Southwest Community Concert Band's Winter Band Day for Young Musicians

Winter Band Day is open to students of all ability levels in grades 6-8 who currently participate in their school band program and have had at least (1) one full year of playing experience.

This one-day event offers a unique opportunity to learn and perform new and challenging music. Students will gain a sense of accomplishment and meet new friends!

All are welcome for this fun, non-competitive day of making music for the sake of music!

• Participation open to grades 6th thru 8th *
• No auditions required, open to all ability levels
• All music will be provided for Winter Band Day
• Sectional Rehearsals
• Pizza & Pop lunch provided
• Free Concert with all Winter Band Day participants

* Must have completed (1) one full grade of school band program or lessons.

The SWCCB Winter Band Day is one of the most popular music festivals in the Chicago area for young musicians presented by the Southwest Community Concert Band and has been presented every year for 21 years, since 1995. The festival provides students with the opportunity to enjoy making music in a non-competitive/no-audition festival format.

Band Day Information 

Date: Saturday January 31, 2026

Time: 8:30 am - 3 pm

Location:
Presbyterian Church in Orland Park
13401 Wolf Road - Orland Park, IL

Cost: Registration fee is $35 per student

 

FREE Concert starting at 3 PM
The afternoon concert is free for the families and friends of all Winter Band Day participants!

 

Cancellation Fees:
No registration fees will be refunded after 14 days prior to the event

Winter Band Day includes: Ensemble Rehearsals, Pizza/Pop lunch, and Finale Concert

Any questions? Please email SWCCBBandCamp@gmail.com