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It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Harold Williams, a talented percussionist who occasionally played with Allegany Alumni & Friends Band.
RUSHFORD - Harold P. Williams, of 8884 Lower St., passed away Monday (Nov. 29, 2021) in his home. He was born Jan. 16, 1966, in Buffalo, a son of the late Gordon and Louise Penfield Williams.
Harold was an avid drummer and loved musicals. He played in the Rushford Town Band, was a part of the bands OCTaves and AAFB and was active in the Olean Community Theater and the Bradford Little Theater. Harold also enjoyed growing apples and making apple cider.
Surviving are his children, Sydney Williams of Rushford and Stephen Gordon of Rushford; a sister, Sue (David) Garrett of Pittsburgh, Pa.; a brother, Glenn (Linda) Williams of Pickens, S.C.; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in White Cemetery, Rushford. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Kopler-Williams Funeral Home, 21 N Genesee Str., Fillmore.
RUSHFORD - Harold P. Williams, of 8884 Lower St., passed away Monday (Nov. 29, 2021) in his home. He was born Jan. 16, 1966, in Buffalo, a son of the late Gordon and Louise Penfield Williams.
Harold was an avid drummer and loved musicals. He played in the Rushford Town Band, was a part of the bands OCTaves and AAFB and was active in the Olean Community Theater and the Bradford Little Theater. Harold also enjoyed growing apples and making apple cider.
Surviving are his children, Sydney Williams of Rushford and Stephen Gordon of Rushford; a sister, Sue (David) Garrett of Pittsburgh, Pa.; a brother, Glenn (Linda) Williams of Pickens, S.C.; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in White Cemetery, Rushford. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Kopler-Williams Funeral Home, 21 N Genesee Str., Fillmore.
Tonight's concert (7/25/2018)
at Pioneer Park in Portville
has been cancelled.
at Pioneer Park in Portville
has been cancelled.
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AAFB Conductors: Diane Smith, Lynn Brook, Dennis Wymer, Jim Schultz
Notes for band members:
* Our Christmas concert will be Thursday, December 15 at 7:00 p.m. at
Christ United Methodist Church. Invite your friends!
* Band members, listen to audio clips of our Christmas music:
Holiday Ornaments, S. O'Loughlin
Greensleeves, arranged by Alfred Reed
Hill Country Holiday, R. Sheldon
Christmas Recollections, arranged by John Edmondson (youtube video)
Christmas Festival, L. Anderson
* Congratulations to the 2016-2017 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Rick Youngs, and Nancy Phearsdorf.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
* Our Christmas concert will be Thursday, December 15 at 7:00 p.m. at
Christ United Methodist Church. Invite your friends!
* Band members, listen to audio clips of our Christmas music:
Holiday Ornaments, S. O'Loughlin
Greensleeves, arranged by Alfred Reed
Hill Country Holiday, R. Sheldon
Christmas Recollections, arranged by John Edmondson (youtube video)
Christmas Festival, L. Anderson
* Congratulations to the 2016-2017 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Rick Youngs, and Nancy Phearsdorf.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
Comments From Our Audience
(You may email your feedback at the bottom of this page.)
My 4 year old daughter just loved your music at the game. She was getting tired and wanted to leave. We were trying to encourage her to watch the game, count the number of yellow shirts, or whatever possible to keep her there. The minute the music started she jumped up, started to dance, and had the largest smile on her face. Even though I was enjoying the game, I did look forward to the time outs because I knew the music would play.
Anonymous
St. Bonaventure men's basketball game, 1/2/2011
We enjoy coming back to Allegany every summer, as we know we will be able to hear the alumni band play. We also attend the Taste of Olean and listen to you play, and we look forward to another summer. Is it possible to be able to play the theme music from "E.T."? I am not a musician, so have no idea as to what that would involve--but all your music is enjoyable. Thank You All!
