BMR Jazz Band at the Millville Library Delights the Community
On July 23, the BMR Jazz Band at the Millville Library brought swing, soul, and small-town magic to the Millville Library’s front lot. With lively tunes, fresh lemonade, and homemade charm, the free concert brought about 30 attendees together on a beautiful summer afternoon.
The talented student musicians from Blackstone-Millville Regional High School showed off the same skill and energy that earned them a gold medal at the Massachusetts Association for Jazz Education’s competition earlier this year—officially ranking them among the best high school jazz bands in the state.
A First-Ever Student Performance at the Library
This was the first time the Millville Library had ever hosted a student music performance, and it won’t be the last.
Library Director Alyssa Thompson said the idea had been percolating for a while. “The Library Board of Trustees and I had been talking about how we’d love to offer a live concert to our patrons,” she explained.
The event came together thanks to Clover Maloney, a Junior Friends volunteer and a member of the BMR Jazz Band. Recognizing the group’s interest in performing again this summer, Clover suggested the idea to the library and handled much of the coordination herself—right down to bringing lemonade and donuts for guests to enjoy.
Organized by Students, Backed by Community
Once the date was set, Clover contacted band members to confirm availability and made sure everything ran smoothly. Though their usual director, Mr. Nicholas Marcotte, was unavailable that day, BMR’s Music Director Mr. Todd Shafer kindly stepped in to lead the performance and even transported all the gear—music stands, speakers, and drums—to the library.
From start to finish, the concert was a wonderful example of what happens when student initiative meets community support.
Photo Gallery: BMR Jazz Band at the Millville Library
We’ve captured highlights from the afternoon in our photo gallery below. From horn solos to smiling faces, these moments reflect just how special the BMR Jazz Band at the Millville Library truly was.
Photos courtesy of Timothy Ryan
More Community Events at the Millville Library
After the success of the BMR Jazz Band at the Millville Library, staff are excited to keep the momentum going with even more events that bring people together. Whether you’re into crafts, reading, or just looking for something fun to do with the family, the Millville Library has something for everyone coming up:
- August 2 at 11:00 AM – Build-Your-Own-Bear Workshop (nearly full!)
- August 18 at 6:00 PM – Fall Craft Night
- August 23 at 10:30 AM – Tie-Dye Party (celebrating the end of Summer Reading)
- August 28 at 6:00 PM – Book Club Meeting
More details will be posted soon on the Millville Public Library Facebook page and website.
Why Events Like This Matter
The BMR Jazz Band at the Millville Free Public Library isn’t just about music—it’s about community, celebration, and recognizing the hard work of our local students and educators. It’s these moments that remind us why we love living in towns like Millville.
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