Le Mars Municipal Band

06/08/2026

🎶 Thank You, Perspective Insurance! 🎶

The Le Mars Municipal Band extends its sincere gratitude to Perspective Insurance for their generous donation, which made it possible for us to purchase new performance chairs for our musicians.

This investment will enhance the comfort and experience of our performers for years to come, helping us continue our mission of providing high-quality, free live music to the Le Mars community each summer.

Community partnerships like this play a vital role in sustaining our band and preserving a tradition that has enriched Le Mars since 1907. We are grateful for Perspective Insurance’s commitment to supporting the arts and strengthening our community.

Please join us in thanking Perspective Insurance for helping the music play on! 🎵👏

06/07/2026

With a generous grant from Perspective Insurance, the Le Mars Municipal Band has purchased new chairs. We will have the Carousel at Foster Park open from 5 to 7pm on Monday June 8th and the old chairs will be free to the public on a first come first serve basis. The chairs are in reasonable condition with some rust.

06/06/2026

🎶 Become a Supporter of the Le Mars Municipal Band! 🎶

If you enjoy having free live music in our community each summer, please consider supporting the Le Mars Municipal Band. While we are grateful for the support provided by the City of Le Mars, more than half of our annual operating budget comes from donations and sponsorships from community members, businesses, and friends of the band.

Founded in 1907, the Le Mars Municipal Band has provided over a century of musical excellence, bringing generations together through outstanding performances in our parks and public spaces. Your support helps us purchase music, maintain equipment, and continue this cherished tradition for future generations.

🎵 Giving Levels

* Friends of the Municipal Band — Up to $49
* Soloist Level — $50–$99
* Concert Master — $100–$249
* Conductor’s Circle — $250 and above

🎼 Sponsorship Opportunities

* Concert Sponsorship — $350
* Season Sheet Music Sponsorship — $500

All donors and sponsors are recognized throughout the season in our concert programs, with sponsors receiving additional recognition from our announcers at sponsored performances.

To make a contribution or learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact band treasurer John Schneider ([email protected]) or music director Dr. Christopher Brandt.

Thank you for helping ensure that the music continues to play in Le Mars for generations to come! 🎺🎷🥁

05/25/2026

Join us!

🍦🎶 Nothing says Ice Cream Days like live music on a summer night! Join us June 17 at Foster Park for the Municipal Band Concert starting at 7:30 PM. Bring your lawn chairs, grab a sweet treat, and enjoy an evening filled with music, community, and Ice Cream Days fun in the Ice Cream Capital of the World!

From classic favorites to summer memories with family and friends, this is the perfect way to celebrate Ice Cream Days in Le Mars! 🍨🎷

04/28/2026

We’re excited to share this feature from the Le Mars Sentinel highlighting our new Musical Director, Dr. Christopher Brandt!

Dr. Brandt brings extensive experience as an educator, conductor, and performer, along with a strong commitment to musical excellence and community engagement. 

We look forward to an outstanding summer of music under his leadership as we continue a long-standing tradition in our community.

Read the full article here: Read the article

🎶 Join us this summer and experience the next chapter of the Le Mars Municipal Band!

LE MARS — After 38 years, there will be a new director holding the baton at the Le Mars Municipal Band concerts for the 2026 season.

04/09/2026

🎶 2026 Summer Concert Series Announced! 🎶

The Le Mars Municipal Band is excited to share our 2026 summer performance schedule! Join us for an outstanding season of music—all concerts are FREE and held at Foster Park in Le Mars, IA.

📅 Season Lineup:
• May 25 – Memorial Day Ceremony (Plymouth County Courthouse)
• June 10 – Under the Stars | 7:30 PM
• June 17 – From Far Away Lands | 7:30 PM
• June 24 – Under the Big Top | 7:30 PM
• July 4 – America 250 | 7:30 PM
• July 8 – Bon Voyage | 7:30 PM
• July 15 – Sea to Shining Sea | 7:30 PM

We invite you to bring a lawn chair, gather with friends and family, and enjoy an unforgettable summer of live music in the park!

🎺 Support the Band
Concert sponsorships are available and play a vital role in sustaining the Le Mars Municipal Band. Donations are also welcome.

Interested businesses and individuals may contact:
John Schneider, Treasurer – [email protected]
Dr. Christopher Brandt, Music Director – [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you this summer! 🌟

04/07/2026

🎶 Exciting News from the Le Mars Municipal Band! 🎶

We are proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Christopher Brandt as the new Musical Director of the Le Mars Municipal Band.

A native of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Dr. Brandt brings a wealth of experience as an educator, conductor, and performer. He currently serves as Director of Instrumental Activities at Morningside University and is the Music Director of the All-America Concert Band, Siouxland Wind Ensemble, and Siouxland Youth Wind Ensemble. He is also a former instrumentalist and associate conductor with the 451st Army Band.

Dr. Brandt is widely recognized for his commitment to musical excellence and community engagement, and we are excited to welcome his vision and leadership to our ensemble.

We also extend our deepest gratitude to Jerry Bertrand, who retired last July after an extraordinary 38 years as Music Director. His dedication and impact on the band and the Le Mars community are truly immeasurable.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Brandt and celebrating this exciting new chapter! 🎺

07/16/2025

Join us for the final concert of the season tonight. We have a great program prepared, including a duet featuring Kevin Linder (trumpet) and Vance Shoemaker (trombone), a solo by Spencer Schnetzer (trombone), and song with a dixieland combo. We are happy to have LCS superintendent Dr. Steve Webner join us as guest announcer. Thank you to Floyd Valley Hospital for being our sponsor.
See you tonight at 7:30!

07/09/2025

What a fun rehearsal we had tonight! Looking forward to our concert tomorrow. Double features: trumpet trio with Kevin Linder, Ed Mortensen, and Michael Prichard and a saxophone solo by Christopher Brandt. Join guest announcer Dave Grosenheider tomorrow at 7:30 at Foster Park. Thank you to our sponsor Northwest Bank!

07/04/2025

Join us tonight at 7:30 at Foster Park for our 4th of July concert!