Founded in 1982 by Ed Swanzey and a dozen musicians for the Kingston 4th of July parade, the Hometown Band is a community band that serves Kitsap County and surrounding areas in western Washington State.

Comprised solely of volunteer musicians, our members include retirees, students, and people with a wide range of occupations who all share an interest in playing together and bringing music to the community. We perform an average of 30 concerts per year at local civic events, festivals and public gatherings.

Our concert program encompasses a variety of musical genres. Summer audiences enjoy our traditional concert music, military marches, patriotic songs, and an occasional jazz or swing number thrown in for good measure. In the fall, we roll out the barrels with lively polkas and Oktoberfest beer hall standards. Our winter performance season wraps up with Christmas carols and other holiday favorites.

We hope to see you at our next concert!