Music in Alfred in July

The Alfred Village Band has played marches and more in Alfred, NY on Wednesdays in July for nearly 60 years but this year they are giving Sousa and friends a year off. Mike Shoales, director of the band, generally hosts rehearsals in Andover School’s band room but this year the room is being stretched into the larger size he has needed for years. The renovations in Andover brought the band to the decision to put the music folders in storage and be tacit for the summer.

Linda Staiger, band member and MC, couldn’t bear having music free Wednesdays so she went into the community and organized a sing along, get lost in the words, toe tappin’ program from Rock to Folk to step back in time.

All concerts sponsored by the Alfred Village Band will be at 7:15 pm. Bring a chair and a friend to join us on the green on Main Street.

July 1 - The Vagabonds are a blues and rock band that has been playing in the Alfred area for the past five years. All graduates of Alfred Almond Central School the group includes Steve Kovalcik, John Diggins, Brian Butts, Pat Gaughan and Avery Maracek.

July 8 - Anton Flint – If you were lucky enough to attend the Allegany Players production of Jesus Christ Super Star you know that Anton is more than worth an evening of your time.


July 15- Rick Whitwood (photo above) - Whitwood is a lyricist deserving of an national and timeless audience. Consistently winning awards with songs arranged in partnership with George Cretekos, Rick and his guitar have voices that will stay in your mind.

July 22 – The Camelot Choraleers, based in Belmont and directed by Greg Shelley, is known for harmonic blends, varied programs and a bit of patriotic flair.

July 29 – Three of the members of The Vagabonds, Pat Gaughan, Avery Maracek and John Diggins, regrouped a few months ago to play jazz standards, fusion, and rock.

In the event of rain the programs will be held in the Union University Church Center.


Always free. Always fun. Put us on your calendar.