Topeka band continues 18-year tradition summer shows

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Orchestrated in perfect harmony, the Topeka Community Band has their second performance of the season. The Community Band has been a summer tradition in the Capitol City since 1996, and still continues to pull in a crowd. The old-fashion fun is directed by retired army bandmaster Stephen Patterson. KSNT 27 News spoke [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Orchestrated in perfect harmony, the Topeka Community Band has their second performance of the season.

The Community Band has been a summer tradition in the Capitol City since 1996, and still continues to pull in a crowd. The old-fashion fun is directed by retired army bandmaster Stephen Patterson.

KSNT 27 News spoke to Patterson who explains on what inspires him to continue every summer.

"The crowd, always the crowd. The love for the music we play and the band members show up and have a great time as well."

If you missed your opportunity this month, don't worry, The band will be performing in Garfield Park Gazebo on July 1 at 7:30 p.m.

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