HENRY P. VANDER LINDE BAND AWARDCongratulations to West Ottawa High School student Samuel Avendano, the 2018-19 Henry P. Vander Linde Award winner. Sam is an outstanding musician and student. He performs on Flute in the West Ottawa HS Band and Tuba in the Wind Symphony. He also plays Guitar in Jazz I where he is frequently featured as a soloist and piano in Jazz 2. Sam has a strong interest in pursuing music as a career and we believe he has great potential!
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Part of the Holland American Legion Band's mission is to encourage young musicians, even those who do not plan a career in music. In addition to offering this award each year to one individual who plans a career in music, we strongly encourage all high school and college students who are performing in school bands during the year to join us during the summer for our series of 10 weekly concerts in the Henry P. Vander Linde Band Shell in Kollen Park. We have an hour rehearsal each week prior to the concert, and perform in the park from 7:30-8:30 p.m. We also encourage post-graduates of any age who still play or are just getting back into the enjoyment of playing an instrument to consider making the Holland American Legion Band a part of their activities. Contact us and let us know of your interest!