Community Band Rehearsals
Thursdays, 6:00–7:30 PM at 8 Main Street, Dexter. Open rehearsals — all ability levels welcome. Bring an instrument, or borrow one.
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The Carl R. Cuthbert Community Band Foundation hosts the Harold J. Crosby Community Band — a welcoming ensemble for musicians at any age and any stage. Thursday rehearsals in Dexter. Free instrument loans available. Band Camp September 18–20.
or call 207-924-6235
The Carl R. Cuthbert Community Band Foundation (CRCCB) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to promoting music education, training, and performance opportunities for any age at any stage of musical experience and competence. Named in honor of Carl R. Cuthbert and his lifelong dedication to playing in and promoting community bands across Maine, the Foundation supports the Harold J. Crosby Community Band, hosts an annual Band Camp in Dexter, offers free instrument loans, and provides financial assistance for music education. We are members of the New Horizons International Music Association and the Association of Concert Bands, and we celebrate the work of Maine composers and arrangers in every program we put together. All are welcome, regardless of age, playing ability, or instrument type.
Thursdays, 6:00–7:30 PM at 8 Main Street, Dexter. Open rehearsals — all ability levels welcome. Bring an instrument, or borrow one.
Need an instrument to get started? We loan instruments at no cost to new and returning players. Just ask.
Three days of music-making in Dexter — September 18, 19, 20, 2026. Open registration. All experience levels welcome.
Educational music workshops for players at every skill level. Learn, practice, and play with others in a welcoming setting.
Application-based assistance for music education, instrument needs, and participation costs. Apply directly through the Foundation.
Programming that highlights and performs the work of Maine's own composers and arrangers — keeping our region's musical voices in the repertoire.
"I hadn't picked up my clarinet since high school. Walked into a Thursday rehearsal nervous, walked out smiling. Six months later I'm playing parts I never thought I could. The patience and welcome from this group is something special."Linda M.Adult player · returned after 30 years
"Our daughter wanted to play trombone but we couldn't afford one. The Foundation loaned her an instrument and she's been with the band for two years. The community here has given her more than music — it's given her confidence."Tom & RachelParents · Newport, ME
"Carl would be proud of what this Foundation has become. Every Thursday night feels like the original idea he had — anyone who wants to make music can. No auditions, no pressure, just play."Greg P.Long-time member
"I came to a Band Camp on a whim with a flute I bought twenty years ago and barely touched. By the end of the weekend I'd been welcomed by twenty people, learned three pieces, and signed up for Thursday rehearsals. Best thing I've done in a decade."Susan K.Dexter resident
Have a question, or ready to get started? We'd love to hear from you.
Tell us about your music background — any instrument, any ability, any age. We'll get back to you about rehearsals, our free instrument loan program, and the next Band Camp.