The North Oakland Concert Band(NOCB) directed by Annette Kline will present “American Voices”, a celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary through musical selections representing the very best of American patriotism, pride and inspiration. Among all the selections performed on Sunday, NOCB will present “Black Granite”, an homage to valor and courage of those served in Vietnam, “Motherless Child”, a second movement of the Spiritual Symphony, Morton Gould’s classic “American Salute”, and Aaron Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait” narrated by Tom Allport. Tom is a Retired Staff Sergeant from the United States Army Reserve Command Band who has and continues to spend his life leading and playing in Jazz Orchestra’s and Jazz Ensembles. American Voices is the first concert of NOCB’s 2026-2027 season where Annette Kline has spent 38yrs leading the band to bring audiences exciting, innovative and new programs. Please come to celebrate the sounds and stories of America through music that reflects the spirit, character, and diversity of our nation. For more information on the band, please go to nocb.org