Navy Band Great Lakes Performing Free Concerts In Rockford

Representatives of the U.S. Navy are in Rockford this week to take part in Navy Week. The program began in 2005 and is designed to provide local communities with an opportunity to learn about the Navy, its people, and its importance to national security. Rockford is one of only 12 communities to experience Navy Week in 2015.

Part of the festivities include preformaces by the Navy Band Great Lakes. The band is comprised of 45 professional musicians and includes a full Wind Ensemble, a Ceremonial/Parade Band, Horizon a pop music group, a Brass Quintet, and a Woodwind Quintet.

According to a press release, “Pride in Service” has been the theme for Navy Band Great Lakes for more than a century. From 1911 to today, the Band’s music represents the pride and professionalism that is synonymous with the United States Navy.

Here's the full schedule of Great Lakes Navy Band performances in Rockford:

Tuesday, June 2
Who:             Navy Band Great Lakes Wind Ensemble (Full band)
Where:          Sinnissippi Park
When:           7 p.m.
Cost:             Free

Wednesday, June 3
Who:             Navy Band Great Lakes Jazz Quintet and New Orleans Style Brass Band
Where:          Nicholas Conservatory Gardens
When:           5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Cost:             Free

Who:             Navy Band Great Lakes Brass Quintet and Woodwind Quintet
Where:          Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center
When:           7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Cost:             Free