Hillsboro band pays tribute to former director
To the Editor:
As many know, Connie Willis has retired from her service at the Hillsboro Senior Center. She and her husband are moving to Wichita. Before they do, I would like to take a moment to make a tribute to Harold Willis, her husband.
Harold Willis ended his long and distinguished career as a band director here in Hillsboro in 1995. He came to Hillsboro in 1985, from Pierce, Neb. His teaching career began in 1958.
We in the Hillsboro band would like to recognize the achievements he made while he was here. Not only did the band receive I ratings at state band contest most of the years he was here, they were selected to play for the state music convention in Wichita in 1988. Also during his tenure, he was involved in the building of the new band room and entire fine arts facility. He also oversaw the purchase of much of the standard band literature that we have.
After many years we feel we are just beginning to approach some of what was accomplished during his time here. On behalf of the Hillsboro band and many in the community who sat under Harold Willis, we want to say thank you for the impact you have bade on our band and our community.
Hillsboro Trojan Band
