Our Purpose
The purpose of the band is threefold:
- To provide opportunities for amateur musicians to perform and grow musically.
- To enhance the quality of life in Chatfield and the surrounding areas.
- To continue Chatfield’s proud tradition as “Bandtown, U.S.A.”
We strive to give our members the experience of playing many types of band literature, while giving special attention to preserving the community band tradition.
The Chatfield Brass Band, Inc. is a non-profit, 503c organization.
New Members Always Welcome
Interested in playing in a community band? Become a member of the Chatfield Brass Band and discover the enjoyment of creating music in a stress-free environment. When you join the Chatfield Brass Band, you will find a group of musicians of all ages, from all walks of life, who come to band because they love music, love to play their instruments, and enjoy playing in a quality group that is fun and active. Band members hail from fifteen different communities, and the yearly schedule for the band includes a Holiday Concert in December, a series of “Concerts in the Park” in the summer, and parades and concerts in surrounding communities.
Drop-ins welcome! If you are in the area and would like to join us for a rehearsal or concert, give Carmen a call.
Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the Chatfield Elementary School band room. 2023 rehearsals begin on Sept. 21st. Join us!
If interested, contact Carmen Narveson at 507 867 3315 or email for more information.
Member quotes: Why do you like being a member of CBB?
“Great music, great conductor, great community support, associating with a fun group of musicians that enjoy playing in band.”
“It lets me use the other half of my brain, giving me a concentrated departure from all other demands.”
“We don’t judge and we acknowledge and respect the busy scehdule of today’s people- encouraging members to attend all practices, bu not eliminating people if they can’t. Life is busy! ”
“It’s fun, has great band members, and I feel welcomed.”