Experience the incredible variety of music offered in the Northshore Concert Band’s 2008-2009 season…everything from politically-inspired international music and classical masterpieces to special arrangements of favorite tunes like Greensleeves and Hello Dolly!

Be dazzled by our artistic director Mallory Thompson, one of the most dynamic and respected conductors in the nation, and by our world-class guest artists.

Enjoy the excellent acoustics and easy accessibility of Evanston’s Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, where all four concerts will be performed. Subscribe now and reserve the seats of your choice!

Distinguished Guest Artists to Perform in 08-09
NCB's 53rd season features University of Illinois saxophone professor Debra A. Richtmeyer in November, and former New Orleans Symphony principal clarinet Steve Cohen in April. John Paynter Scholarship winner Marissa Olegario, bassoon, will perform at the June concert.

Reserve the Best Seats Now Before They're Gone!
Over the past few years, NCB has experienced a tremendous increase in ticket sales, and we expect this trend to continue. We strongly urge you to reserve your seats now by purchasing a subscription. You save 33% off the single ticket price and you are guaranteed the same seats for every performance. Save time, money, and hassle by subscribing today!

“"The Northshore Concert Band has set the standards for musical excellence in the band world…a performing ensemble
of the highest level." — CARL GRAPENTINE, WFMT

Four Sunday Afternoons at 3:00 P.M.

Venue for all four concerts:
Pick-Staiger Concert Hall
50 Arts Circle Dr
Evanston, IL


Click each concert name for individual concert programs.

2007-2008 Subscription Concerts
Fall Concert, November 9, 2008, 3:00 PM
Featuring Debra A. Richtmeyer saxophone

Winter Concert, February 15, 2009 3:00 PM
Featuring Lifetime of Music students

Spring Concert, April 19, 2009, 3:00 PM
Featuring Steve Cohen clarinet

Summer Concert, June 7, 2009, 3:00 PM
Featuring Marissa Olegario bassoon


Click here to download a season brochure. (PDF file, requires Adobe Reader)