Modern bands came in 1938. Chester J. Singer became the instructor
in the school system and soon took charge of the Community Band. This
band was involved in many competitive engagements in 1940 and through
the next fourteen years compiled an impressive record of success.
During the last four years of existence, this band was sponsored by
the local post of the American Legion. W. D. Weise was the only
marching instructor. This band made 300 appearances in parades,
concerts or contests. Ninety-seven were in Salisbury and 203 were out
of town. The band won 122 first prizes, 10 seconds, 2 thirds and
failed to win a prize only 14 times.
Salisbury Bands History page one.
Miller - Bender Ensemble.
