Port City Band begins rehearsals, sets concerts

    Port Washington City Band is preparing for its summer season and hoping for new members from high schoolers to senior citizens.
    No auditions are required for new members, who can join rehearsals at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays from May 25 through July 20 in the Port Washington High School band room.
    COVID-19 protocols, including distancing, will be observed during rehearsals. Players are to wear masks during rehearsals, although they can be slid down while playing, wind players will have bell covers and flute players will use masks or shields. Players who generate spittle must provide a disposable pad or cup to empty their water valve.
    The band room will be sanitized following each rehearsal.    
    The band hosts free summer concerts at Veterans Memorial Park in Port at 6:30 p.m. Sundays. People are asked to bring blankets or chairs and may bring food and beverages to the concerts.
    The City Bank performs on June 13 and 27 and July 11 and 25.
    Mike Neumyer and Friends will perform on June 20, while Five Foot Two jazz band will play on July 18.
    Performing with the City Band on July 25 will be the New Horizons Band.        
    For more information or to sign up for the band, call Director Lori MacRae at (262) 388-8851 or visit to the band’s Facebook page.