The Blawenburg Band
Living the Community Band Tradition
Founded in Blawenburg, New Jersey, in 1890, the Blawenburg Band is a community band – part of a great tradition that began when towns depended on their own people to provide live music. The Band is known as one of the oldest community bands in the state, and among the most active, playing about 20-25 concerts a year at holiday parades, community celebrations, church socials, and several of the nursing homes and retirement centers in the area.
The Band’s 75+ members come from all walks of life; they range in age from their teens to their nineties, and include teachers, high school and college students, research scientists, computer specialists, homemakers, active retirees, lawyers, doctors, and many more. Some players have had years of musical training and professional experience; others learned to play as schoolchildren and are dedicated amateurs. The members are alike in one way, however: they enjoy making music together.
Upcoming public performances
There are no remaining public performances for 2019.
Be sure to check back in the spring for our 2020 schedule!
Nothing from November 13, 2019 to February 12, 2020.
Band Management
Dr. Jerry Rife
Music Director & Conductor
Anthony Pappalardo
Assistant Director
Vice President and Booking Manager
Neal Azrolan
President
Susan Danser
Librarian
Alison Denis
Secretary
Tom DeFalco
Publicity
Robert Fluss
Treasurer
Larry Tatsch
Manager
Webmaster
Steve Mekler
Photographer
Support the Band
We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the generous support of our fans and the general public who enjoy our many concerts. There are many ways you can support the band, including donating, purchasing our CD’s, joining as a musician, and following/sharing on social media.