The Alumni Band — Redesign Concept
Southern Maine · Est. 1989

Music That Brings the Community Together

The Alumni Band of Biddeford & Saco — adult musicians of all levels keeping live concert band music alive in Southern Maine.

35+ Years Together
Tue 6:30 Weekly Rehearsals
All Levels No Auditions
Upcoming Concert
Marcel Drapeau Scholarship Concert
📅 Tuesday, May 19th  ·  6:30 PM  ·  First Parish, Saco  ·  Free Admission
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Play With Us

Adult musicians 18+ of all skill levels welcome. No auditions. Tuesdays at GracePoint Church in Biddeford.

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Hear Us Live

Concerts, parades, and seasonal performances across the Biddeford–Saco area year-round.

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Support & Sponsor

Help fund music, equipment, and the annual Marcel "Mike" Drapeau Scholarship for young musicians.

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A Community Band Born from Passion

Founded in 1989 by Marcel "Mike" Drapeau, The Alumni Band brings together alumni, friends, and community musicians to share the joy of live concert band music across Southern Maine.

  • Promote community through live concert band music
  • Provide performance opportunities for adult musicians
  • Support music education and young musicians
  • Honor the legacy of our founder, Marcel "Mike" Drapeau

🎵 Weekly Rehearsals

Tuesdays · 6:30 PM

GracePoint Church · 329 South Street, Biddeford, ME

New members always welcome — bring your instrument and sit in!

The Alumni Band performing at an outdoor garden concert for the community

Upcoming Events

Join us at concerts, parades, and seasonal performances throughout Southern Maine.

May 19
Marcel Drapeau Scholarship Concert

🕡 6:30 PM

📍 First Parish, Saco, ME

Free Admission · Donations Welcome

Jun
La Kermesse Franco-Americaine Festival

📍 Biddeford, ME

Annual summer festival performance

Dec
Annual Christmas Concert

📍 Southern Maine venue

Our beloved holiday tradition

Marcel "Mike" Drapeau Scholarship

Each year, The Alumni Band awards a scholarship to a student musician planning to pursue music at a four-year college — honoring Mike's lifelong belief that music should be part of life long after graduation.

"Music should be part of life long after graduation."

Learn About the Scholarship

For Student Musicians

Eligible students can apply online. Application deadlines and requirements are on our scholarship page.

Open to graduating seniors planning to study music at a four-year college or university.

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Photos & Memories

Parades, concerts, Christmas performances — the moments that define The Alumni Band.

Support The Alumni Band

Your support keeps community music alive in Southern Maine — funding performances, equipment, and our scholarship program.

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Make a Donation

Individual donations of any size help us cover equipment, sheet music, performance costs, and more.

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Business Sponsorship

Partner with The Alumni Band to support community music and reach local audiences across Southern Maine.

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Buy a Song

Dedicate a piece at our concerts in honor of someone special. A unique way to celebrate and support the band.

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Spread the Word

Follow us on Facebook, share our events, and help grow our community of musicians and fans.

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Contact & Stay Connected

We'd love to hear from you

Whether you're interested in joining, booking the band, or sponsoring — reach out anytime.

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General Inquiries

info@thealumniband.com
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Band President

president@thealumniband.com
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Mailing Address

P.O. Box 701, Biddeford, ME 04005

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