Members of the public are welcome to join the Northwestern Oklahoma State University band in rehearsals from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday evenings through March and April in Ryerson Hall 310 to form a Community Band.

Rehearsals for the began on March 21, and a culminating concert in Herod Hall Auditorium will take place on April 29 at 7 p.m.

“Having the community band is a great way for community members to have a chance to play their instrument in an ensemble again,” said Dr. Michael Black, director of bands and assistant professor of music. “It’s also a way for the students in the Ranger Bands to c...