After what seems like a lifetime, the Peninsula Symphonic Band is ready to begin rehearsing again! Rehearsals will remain on Monday evenings from 7 – 8 pm at Prince of Peace Church on Michigan Street in Sturgeon Bay. The first rehearsal will be on June 14th.The following safety protocols will be in place for theContinue reading “PSB Summer Launch!!”
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In Memoriam: John P. Mann
1951 ~ 2020 (age 69) It has been said that nearly everyone today knows someone who has suffered from COVID-19. Many have lost loved ones and friends. The Peninsula Symphonic Band has not escaped without a tragedy. We suffered the loss of our dear friend and musical colleague, John Mann. We will all miss John’s friendly attitude andContinue reading “In Memoriam: John P. Mann”
DOOR COUNTY PULSE | Local Singer Writes Door County Theme Song
Published 5/27/2020 via Door County Pulse In the chorus of her new song, “My Door County Home,” Jamie Palmer writes, “Beauty abounds here / Each season astounds here / And makes you so grateful to call this place home.” This sentiment is especially poignant as the beginning of summer in Door County is not unfolding asContinue reading “DOOR COUNTY PULSE | Local Singer Writes Door County Theme Song”
COVID-19 & PSB
It is with a heavy heart and out of an abundance of caution that the Board and myself have decided to postpone the beginning of the Spring/Summer season (rehearsals and concerts) indefinitely due to the current coronavirus pandemic. We have learned that the school will be closed for a period of time so we wouldn’tContinue reading “COVID-19 & PSB”
DOOR COUNTY DAILY NEWS | Peninsula Symphonic Band looking for more musicians
Published 3/3/20 via DoorCountyDailyNews.com The Peninsula Symphonic band is in the recruitment mode as it prepares for the 30th Anniversary season. The all-volunteer organization is seeking additional musicians despite having about 50 members who participate. Director Jason Palmer says there are no auditions and hopes are to find a few more clarinetists to complement theContinue reading “DOOR COUNTY DAILY NEWS | Peninsula Symphonic Band looking for more musicians”
DOOR COUNTY PULSE | Peninsula Symphonic Band Begins Spring/Summer Rehearsals March 30
Published 2/12/2020 via Door County Pulse The Peninsula Symphonic Band will begin rehearsals for its spring/summer 2020 season on March 30, 7:15 pm, at Sturgeon Bay High School. Music Director Jason Palmer has chosen some inspiring and challenging selections to play at upcoming concerts. The band will perform a May 18 joint concert with the Algoma Community Band and the Swingin’ Door BigContinue reading “DOOR COUNTY PULSE | Peninsula Symphonic Band Begins Spring/Summer Rehearsals March 30”
DOOR COUNTY PULSE | Swing Set
Published 11/8/19 via Door County Pulse Big band returns to Maxwelton Braes When Jamie and Jason Palmer pulled into the full Maxwelton Braes parking lot on Oct. 24, they were certain there was another event scheduled on top of the debut concert of the Swingin’ Door Big Band. As they headed to the second-story ballroom,Continue reading “DOOR COUNTY PULSE | Swing Set”
DOOR COUNTY PULSE | Peninsula Symphonic Band Plays Veterans Day Concert Nov. 11
Originally published 11/6/19 via Door County Pulse The Peninsula Symphonic Band will honor veterans with its annual Veterans Day concert Nov. 11, 7 pm, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1756 Michigan St. in Sturgeon Bay. Under Jason Palmer’s direction, the band will play the “Armed Forces Salute,” “National Emblem,” “Stars and Stripes Forever” and more. Pianist Sara Bong will joinContinue reading “DOOR COUNTY PULSE | Peninsula Symphonic Band Plays Veterans Day Concert Nov. 11”
PSB Fall Update 10/2019
From the president: Welcome to all our new and returning members! Hope everyone is having fun making beautiful music every Monday evening as we prepare for our Veterans Day and Holiday Concerts. Here is some IMPORTANT information regarding those upcoming rehearsals and concerts:
PSB Has a New Look!
Thanks for your patience while the dust settles on our new website!
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