The Brass Band of the Western Reserve will present a free concert at First Presbyterian Church in Salem at 7 p.m. on Saturday. This concert will feature holiday music, and is open to the general public. For information, contact the church office at 330-337-9555. Formed in 1997, the Brass Band of the Western Reserve is an award-winning British-style brass band performing a wide variety of music at the highest possible standard of performance and, in so doing, creating an enjoyable experience for its audience. The band is able to perform impressively across a wide spectrum of emotions whether the music is quiet and delicate or strong and powerful. Led by conductor Jay Wardeska, the band presents an annual Concert Series at the Medina Performing Arts Center. Additionally, the band is delighted to accept many of the invitations it receives to perform at other locations, many of which are repeat bookings. Prestigious concert venues have included The Amphitheater, Chautauqua Institution, Hoover Auditorium, Lakeside Chautauqua and Severance Hall, Cleveland. (Submitted photo)