Still playing strong, Jeannette Community Band marks 35th anniversary

Jeannette Community Band Director Ron Stemple conducts the group. The band has played more than 300 concerts since its inception, with most taking place at its rehearsal space, the Jeannette American Legion on South Fifth Street.

There are no dues to join, and the band draws members from across the east suburbs, rehearsing Tuesday nights at the Legion.

Jeannette Community Band member Earl Wright of North Huntingdon warms up on the tenor sax before rehearsal. “This is a really great group of people,” said Wright, who’s been in the band since 2014. “Some of the nicest people I’ve ever met.”

Jeannette Community Band trombonist Gene Horner rehearses with fellow band members at the Jeannette American Legion.