Phyllis & Jim D. (FL)
all Allegany concerts and the Motherhouse, 2010
It is my great pleasure to congratulate the Allegany Alumni & Friends Band on celebrating 10 years in the entertainment industry. The musicians are to be commended on their talents and for providing enjoyable entertainment to the residents within Cattaraugus County and the surrounding areas. Thank you for all you do. I am very proud to be your representative in the State Senate. I extend my best wishes for your continued success. (What a nice idea to have food items brought to the concert to help the needy!)
Warmest wishes,
Catharine M. Young, member of the NYS Senate
10th Anniversary Benefit concert, 9/11/2010
Thank you for your generosity, and for your $500 monetary donation on 9/11/2010.
Sincerely,
The Olean Food Pantry
10th Anniversary Benefit Concert, 9/11/2010
Thank you once again for having the Allegany Alumni & Friends Band perform for the Village of Allegany's 6th Annual Hot Dog Fest held recently. It proved to be a successful event once again, as we cooked and served almost 600 hot dogs, snacks, and beverages during the evening. The participants enjoyed listening to music of your band while enjoying a light dinner in the company of their friends and family. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we appreciate your willingness to be an active part in various community events. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
Richard J. Lamberson, Mayor of Allegany
Allegany Weiner Roast concert, 8/5/2010
Everyone had a great time! The band enjoyed playing and we enjoyed listening. Now that's the understatement of the week!
The time, talent, and effort that the band members give to make an exceptional program and the foot tapping, head nodding, etc. of the audience can't be measured! We are looking forward to attending the next concert. (Just a PS! You have a great web site! Very easy to navigate and very informative! What a great bunch of talent you guys have!)
Charlotte P.
Allegany Rec. Center concert, 7/21/2010
Great Concert, weather good. Hope they will play "Waltzing Matilda" some day at one of their concerts in honor of all Marines.
Semper Fi.
Charles C.
Allegany Rec. Center concert, 7/21/2010
Out of all the bands we have at Bonafest, AAFB is by far the most popular! Thank you all for everything you do to make the band so great, and for being willing to share your gifts with our community!
Thank you!!!!!
Marcia W.
04/20/2010
Last Thursday's concert in Cuba was outstanding! I heard many positive comments from a happy audience. The band played a nice variety of pieces, seeming to enjoy themselves as much as we enjoyed listening. You are working with some gifted musicians. How fortunate we are that they were willing to share their talents, as well as their time, with our small community. It was a perfect summer evening in Cuba, NY. Thank you.
Linda P.
Cuba concert, 08/13/2009
"The concert was FANTASTIC... The Allegany Alumni & Friends Band is a group of very talented and skilled musicians who bring listening and visual joy to a LOT of people. It is very apparent that all of you greatly enjoy producing that beautiful music. Keep up the good work."
Don F.
Lonesome Oaks concert, 08/12/2009
One of my favorite things I enjoy about summer is going to outdoor concerts. Recently I attended one by the Allegany Alumni & Friends Band on the grounds of Absolut of Allegany. As the band members set up, the residents were brought out in their wheelchairs, walkers, and some walked aided by staff and friends. Several other lovers of concerts joined us. The music was good. These musicians play because they enjoy it. Their pleasure was reflected on the faces of their audience, especially those of the residents of Absolut of Allegany. Thank you to the Allegany Alumni & Friends Band and Absolut for making us all feel good.
Ruth K.
Allegany Absolut concert, 08/27/2008
We enjoy the music so much!
Shirley C.
07/25/2007
The Allegany Alumni & Friends Band closes out the 2012 concert in Portville with "The Stars and Stripes Forever".
Notes for band members:
* Rehearsals for our summer season will start Thursday, April 7.
* Band Members, you can listen to audio clips of our new music:
"Centuria", by James Swearingen
"The Sound of Music", arranged by Robert Russell Bennett
"Buffalo Bill's Equestrian March", by W.P. Chambers
* Congratulations to the 2016-2017 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Rick Youngs, and Nancy Phearsdorf.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
* Rehearsals for our summer season will start Thursday, April 7.
