The Great American Brass Band Festival is a one-of-a-kind event committed to preserving brass band music through performance and education. We pride ourselves on bringing the world’s best brass band music, FREE OF CHARGE, to historic downtown Danville, Kentucky. 2010 DATES: JUNE 10th-13th. We hope to see you there!
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- Food Vendor Information
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- History of GABBF
- Learn about this historical music festival. Visit www.gabbf.com.
The Events The premier events. For more, view the schedule.
Bourbon and Brass
Thursday, June 11th
Celebrate the evening with the unique tastes of Kentucky with the state's finest bourbons all while supporting the Great American Brass Band Festival.
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Friday, June 12th
The 2009 Band History Conference celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the GABBF and the close connection the Conference has had with the Festival. Sessions are designed to include lecture, film and performance from famous conductors, music historians and performers.
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Saturday, June 13th
The Great American Picnic is the highlight of the Great American Brass Band Festival. Picnic table patrons decorate their tables in elaborate and colorful themes, while many fans bring lawn chairs and settle in for an evening of brass music under the stars.
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Saturday, June 13th
The official kick off to a weekend of free concerts, the parade marches down Main Street Danville with bands, vintage cars, clowns, and local personalities.
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