Franklin Opera House is happy to offer a free concert with the Carter Mountain Brass Band, Sunday afternoon, October 8, at 2 PM.

The Carter Mountain Brass Band is modeled after both American and British brass bands of the 19th century. Brass bands became very popular in the late 19th century as mass production made instruments widely available and affordable. They could be found in almost any town or in factories that sponsored bands as a recreational outlet for their skilled workers.

The Carter Mountain Brass Band has 32 members who play brass or percussion instruments. The band members come from all walks of life. Although skilled musicians, they are not professionals in the sense that they make their living making music. Rather, they have joined together for the sheer love of playing brass music at a high level. Named for Carter Mountain in New Hampton, New Hampshire, this year-round band reflects the rich heritage of brass music from the 16th century through the 19th century and into the present day’s modern music.