* Band Members, you can listen to audio clips of our new music:
"Centuria", by James Swearingen
"The Sound of Music", arranged by Robert Russell Bennett
"Buffalo Bill's Equestrian March", by W.P. Chambers
* Congratulations to the 2016-2017 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Rick Youngs, and Nancy Phearsdorf.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
ATTENTION: any former Allegany band alumni
If you are planning to be in town for this year's ACS Alumni weekend,
please pull your musical instrument out of the attic, dust it off,
and join us Thursday night (July 30) at the hot dog roast at Fireman's Park.
We will be playing from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
If you are planning to be in town for this year's ACS Alumni weekend,
please pull your musical instrument out of the attic, dust it off,
and join us Thursday night (July 30) at the hot dog roast at Fireman's Park.
We will be playing from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Notes for band members:
* We will be playing the following pieces at our Christmas concert at
Christ United Methodist Church, on Friday, December 20th. If you are
missing any, please contact Nancy as soon as possible:
Christmas Festival (Anderson)
Hill Country Holiday (Sheldon)
O Holy Night (Rubank book, #1)
We three Kings (Rubank book, #4)
Jingle Bell Rhapsody (Rubank book, #9)
We Wish You a Merry Christmas (Hal Leonard book, #22)
* Band members, please note the adjusted rehearsal schedule for December.
* Congratulations to the 2012-2013 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Nancy Phearsdorf, and Virginia Baxter.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
* We will be playing the following pieces at our Christmas concert at
Christ United Methodist Church, on Friday, December 20th. If you are
missing any, please contact Nancy as soon as possible:
Christmas Festival (Anderson)
Hill Country Holiday (Sheldon)
O Holy Night (Rubank book, #1)
We three Kings (Rubank book, #4)
Jingle Bell Rhapsody (Rubank book, #9)
We Wish You a Merry Christmas (Hal Leonard book, #22)
* Band members, please note the adjusted rehearsal schedule for December.
* Congratulations to the 2012-2013 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Nancy Phearsdorf, and Virginia Baxter.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
Join us for a special evening of music!
Dave Johnson Memorial Concert
Saturday, October 26th
Olean High School Auditorium
7:00 p.m.
Dave Johnson Memorial Concert
Saturday, October 26th
Olean High School Auditorium
7:00 p.m.
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In memory of our beloved assistant director, David E. Johnson, (1937 - 2013) a man who loved to conduct our band and make music for all who would listen. He will be greatly missed! |
Notes for band members:
* Listen to clips of the new music we're working on. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on
your desktop. Now you can listen while opening email or working on other
computer tasks.)
Great Themes from Great Italian Music (arr. by John Cacavas**)
**This is a youtube video
Resplendent Glory (Rossano Galante)
* Next concert: Wednesday, August 21st at 6:30 p.m. in Portville's Pioneer
Park. See the full concert schedule by clicking on the Schedules tab
above.
* Congratulations to the 2012-2013 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Nancy Phearsdorf, and Virginia Baxter.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
* Listen to clips of the new music we're working on. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on
your desktop. Now you can listen while opening email or working on other
computer tasks.)
Great Themes from Great Italian Music (arr. by John Cacavas**)
**This is a youtube video
Resplendent Glory (Rossano Galante)
* Next concert: Wednesday, August 21st at 6:30 p.m. in Portville's Pioneer
Park. See the full concert schedule by clicking on the Schedules tab
above.
* Congratulations to the 2012-2013 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Nancy Phearsdorf, and Virginia Baxter.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
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* Listen to clips of the new music we're working on. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on
your desktop. Now you can listen while opening email or working on other
computer tasks.)
Shenandoah (arr. by Frank Ticheli)
Resplendent Glory (Rossano Galante)
Chorale & Shaker Dance (John Zdechlik)
Carnival of Venice (Del Staigers) **This is a youtube video.
