Welcome to the Sequim City Band

To perform, promote, and preserve symphonic band music

Photo is taken at a 4th of July concert by the Sequim City Band on stage at the James Center for the Performing Arts.  The photo shows the large audience seated on the lawn in front of the stage on a sunny Sequim day.
Tyler Benedict directs the band. Photo taken shows horn music and the saxophone section.  Sequim City Band is in concert at the Sequim High School Auditorium.

Upcoming Events:

Join the Sequim City Band on Sunday, November 1 at 2:00 PM at the Port Angeles Performing Arts Center – 304 E Park Avenue in Port Angeles for Mystery, Lore, and Wonder, the first of three indoor concerts in our 2026–2027 season.

The program explores music inspired by mystery, legends, and stories, including Julie Giroux’s Mystery on Mena Mountain, Ralph Vaughan Williams’ English Folk Song Suite, The Man in the Ice, and music from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring as we celebrate the film’s 25th anniversary.

We’re also excited to present the world premiere of Tarantella Infernale by local composer and musician Vincent Oneppo, along with Danse Bohémien featuring SCB percussionist Cheryl Mingee, Autumn Leaves, and Sousa’s Nobles of the Mystic Shrine.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome!


You’re Invited to Our 2026/27 Indoor Concert Season — Exploring “Wonder”!



TubaChristmas Returns to the Olympic Peninsula

Now in its 53rd year, TubaChristmas® brings together more than 300 communities worldwide. We are excited to continue this tradition and invite all musicians who play tuba, sousaphone, serpent, ophicleide, baritone, euphonium, or any low-brass conical instrument to gather as a festive tuba choir and share holiday music with the public in a free community performance.

Registration fees, merchandise payments, and donations supporting youth participation can be submitted at https://givebutter.com/2026-tubachristmas-port-angeles

Donations will be used for youth participation—$50 donation supports a single student.

This year’s celebration is coordinated by Tyler Benedict—tubist with the Port Angeles Symphony Orchestra and Music Director of the Sequim City Band. Dr. Ken Bergevin returns as conductor.

SCHEDULE – SATURDAY DECEMBER 19, 2026

  • 9AM – Registration & Check-in
  • 10AM – Rehearsal
  • Noon – FREE Public Performance

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We Were Busy in July:


It Was a Smashing Success!

The performing bands brought the joy of live concert band music to the Olympic Peninsula for a wonderful summertime music festival!!

Five community bands joined the Sequim City Band in performing free public concerts at the James Center for the Performing Arts and at the 7 Cedars Hotel & Casino – July 24-25, 2026.

Thank you to the following granting organizations for making the 2026 Association of Concert Bands Regional Connections event a success!


A BIG thank you to all our golfers and sponsors for making our 2nd Annual Birdies FORE the Band a success!!

This event supported the Sequim City Band—bringing live music, youth education, and community concerts to the Olympic Peninsula.

Thank you to our 2026 “Hole in One” Sponsor –
Salish Trails RV Park and Campground!

Thanks of our other major sponsor – The Motokane Family

Thank you to all of our Hole Sponsors

In the near future, we will begin our plans for 2027 Birdies FORE the Band.


Honored Recipient of a Washington State 2023 Governor’s Arts & Heritage Award