The Believers Concert Band is a church/community band formed under the auspices of the Gainesville First United Methodist Church.  The band was founded in 2002 by Dr. Lee Martin Sr. under the baton of Richard L. Petty.  The band has grown from five members to forty-five talented musicians.  The band’s distinguishing feature is its programming which combines popular and light classical music to appeal to the musical interests of a wide audience.  The Believers Concert Band is becoming a well respected musical ensemble that contributes to the community.