Cal and I want to thank you so much for the generous Christmas gift and all of the wonderful well-wishes. We really enjoyed the fun Christmas message from all the different instruments at the Masonic Home Concert. It was so clever and funny. Thanks to Carrie for organising that.
Most of all, we want to thank you for allowing us to play, teach and learn with you these past several years. We are so proud of the musical growth you have made during this time. You have proven that making and performing music is for everyone. As Robert Shaw famously said, “Music is far too important to be left solely to professionals.”
Your willingness to keep coming to rehearsals and to keep improving your skills and musical expression is so inspiring. I hope you keep it up and bring others to join you in learning and making music.
Cal and I have enjoyed our time with you so much these past years. You haven’t seen the last of us! We will still be coming to rehearsal as often as we can as players and to catch up with our friends. I will continue to let you know when the Western Reserve Community Band will be performing, and we will hope to see you there. Maybe some of you will be confident enough with your playing that you will join us at some point.
Again, thank you for your welcome and your kindness these past seasons. We will look forward to watching you as you continue your musical journey. Enjoy the rest of your holiday season and have a wonderful New Year.
Bev and Cal O’Connor
New Horizons Band of Summit and Stark Counties
Providing Life Enrichment Through Embracing Music