Help us kick off the holiday season with an evening of classic festive favorites including a singalong and narration of “The Night Before Christmas” for the kids! We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. at McKinney North High School, 2550 Wilmeth Road (at Community Ave.). The auditorium entrance is on the southeast side of the school off Community Ave.
Archives: Events
Musical Journey (In-Person Concert)
Join the McKinney Community Band when they take you on a Musical Journey during our first in-person concert in 18 months.
When:
Saturday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m.
Where:
Christ United Methodist Church
3101 Coit Rd, Plano, TX 75075
COST:
FREE AS ALWAYS!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Spring Virtual Concert – May 22
Dancing into Spring: Virtual Flute Choir Concert
From the lively “Hopak” to the fiery “Russian Sailor’s Dance” to the sultry “Libertango,” viewers will be inspired to tap their feet and move to the music. Additionally, prepare to be treated to other fun, spirited pieces such as “Ragtime Dance” and “Juba Dance.” Folk and lyrical selections will include melodies such as “Simple Gifts” and “A Gaelic Offering.”
Red, White & The Blues II – A Salute to Veterans
Enjoy a virtual performance of some swinging and bluesy numbers to salute our Veterans virtually. You’ll see new performances, favorite recordings from previous concerts (some even include some audience participation – dancing!), and stories told by a few of our band members about their memories of their military service. We’d love to have you join us!
This concert is sponsored in part by generous grants from the McKinney Community Development Corporation and McKinney Dance Band.
Click HERE to access the concert on YouTube.
MCB Virtual Fall Family Concert – ENCORE!!
Enjoy an entertaining family-friendly evening of popular tunes from the silver screen! The McKinney Community Band’s virtual concert features new performances by several small ensembles as well as popular past performances by the full band. This concert is sponsored in part by grants from the McKinney Community Development Corporation and McKinney Arts Commission.
Thank you for visiting our website. We hope you enjoy our “Movies & More” virtual band concert as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you!
Concert Giveaways – ENTER TO WIN!
MCB thanks the following our three McKinney partners for sponsoring our concert with prizes.
- Musical Instrument Toys from Rockin’ A B, 113 N Kentucky St Suite 102, McKinney, TX 75069
- Family 4-pack for admission to Arcade92 Retro Arcade, Bar & Kitchen, 305 E Virginia St Suite 103, McKinney, TX 75069
- Family 4-pack to the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
For a chance to win the musical toy instruments, go over to Facebook and “like” our page.
For a chance to win one of the other two prizes, please complete our survey by clicking HERE.
Drawings closes on November 1, 2020, and winners will be notified shortly after that.
MCB Virtual Fall Family Concert
Enjoy an entertaining family-friendly evening of popular tunes from the silver screen! The McKinney Community Band’s virtual concert features new performances by several small ensembles as well as popular past performances by the full band. This concert is sponsored in part by grants from the McKinney Community Development Corporation and McKinney Arts Commission.
Virtual Instrument Petting Zoo!
Ever wonder how individual band instruments work and what they sound like? If so, you won’t want to miss our virtual “instrument petting zoo” to see band members talk and play a wide range of instruments. The kid (and adult) friendly “zoo” will be available on our YouTube channel starting at 5 p.m., two hours before the concert starts. You can also view it HERE.
Thank you for visiting our website. We hope you enjoy our “Movies & More” virtual band concert as much as we enjoy putting it together for you!
Concert Giveaways – ENTER TO WIN!
MCB thanks the following our three McKinney partners for sponsoring our concert with prizes.
- Musical Instrument Toys from Rockin’ A B, 113 N Kentucky St Suite 102, McKinney, TX 75069
- Family 4-pack for admission to Arcade92 Retro Arcade, Bar & Kitchen, 305 E Virginia St Suite 103, McKinney, TX 75069
- Family 4-pack to the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
For a chance to win the musical toy instruments, go over to Facebook and “like” our page.
For a chance to win one of the other two prizes, please complete our survey by clicking HERE.
MCB’s Annual Patriotic Concert
The members of the McKinney Community Band are missing getting together every week to rehearse! And we definitely missing our audiences, especially at this time of year when we so enjoy celebrating our nation’s freedom and patriotism. With that in mind, we are holding our first-ever online broadcast featuring favorite past recordings from MCB patriotic concerts, a new premiere recording from members of the band, and some memories from band members and their friends.
Donations received during the concert will be split with a local charity that is feeding people in need due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us from the comfort of your home for our broadcast on our YouTube Channel and Facebook page on June 27 at 7 p.m. Click the button below to access the concert.
Spring MCB Concert – CANCELLED
We apologize for canceling, but in light of the current world COVID-19 outbreak that is changing by the minute, the MCB Board felt it was necessary to cancel this concert. We’ll be deciding on the patriotic concert once we see where the situation stands as we get closer to the date. Thank you for understanding.
Banding Together: Free Concert
Come enjoy the sights and sounds from two of the area’s most distinguished bands joining together for a FREE, unforgettable night of music!