Mississauga Concert Band Inc.

Mississauga Concert Band Inc., also known as the Mississauga Pops Concert Band, is a Canadian nonprofit organization registered as a charity with the Canada Revenue Agency. The band is based in Mississauga, Ontario, and operates under the business registration number 119043602RR0001.

Mission and Activities

The Mississauga Pops Concert Band is an award-winning adult community wind orchestra dedicated to providing accessible public concerts throughout Mississauga and other areas of Ontario. A significant part of their mission involves performing free concert series, which are open to the public at large[3].

Repertoire

The band features a diverse repertoire that includes classical, jazz, Broadway, movie themes, swing, folk, pop, traditional, gaming music, and rock. Their music selection ranges from intermediate to advanced levels, offering both toe-tappers and familiar classics, characteristic of a "Pops" concert[4].

Membership and Operations

Membership in the band is open to amateur and semi-professional musicians aged 18 and above. The organization operates on a membership model, where members volunteer their time both in performing and administrative roles. Rehearsals are held every Wednesday evening, and concerts are performed at various venues in Mississauga.

Financial Support

To support their activities, members volunteer at fundraising events, such as at the Rama Charitable Gaming House in Mississauga. These efforts help offset operational costs, including music director fees, music purchases, rehearsal space rentals, insurance, and theater rentals[4].

Community Engagement

The Mississauga Pops Concert Band is committed to community engagement, providing entertainment and cultural enrichment through their performances. They also strive to keep concert prices affordable, occasionally offering free events to promote music appreciation among local residents and visitors[4].