The musicians of the Ontario Chaffey Community Show Band and Leavitt Family are proud to present "Days of Valor," honoring our Veterans, on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held at Gardiner W. Spring Auditorium located on the campus of Chaffey High School at 1245 N. Euclid Ave. in Ontario. The Woodwind Celebration Ensemble will present a pre-concert recital in the auditorium lobby at 7:00 p.m. Complimentary coffee and cookies will be served in the lobby prior to the concert. The performance is FREE to the public.
The November concert features a repertoire of patriotic music to honor military veterans of the Unites States Armed Forces. The featured solo artist will be vocalist Brian Detwiler. Brian has performed numerous times over the years on Veteran's Day and Memorial Day celebrations. The program will also be highlighted by the participation of the Cadets of Chaffey High School Naval JrROTC under the leadership of Commander Kenneth Monfore, and VFW Honor Rifle Salute Teams 18 and 56.
The concert will be divided in two parts. Part One will be conducted by Show Band Assistant Director David Schaafsma and include an Invocation by Retired Pastor Gary Keith, the Presentation of Colors, the National Anthem, Posting of the Colors, a performance of each of the service songs, a 21-Gun Salute, Taps, and traditional flag-folding ceremony. Also included will be several patriotic selections.
Part Two will feature the talented musicians of the Show Band in a repertoire of patriotic music. The band will perform "Heritage of Freedom" and Leroy Anderson's "The Phantom Regiment." Brian Detwiler will sing "Battle Hymn of the Republic," and the concert will conclude with a performance of Carmen Dragon's famous "America the Beautiful."
The performance will be narrated by Christina Martinez, Principal of Chaffey High School, and Rob Van Riel.
Please be sure to join us in honoring our Veterans and do not forget to invite your family and friends!
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