Sedona (Steven Reineke)
Inglesina (David Delle Cese)
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on
your desktop. Now you can listen while opening email or working on other
computer tasks.)
Shenandoah (arr. by Frank Ticheli)
Resplendent Glory (Rossano Galante)
Chorale & Shaker Dance (John Zdechlik)
Carnival of Venice (Del Staigers) **This is a youtube video.
Sedona (Steven Reineke)
Inglesina (David Delle Cese)
Buffalo Naval Park
On May 1, 2010, The Allegany Alumni & Friends Band was honored to perform at the Purple Heart Memorial dedication ceremony in Buffalo, NY. Click to enlarge each photo.
Notes for band members:
* The summer concert schedule has been posted. Click on the Schedules
tab above.
* If you do not have an AAFB shirt for the summer season (or if you want an
extra), email Lynn to reserve your size. A new batch of shirts is on order,
and will be ready soon. See pricing below, but take $2.00 off the price
of each shirt if you pay in full before the Allegany Old Home Week parade.
* Listen to clips of the new music we're working on. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on
your desktop. Now you can listen while opening email or working on other
computer tasks.)
Shenandoah (arr. by Frank Ticheli)
Resplendent Glory (Rossano Galante)
Chorale & Shaker Dance (John Zdechlik)
Carnival of Venice (Del Staigers) **This is a youtube video.
Sedona (Steven Reineke)
Inglesina (David Delle Cese)
* Be sure you have some of our older music in your folders. If you are missing
any, please email Nancy as soon as possible, so that she can get you
a copy:
All Glory Told
Covington Square
Denbridge Way
Fiddler on the Roof
Highlights from the Music Man
The Phantom of the Opera Medley
* Congratulations to the 2012-2013 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Nancy Phearsdorf, and Virginia Baxter.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
* The summer concert schedule has been posted. Click on the Schedules
tab above.
* If you do not have an AAFB shirt for the summer season (or if you want an
extra), email Lynn to reserve your size. A new batch of shirts is on order,
and will be ready soon. See pricing below, but take $2.00 off the price
of each shirt if you pay in full before the Allegany Old Home Week parade.
* Listen to clips of the new music we're working on. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on
your desktop. Now you can listen while opening email or working on other
computer tasks.)
Shenandoah (arr. by Frank Ticheli)
Resplendent Glory (Rossano Galante)
Chorale & Shaker Dance (John Zdechlik)
Carnival of Venice (Del Staigers) **This is a youtube video.
Sedona (Steven Reineke)
Inglesina (David Delle Cese)
* Be sure you have some of our older music in your folders. If you are missing
any, please email Nancy as soon as possible, so that she can get you
a copy:
All Glory Told
Covington Square
Denbridge Way
Fiddler on the Roof
Highlights from the Music Man
The Phantom of the Opera Medley
* Congratulations to the 2012-2013 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Nancy Phearsdorf, and Virginia Baxter.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
2010 -2011 AAFB Board of Directors
back row: Jim Schultz, Tom Gabler, and Dennis Wymer
front row: Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Mary Carls, and Nancy Phearsdorf
back row: Jim Schultz, Tom Gabler, and Dennis Wymer
front row: Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Mary Carls, and Nancy Phearsdorf
Notes for band members:
* The 2011-2012 Fall-Winter-Spring rehearsal schedule has been posted.
Click on the Schedules tab, above. Our last rehearsal is June 7.
* The summer concert schedule has been posted. Click on the Schedules
tab above.
* If you do not have an AAFB shirt for the summer season (or if you want an
extra), email Lynn to reserve your size. A new batch of shirts is on order,
and will be ready soon. See pricing below, but take $2.00 off the price
of each shirt if you pay in full before the Allegany Old Home Week parade.
* Elections for the Board of Directors will take place at our next rehearsal.
If you would like to nominate a band member for one of the Board
positions, email Jim.
