This is the first event on the band's calendar as they gear up to celebrate their 20th anniversary in November. The band was started by pianist Jeffrey Richardson, saxophonist Raymond Benjamin and singer Rosemary Marsham-Hodge; in 20 years it has since grown into a full ensemble consisting of 14 members, 6 singers and 8 musicians.
The first event will be a mini concert where music will provided by the band and various other local gospel artists. Guest singers include Dion Gumbs, Adrian Scott, Donovan Froston, Laundry Piper & group, Shabbah's djembe group and many others. The highlight of the evening will be individual performances by the Methodist church ministers from the St. Martin/St. Maarten circuit.
Admission is free and a variety of local savory soups will be on sale along with fish cakes and Johnny cakes for a small fee ranging from $4-$6. Tickets for the soups can be purchased at the Methodist Church Resource Center in Philipsburg and also from the members of the band.
The Harmonics are therefore extending a warm invitation to the public to come out and enjoy an evening of delicious dining, singing, fellowship, fun and laughter. The funds raised will go towards the purchase of new instruments for the band.