The Maine Pops Concert Band will perform their annual fall concert on Sunday, November 8, 2026 from the Westbrook Performing Arts Center in Westbrook, ME. One of Maine’s largest community bands, will open the auditorium doors 2 p.m., with the concert beginning at 2:30 p.m.

After concluding a successful summer concert season with seven concert band performances conducted throughout the greater Portland area, the Maine Pops returned to fall rehearsals on September 9 with a two-hour session at Scarborough High School. Under the direction of David Watts – now starting his tenth season as the band’s conductor – the Maine Pops plans to perform eight concert pieces that reflect specific eras in the country’s history and growth as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Compositions selected by Watts include literature from Hoagy Carmichael, Aaron Copland, Pierre La Plante, John Mackey, John Philip Sousa, John Zdechlich and others.

Cost of admission for the fall concert is a $15 donation per person, payable at the door. Students attending are admitted free.

As of September 9, over 110 musicians have joined or renewed their commitment to the Maine Pops – one of the largest community bands in the state. Although membership is open to community musicians in Southern Maine and nearby New Hampshire, the Maine Pops is currently limiting recruitment to specific instrumental needs. Local musicians who are interested in joining the Maine Pops should first contact Barbara Wolejko – the band’s personnel manager - at newmembers@mainepops.org. 

For more information on the band, please inquiries to president@mainepops.org or sbarrett@mainepops.org.