* Listen to clips of the new music we're working on. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on
your desktop. Now you can listen while opening email or working on other
computer tasks.)
Shenandoah (arr. by Frank Ticheli)
Resplendent Glory (Rossano Galante)
Chorale & Shaker Dance (John Zdechlik)
Carnival of Venice (Del Staigers) **This is a youtube video.
Sedona (Steven Reineke)
Inglesina (David Delle Cese)
* Be sure you have some of our older music in your folders. If you are missing
any, please email Nancy as soon as possible, so that she can get you
a copy:
All Glory Told
Covington Square
Denbridge Way
Fiddler on the Roof
Highlights from the Music Man
The Phantom of the Opera Medley
* Congratulations to the 2011-2012 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Nancy Phearsdorf, and Virginia Baxter. THANK YOU to outgoing
member, Tom Gabler, for serving on the Board this past year.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
* The 2011-2012 Fall-Winter-Spring rehearsal schedule has been posted.
Click on the Schedules tab, above. Our last rehearsal is June 7.
* The summer concert schedule has been posted. Click on the Schedules
tab above.
* If you do not have an AAFB shirt for the summer season (or if you want an
extra), email Lynn to reserve your size. A new batch of shirts is on order,
and will be ready soon. See pricing below, but take $2.00 off the price
of each shirt if you pay in full before the Allegany Old Home Week parade.
* Elections for the Board of Directors will take place at our next rehearsal.
If you would like to nominate a band member for one of the Board
positions, email Jim.
* Listen to clips of the new music we're working on. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on
your desktop. Now you can listen while opening email or working on other
computer tasks.)
Shenandoah (arr. by Frank Ticheli)
Resplendent Glory (Rossano Galante)
Chorale & Shaker Dance (John Zdechlik)
Carnival of Venice (Del Staigers) **This is a youtube video.
Sedona (Steven Reineke)
Inglesina (David Delle Cese)
* Be sure you have some of our older music in your folders. If you are missing
any, please email Nancy as soon as possible, so that she can get you
a copy:
All Glory Told
Covington Square
Denbridge Way
Fiddler on the Roof
Highlights from the Music Man
The Phantom of the Opera Medley
* Congratulations to the 2011-2012 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer, Mary Carls,
Nancy Phearsdorf, and Virginia Baxter. THANK YOU to outgoing
member, Tom Gabler, for serving on the Board this past year.
* We have extra band shirts if you want another (see Lynn):
* Next concert: community Christmas concert at Christ United Methodist
Church, on Friday, December 16 at 7:00 p.m.
* Listen to clips of our Christmas music. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut"
on your desktop.)
A Fresh Aire Christmas (C. Custer)
*This is a YouTube video clip by the Hillgrove Wind Symphony.
Christmas Recollections (J. Edmondson)
*This is a YouTube video clip by the BHS Wind Symphony. (The video
gets a little out-of-sync with the audio, so don't watch--just listen.)
Church, on Friday, December 16 at 7:00 p.m.
* Listen to clips of our Christmas music. (For easy listening,
Right Click on each link and "copy shortcut", then "paste shortcut"
on your desktop.)
A Fresh Aire Christmas (C. Custer)
*This is a YouTube video clip by the Hillgrove Wind Symphony.
Christmas Recollections (J. Edmondson)
*This is a YouTube video clip by the BHS Wind Symphony. (The video
gets a little out-of-sync with the audio, so don't watch--just listen.)
Rehearsals begin promptly at 7:00 p.m.
