City Of Long Beach:Long Beach Dedicates Section Of Marine Stadium To Former Municipal Band Conductor Larry Curtis

Press release from the City of Long Beach:

10/21/2021

Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM)

Conductor Larry Curtis Concert Park is being dedicated with a sign unveiling and Dixieland-style performance by some of the band’s members at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 30, at 5255 Paoli Way, where the Municipal Band regularly plays during the summer months. Following an item brought forth by Councilwoman Suzie Price and approved by the City Council at large, the naming recognizes Curtis’s legacy as the leader of the Municipal Band for 27 years, conducting more than 700 concerts. Curtis died last year at age 82. His son, Kurt Curtis, is now the band’s conductor. 

“I was so glad to be able to introduce the naming of this park after Larry Curtis,” Price said. “He infused so much joy and fun and enthusiasm into the community over his 27 years and 700 concerts as conductor of the Muni Band, that adding his name to this park space is the perfect way to memorialize him. Additionally, the amazing community support and love felt for Larry has made this naming a truly community driven effort. I look forward to attending future Muni Band concerts held at the beautiful Conductor Larry Curtis Concert Park.”

For more information regarding the dedication ceremony, contact the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine at 562.570.3150. 

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About Long Beach Parks, Recreation and MarineLong Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine Department (PRM) is recognized for excellence in management practices and programs, having received the National Parks and Recreation Association Gold Medal Award four times. PRM provides leisure programs and services to residents and visitors, which improve quality of life in Long Beach. PRM maintains 169 parks with 26 community centers, 320 acres of open space, and 6.1 miles of beaches; implements the City's Open Space Plan, provides recreational opportunities to meet diverse community needs, maintains public marinas, and provides for public safety and the humane treatment of animals. 

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