Who We Are
The Craven Community Concert Band is a volunteer ensemble made up of musicians from across Craven County and the surrounding area. Our members bring together a wide range of musical backgrounds and experience levels with one shared goal: making music and sharing it with the community.
CCCB performs throughout the year and continues the long tradition of community band music in Eastern North Carolina.
Meet the Director
Mitchell “Mitch” Martin is a retired United States Marine, accomplished musician, educator, and longtime director of the Craven Community Concert Band.
Mitch first served as director of CCCB during the 2008–2009 season while serving in the Marine Corps. Following a military transfer, he returned to the area after retirement and resumed leadership of the band in September 2015.
An experienced trumpet player and instructor, Mitch has devoted much of his career to music education, military service, and supporting the Eastern North Carolina community. For the past 13 years, Mitch has worked in higher education, including service at Craven Community College supporting military-connected and other students. Mitch is currently the Enrollment Services Director at the MCAS Cherry Point Campus of Park University.
Under his direction, CCCB continues to bring musicians of all ages and experience levels together through performance, mentorship, and a shared love of music.
Our Story
Since 2000, the Craven Community Concert Band has provided musicians with an opportunity to perform together while presenting concerts for audiences throughout the community.