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ALL-AMERICAN BRASS PICNIC SET FOR JUNE 18 - 6/6/11

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ALL-AMERICAN BRASS PICNIC SET FOR JUNE 18 AT GETTYSBURG FESTIVAL

Free Concerts Slated 11 am-5 pm

GETTYSBURG, PA (June 6, 2011)—Gettysburg Festival’s All-American Brass Picnic on Saturday, June 18 offers free concerts in a “picnic in the park” setting, at the Festival Main Stage at Gettysburg College. The full afternoon lineup, presented by Range Resources, includes three brass bands that are first-time Festival performers, along with three returning Festival favorites, for a musical event honoring all elements of brass ranging from military-style brass to classical and contemporary fusion. The 10-day Gettysburg Festival celebrates American arts, culture and cuisine, June 10-19.

“Brass music evokes the rich tradition of community brass bands in America,” said Bernie Yannetti, Chairman of the Festival Board of Trustees. “The All-American Brass Picnic has been a favorite event among Festival-goers in the past. The U.S. Marine Corps Band from Quantico, Virginia is always one of the most requested performers we showcase at Gettysburg Festival. We are also thrilled to present a new performer, No BS! Brass Band of Richmond, Virginia, with a very hip and fresh brass sound.”

“The brass picnic is truly a slice of Americana and a great way for the community to come together and share a love for the arts,” said Yannetti. “Gettysburg Festival is pleased to offer free admission to this fantastic event, meeting our goal of making the arts accessible and available to all.”

The All-American Brass Picnic lineup includes:

11 am: The Benfield Brass Band of Annapolis, Maryland; a traditional British style brass band that has performed continuously every June in Gettysburg for 15 years.
12 pm: Chesapeake Silver Coronet Brass Band of Hockessin, Delaware, new to the Festival, comes from very traditional roots, emulating British bands formed during the Industrial Revolution. The band is entirely composed of volunteers.
1 pm: Spires Brass Band of Frederick, Maryland, a critically-acclaimed traditional brass band with accompaniment by singer Holly Shockey.
2 pm: Federal City Brass Band is reminiscent of a Union Army regimental brass band of the 1860s. Band members dress in historically accurate Civil War-era uniforms and play instruments dating back to the mid-19^th century.
3 pm: The Richmond-based newcomers No BS! Brass Band will bring a new sound to this year’s Picnic. Founded in 2006, the band has a variety of musical influences, ranging from funk to rock and calypso.
4 pm: Longstanding favorite, the U.S. Marine Corps Band & Dixieland Ensemble of Quantico, VA will return to the Festival’s Main Stage this year. One of the oldest Marines professional music ensembles, the band features Marines who have completed both military and musical training. The band regularly travels all over the East Coast to perform.

While admission is free to the Picnic, tickets are required and can be secured through www.gettysburgfestival.org or by calling 717-334-0853.

The entire brass lineup at Gettysburg Festival is presented in sponsorship with Range Resources. Support is also provided by GenOn, Summit Homes and the Realtors Association of York and Adams Counties.

Additional Gettysburg Festival brass performances include:

The Harmony Cornet Band of Frederick County, Maryland, will perform on a traditional bandwagon, stopping at select Gettysburg galleries on the June 17 Edible Art Tour route throughout Gettysburg, 5-9 pm.
Market Street Brass, a versatile band from nearby Frederick, Maryland, performs Friday, June 17 on Lincoln Square at 6 pm.
The U.S. Marine Corps Dixieland Ensemble of Quantico, Virginia will entertain an audience on Lincoln Square, Friday, June 17 at 7 pm.
Wildcat Regiment Band, a Civil War period band, performs on June 18 at the National Park Service Visitor Center, Gettysburg (2 pm) and at the Pennsylvania Monument (6 pm).

The annual 10-day Gettysburg Festival offers more than 75 events celebrating American arts, culture and cuisine. Highlight events include Straight No Chaser, a musical group reinventing the style of a capella; Bob Newhart, performing beloved comedy sketches with new material; and The Presidents of Mount Rushmore, a performance by the top four presidential impersonators. More than half of the events are free. For more information, see www.gettysburgfestival.org, call 717-334-0853 or look for Gettysburg Festival on Facebook and Twitter.

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