City Music Programs

Baltimore City Code art. 18, div. IV, subtit. 17

in effect

Baltimore City Code, Article 18, § 17-1 In general.

§ 17-1. In general. The Department of Recreation and Parks is hereby authorized to provide concerts, symphonies, and other musical entertainment for the people of Baltimore City, to the end that a proper appreciation of music may be developed and encouraged and that an opportunity may be afforded the residents of Baltimore City with musical talent to develop the same. (Ord. 42-701.)

Baltimore City Code, Article 18, § 17-2 Arrangements and contracts.

§ 17-2. Arrangements and contracts. (a) In general. (1) Within the limits of the appropriations made therefor in the Annual Ordinance of Estimates, the Department is hereby authorized and empowered to make any and all arrangements it may deem necessary for its concerts, symphonies, and musical entertainments and for the proper operation of said Departments, including, but not limited to: (i) the entering into of contracts with a Director of Music, a Personnel Manager, and such Conductors as it may deem expedient in connection with the musical activities of the Department; and (ii) the entering into of contracts with musicians, singers, musical entertainers, and such other persons as it may deem necessary for the proper operation of the Department. (2) The said Department is also authorized and empowered to hire halls, auditoriums, and other places suitable for the conduct of the activities of the Department. (b) Residential preference. In contracting with any musician, singer, or other musical entertainer, the Department shall give preference to persons residing in Baltimore City, if qualified to perform the desired services. (Ord. 42-701.)

Baltimore City Code, Article 18, § 17-3 Admission fees.

§ 17-3. Admission fees. The Department is hereby authorized and empowered to charge and collect admission fees for concerts, symphonies, and other musical activities given or sponsored by it. (Ord. 42-701.)

Baltimore City Code, Article 18, § 17-4 Administration.

§ 17-4. Administration. (a) Records; rules and regulations. The Department: (1) shall keep a minute book and other records of its proceedings; and (2) shall have power to adopt and enforce rules and regulations for the management of the Department and the activities conducted by it. (b) Voting by Board. A majority of the Board of Recreation and Parks shall constitute a sufficient quorum for the transaction of business. (Ord. 42-701.)

Baltimore City Code, Article 18, §§ 17-5 to 7-10 {Reserved}

Baltimore City Code, Article 18, § 17-11 Using name “Municipal Band”, etc.

§ 17-11. Using name “Municipal Band”, etc. (a) Prohibited conduct. No person, association, or corporation shall hereafter give any musical concert or performance within the City of Baltimore under the name or title: (1) “Municipal Band”; (2) “Baltimore Band”; (3) “City Band”; (4) “Baltimore Symphony Orchestra”; or (5) any similar title which would give the impression that the concert, symphony, or musical performance was being given by or under the auspices of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore. (b) Penalties. Any person, association, or corporation violating this section shall be subject to a fine of not less than $5 nor more than $100, to be imposed and collected as other penalties imposed by ordinance. (Ord. 18-324.)

Source: City of Baltimore Department of Legislative Reference, City of Baltimore Law Library (codes.baltimorecity.gov; Open Law Library bulk XML)URL: https://codes.baltimorecity.gov/us/md/cities/baltimore/code/18/IV/17Fetched: 10/25/2026