Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service for Amersham
Amersham Band has been awarded The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. This is the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK and is equivalent to an MBE. Amersham Band organisation is one from a total of 244 local charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups to receive the prestigious award this year. It has been recognised for the incredible work of its volunteers who have helped to create a vibrant band, bringing brass music and opportunities to all within the heart of the community.
Band Chairman, Fred Harrison said, "Over the last few years, as we worked on our bandroom project, and subsequently in developing new bands and music opportunities. I have been amazed by the number of enthusiastic volunteers who stepped forward to help the band develop."
He added: "It is impossible to count everyone who has supported our many fundraising events and donated time, materials or money to help us create a class-leading brass music facility. There must be at least a thousand, and the award is a well-deserved recognition for everyone involved."
The band will receive their award from the Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire later this year and will also see two members invited to Buckingham Palace for a Garden Party next year.
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