Guiding Our Mission
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Collaborative Biostatistician in Public Health
"Being in the presence of joy cultivates life-affirming hope. I experienced this profound joy while attending my first MHFB performance, and continue to feel it in every rehearsal, every concert, every parade, and every moment shared with my chosen band family. My heartfelt desire is to create musical opportunities where you can share in the love and pride of our community, too. We choose to create joy because our hope will never be silent."
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Retired
"MHFB has allowed me the opportunity to continue my musical journey. As a member of the leadership team, I hope to share the excitement of being part of a community band."
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Communications Professional
"Playing trumpet guided me to lifelong friends, the power of the performing arts, and freedoms previously unknown. I want longevity for MHFB so that future musicians can benefit the same way I have."
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Underwriting Representative
"I always walk out of rehearsals in a better mood than when I walked in, and I am excited to contribute to the Board and the band so we can continue to grow as an organization and foster a welcoming community, both within band and for our audiences and beyond."
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Sr. Analyst for USAC Data
"In these challenging times MHFB is my refuge. When I am sad, depressed, angry with the world today, going to rehearsal lifts my spirits and restores my soul. Our leadership is a source of inspiration, a unifying force, bringing people together through music, fostering a sense of community, using music to show the world our shared humanity."
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Registered Veterinary Technician, Certified Companion Animal Therapist
"MHFB means family. The mission of this organization is important now more than ever, and to help reach as many youth members who need a safe space with music being a common ground."
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Substitute Teacher
"I have called the MHFB Family since 1994. I've been in a Leadership role in the past; but wanted to rejoin the Leadership to try and provide something that the group can use for a lifetime."
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Affordable Homeownership Manager and Realtor
"MHFB is a wonderfully inclusive community of not just all identities, but also all musical abilities. I am excited to serve in a leadership role to continue the band's fantastic legacy, bring in a new perspective, and do my part."
