Band director says thanks
February 14, 2000

To the editor:
     Where does one begin - and there is no end for "thank you's."
     It has been a great return to be recycled - I can't believe what has happened since last September.
     The credit goes to the people and students of Accomack County.
     I never dreamed it could happen the way it has.  The older players, "products of the Accomack school system," and now a new crop of musicians just coming in the program.
     Concerts we have played and more to come and yes, parades, and concerts in the parks.  Where do we want their endeavor to reach to?
     Bringing this together in a revitalized music program can only help all of us.
     The donations, cards and letters that I have received have been very gratifying, knowing that the citizens want the band to regain its once great prominence.
     To Bill Sterling, Ted Shockley and the staff for bringing the information to the people.  The Eastern Shore News supported the Accomack County Recreation Band and Flag Corps, and now the Accomack Community Band.
     A short report:  Monies have been used to purchase a tuba, marching drums, clarinets, flutes, French horns, baritone horn; and yes, people are donating instruments to the Accomack Community Band.
     Thanks, and keep supporting the work of the people and we will support the community.

David Steelman
Accomack Community Band