The purpose of this review of literature was to synthesize findings of studies investigating community bands. This review of literature centers on research that has been conducted on community bands in status studies, historical/cultural studies, pedagogical studies, health and wellness studies, and intergenerational studies. The last section of the review proposes ideas for future research, including stories that move beyond status studies to make interdisciplinary connections, and pedagogical investigations that lead to healthy music making for community band members.