The Kalamazoo Concert Band (KCB) was founded in 1961 to provide continued symphonic band experiences beyond high school and college instrumental music programs. The KCB presents four concerts per season (October, December, February, April) and a summer series. All concerts are free and open to the public.

In 1980 the Kalamazoo Concert Band established a scholarship competition for outstanding high school wind and percussion instrumentalists. High school wind and percussion players throughout Michigan are invited to compete for a $2,000 scholarship and the opportunity to appear as a Guest Soloist with the Kalamazoo Concert Band at it’s spring concert.

Supporting the Youth Soloist Concert with the Kalamazoo Concert allows you to associate your brand with a premier musical ensemble that furthers the arts in Southwest Michigan, promotes musical education, and provides FREE and ACCESSIBLE performances to the community. The concert targets high school students who have a desire to pursue musical education beyond high school.