The Chatham Concert Band shows off their new uniforms at a recent concert.
In the band’s 96-year history, this marked the first time the band has not worn its traditional red jackets.
Band officials said a donation from an anonymous donor allowed them to upgrade their attire, and Ford & McIntyre in Blenheim did the tailoring for the black jackets and white shirts.
This isn’t the first time the band has changed uniforms. Before the 1960s, the band was known as the Chatham Kiltie Band and members wore kilts with their red jackets.
The band members will still wear red shirts for their Summer Concert Series.
