Emigsville Band celebrates decades of making music for central Pennsylvania community [Video]

It is open to all amateur musicians who play a concert band instrument and want to perform in a relaxed, low-pressure environment.

“It provides an outlet for community musicians to have a place to call their home,” Michael Kirk, assistant director and public relations chair for The Emigsville Band, said. “We don’t turn anyone away. Time and time again, we hear stories about people who have left their clarinet on their shelf for decades, and they’re looking for an opportunity to play again. You could sit in with us and play one note, and we’re happy to have you in.”

Kirk says many of their members used to play an instrument in high school or haven’t played in decades and are itching to pick it up again.

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