History
A Long-Established Tradition of Musical and Marching Excellence
We are a volunteer organization dedicated to preserving the traditions of the classic American marching band and its music. Members of the band come from all walks of life, varied professions and with an age range of mid-teens to the 80s.
Our band has celebrated many Pennsylvania State Championships and is always striving to achieve the excellence required to provide entertainment and achieve recognition in years to come. We have had the honor of performing numerous times at Heinz Field as guests of the Pittsburgh Steelers. We have also had the honor of performing on the steps of the US Capitol, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Capitol and at the World War II Memorial in Washington DC.
Awards
STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS:
Pennsylvania Firemen’s Convention:
1971, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021
Western PA Firemen’s Convention:
1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1965, 1971, 1972, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1978, 1980, 1981, 1983, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
NOTE: Kittanning hosted in ’64, ’68, ’73, ’77, and ’84 making the band ineligible to compete those years.
American Legion:
1965, 1966, 1967, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1976, 1977
V.F.W.:
1981, 1984, 1985
Kittanning Firemen’s Band Directors 1949-Present
Enrico Colonna 1949 – 1968
James McKelvey 1969
Samuel Sasala 1970 – 1973
Frank Seitham 1974 – 1976
Dennis Cramer 1977
Kevin Gibbons 1978 – 1979
Samuel Sasala 1981 – 1982
Robert Skummy 1983
Kevin Gibbons 1983 – 1995
Drew Fennell 1996 – 1999
Kevin Gibbons 1999 – 2000
Brook Wolfe 2001
Jason Cumberledge 2002 – 2003
Jason Krecota 2004 – 2012
Bill Nelson 2013
Drew Fennell 2014 – Present
Kittanning Firemen’s Band Roll of Honor
Remembering Those That Showed Exceptional Dedication to the Band and its Mission
William McGann – Founding Manager / Percussion 1949 – 1968
David Suckling – Founder / Trumpet 1949 – 1968
Enrico Colonna – Founding Director 1949 – 1968
James A. Wyant – Woodwind / Drum Major
James A. Colonna – Assistant Director / Trumpet
Chester Cunningham – Original Member / Bass Drum
William E. Steim – Band Manager / Percussion
Ronald Coleman – Clarinet
Samuel S. Sasala – Director / Woodwind
Clifford Neal – Band Manager / Percussion
Ralph E. Meyers – Alto Horn / Trumpet
Kevin Gibbons – Director / Trumpet
Derian Keefer – Drum Major / Piccolo
David Lindeman – Baritone / Drum Major
Dennis “Poker” Woyton – Color Guard Sergeant
Edwin Graham – Baritone
Dale Smith – Alto Saxophone / Board of Directors
Michael Daugherty – Trumpet / Board of Directors
Henry “Butch” Yasczak – Baritone
Manny Wolfe – Booking Agent / Trumpet
Drew Fennell – Director / Trumpet