September 2, 2010
September 9, 2010 (at the Motherhouse)
October 7, 2010
October 21, 2010
November 4, 2010
November 18, 2010
December 2, 2010
(Winter Break, no rehearsal on December 16)
(Winter Break, no rehearsal on January 6)
January 20, 2011
February 3, 2011
February 17, 2011
March 3, 2011
March 17, 2011
April 7, 2011
April 21, 2011 CANCELLED
May 5, 2011
May 19, 2011
June 2, 2011
June 16, 2011
September 2, 2010
September 9, 2010 (at the Motherhouse)
October 7, 2010
October 21, 2010
November 4, 2010
November 18, 2010
December 2, 2010
(Winter Break, no rehearsal on December 16)
(Winter Break, no rehearsal on January 6)
January 20, 2011
February 3, 2011
February 17, 2011
March 3, 2011
March 17, 2011
April 7, 2011
April 21, 2011 CANCELLED
May 5, 2011
May 19, 2011
June 2, 2011
June 16, 2011
2010-2011 Fall-Winter-Spring Rehearsal Schedule
The Allegany Alumni & Friends Band holds regular two-hour rehearsals, usually on the first and third Thursday evenings of each month, meeting on the second floor of the Allegany Town Hall (52 West Main Street). Fellow musicians who enjoy playing an instrument are invited to join the band at any rehearsal. AAFB also welcomes the opportunity to mentor local Jr. & Sr. High school students from all area school districts. No audition is necessary.
2011 Concert/Parade Schedule
We are currently booking concert dates and locations for our 2011 summer concert schedule. Groups who wish to sponsor an AAFB concert are asked to email our Business Manager as soon as possible (click on the "Contact Info." tab at the top).
Celebrating our 10th Anniversary!
Notes for band members:
* Next rehearsal will be Thursday, Oct. 7 at the Allegany Town Hall, at
7:00 p.m. For a complete schedule, click on the Rehearsal Schedule
tab at the top of this page.
* Next concert: Saturday, September 25 at 11:00 a.m. for Bonafest. For
a complete schedule, click on the Concert Schedule tab at the top of
this page.
* Our annual family picnic will be on Sunday, September 12 at the Allegany
River Park, starting at 1:00. Food will be provided; you may bring a
dessert to share, if you would like to. Bring your own beverages,
and lawn games.
* Congratulations to the new 2010-2011 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer,
Mary Carls, Nancy Phearsdorf, and Tom Gabler. (We send a big
THANK YOU to outgoing Board member, Virginia Baxter, for several
years of service to the band!)
* What a great turnout for the Purple Heart Memorial dedication at the
Buffalo Naval Park, on May 1. (Thanks, everyone!)
Click on the Photos tab to see pictures from the event.
* The new band shirts and hats are in.
Please see Lynn if you haven't gotten yours yet.
We ordered extras, so if you want another, they are available:
T-shirts $7.00
Long-sleeve T-shirts $10.00
Polo shirts $10.00
Crewneck sweatshirts $12.00
* Listen to clips of the music we'll be working on for our concerts.
For easy listening, Right Click on each link and "save shortcut",
then "paste shortcut" on your desktop :
The Purple Pageant (K. L. King)
The Circus Bee (Henry Fillmore)
A Slavic Woman's Farewell (V. Agapkin) *similar band arrangement
Tantalusqualen (F. V. Suppe)
A Trumpeter's Lullaby (Leroy Anderson)
In The Presence of Heroes (James Swearingen)
* Listen to clips of the music we'll be working on for our summer concerts.
Double-click on each link to hear the clips. (For easy
listening anytime of the day, right-click on each link and "save
shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on your desktop.)
A Gaelic Ballad (Frank Erickson)
All Glory Told (James Swearingen)
The Phantom of the Opera (Johnnie Vinson)
Andrew Lloyd Webber: A Symphonic Portrait (Jerry Nowak)*
*this is a YouTube audio clip by a high school band in Texas
Rolling Thunder (Henry Fillmore)
The Footlifter (Henry Fillmore)
* Next rehearsal will be Thursday, Oct. 7 at the Allegany Town Hall, at
7:00 p.m. For a complete schedule, click on the Rehearsal Schedule
tab at the top of this page.
* Next concert: Saturday, September 25 at 11:00 a.m. for Bonafest. For
a complete schedule, click on the Concert Schedule tab at the top of
this page.
