Illinois Valley Festival Of Bands Celebrates 50 years

Day 50 - Every year for the past 50 years, bands from 3 area middle schools join together for a concert. This year, Nathanael's band director recognized the event with a list of very interesting statistics and recognitions. She acknowledged past participants of the festival including parents and siblings of current band members. She recognized past directors and families who have had numerous participants and directors. It was very interesting to see how some area families have become an integral part of music education in these 3 schools.