London Concert Band Robert Kennedy Award
The London Concert Band is proud to offer the London Concert Band Robert Kennedy Award. This award supports and encourages youth participation in community music and recognizes students who demonstrate a strong commitment to musical engagement and growth. Through this initiative, the band aims to foster the next generation of community musicians and promote lifelong involvement in the arts.
About the London Concert Band Robert Kennedy Award:
The LCB Robert Kennedy Award recipient will be invited to join the London Concert Band for one concert term, rehearsing and performing alongside our musicians in a welcoming and supportive musical environment. In addition to receiving a cash prize of $200, students will also have the optional opportunity to perform as a soloist/feature in one of the concert selections.
Beyond the performance experience itself, this award is designed to encourage growth, mentorship, and community connection through music. The recipient will have the chance to learn from dedicated musicians with many years of ensemble and performance experience, gain confidence in a new musical setting, and become part of the broader London music community.
Rehearsals take place on Tuesday nights from March-May from 7:15 - 9:30 pm at A.B Lucas Secondary School.
About Robert Kennedy:
During his 20 years as Music Director of the London Concert Band, Bob played a transformative role in shaping the ensemble into the respected and vibrant community band it is today. Through his leadership, musicianship, and dedication, he inspired generations of community musicians while bringing memorable performances and musical experiences to thousands of audience members across London and the surrounding area. Bob continues to perform with the band as a clarinetist, remaining an important part of the LCB community.
A retired vocal and instrumental music teacher and church choir director with more than 30 years of experience, Bob holds an Honours Bachelor of Music from Western University, along with Master’s credits in vocal pedagogy from Princeton University. He has adjudicated music festivals in Dundas, London, and Sarnia, and enjoyed working as a clinician for high school band retreats. Outside of music, Bob enjoys creative woodworking and golfing.