* Our annual family picnic will be on Sunday, September 12 at the Allegany
River Park, starting at 1:00. Food will be provided; you may bring a
dessert to share, if you would like to. Bring your own beverages,
and lawn games.
* Congratulations to the new 2010-2011 Board of Directors:
Jim Schultz, Lynn Brook, Patty VanSkiver, Dennis Wymer,
Mary Carls, Nancy Phearsdorf, and Tom Gabler. (We send a big
THANK YOU to outgoing Board member, Virginia Baxter, for several
years of service to the band!)
* What a great turnout for the Purple Heart Memorial dedication at the
Buffalo Naval Park, on May 1. (Thanks, everyone!)
Click on the Photos tab to see pictures from the event.
* The new band shirts and hats are in.
Please see Lynn if you haven't gotten yours yet.
We ordered extras, so if you want another, they are available:
T-shirts $7.00
Long-sleeve T-shirts $10.00
Polo shirts $10.00
Crewneck sweatshirts $12.00
* Listen to clips of the music we'll be working on for our concerts.
For easy listening, Right Click on each link and "save shortcut",
then "paste shortcut" on your desktop :
The Purple Pageant (K. L. King)
The Circus Bee (Henry Fillmore)
A Slavic Woman's Farewell (V. Agapkin) *similar band arrangement
Tantalusqualen (F. V. Suppe)
A Trumpeter's Lullaby (Leroy Anderson)
In The Presence of Heroes (James Swearingen)
* Listen to clips of the music we'll be working on for our summer concerts.
Double-click on each link to hear the clips. (For easy
listening anytime of the day, right-click on each link and "save
shortcut", then "paste shortcut" on your desktop.)
A Gaelic Ballad (Frank Erickson)
All Glory Told (James Swearingen)
The Phantom of the Opera (Johnnie Vinson)
Andrew Lloyd Webber: A Symphonic Portrait (Jerry Nowak)*
*this is a YouTube audio clip by a high school band in Texas
Rolling Thunder (Henry Fillmore)
The Footlifter (Henry Fillmore)
Join us for a very special evening of music!
Allegany Alumni & Friends Band will celebrate its 10th anniversary
with a benefit concert for the Olean Food Pantry
Saturday, September 11, 2010
at St. Elizabeth's Motherhouse
115 East Main St., Allegany, NY (map)
7:00 p.m.
All proceeds will be given to the food pantry
to help families right in our own neighborhoods!
Admission will be:
$2.00 for adults
$1.00 for children
OR, bring non-perishable items for the food pantry!
Notes for band members:
* Fall rehearsals have begun. See the "Rehearsal Schedule" for details.
* If you haven't cleaned out your music folder yet, please do so before the next rehearsal.
Check your email for the list of music to pull out. Clip it all together so that you can turn it in at rehearsal.
* We will be ordering a new AAFB logo shirt and/or baseball-style hat for every band member who wants one. Please let Lynn know your shirt preference and size.
* We will be working on Alfred Reed's "Russian Christmas Music" for our December concert(s). To hear a recording of the piece, click here.
* Fall rehearsals have begun. See the "Rehearsal Schedule" for details.
* If you haven't cleaned out your music folder yet, please do so before the next rehearsal.
Check your email for the list of music to pull out. Clip it all together so that you can turn it in at rehearsal.
* We will be ordering a new AAFB logo shirt and/or baseball-style hat for every band member who wants one. Please let Lynn know your shirt preference and size.
* We will be working on Alfred Reed's "Russian Christmas Music" for our December concert(s). To hear a recording of the piece, click here.
AAFB Family Picnic
Sunday, September 13, 2009 (2:00 p.m.) at the Allegany River Park.
Band Members--please RSVP to Patty as soon as possible.
Food provided. Bring your own beverages.
Sunday, September 13, 2009 (2:00 p.m.) at the Allegany River Park.
Band Members--please RSVP to Patty as soon as possible.
Food provided. Bring your own beverages.
