicians have been members over the years, donating their time to play in this group. Some are professionals with extensive training, while others are rediscovering their musical talents after stepping away from music for many years. A few founding members still play with the band, and members range in age from 20s-80s.

The Capital Area Concert Band is open to anyone who played an instrument in high school and wants to make music today. As always, new members are welcome to join, and there are no auditions or fees to participate.

For more information about the band (scheduling or joining), send a message to caconcertband@gmail.com or see us on Facebook.