A Stand for the Band

A Stand for the Band. , Developer: Albia Historic Preservation Board , Architect: Daniel R. Hunt , Contractor: Conley Construction, Inc. , The Albia community’s effort to create a new bandstand reminiscent of an early structure, attractive architecturally, and user-friendly, was begun in 1990. A substantial contribution was made by the Waldinger and Borg families in memory of the Teitle family, pioneer Albia merchants. This generous gift challenged community members and local philanthropists to action. Fundraisers included live music events and a municipal band was formed in anticipation of the new structure. The project was completed in 1995 with significant gifts from Rino and Ruth Della Vedova and the Robert T. Bates Foundation, and many Albia community members and friends who through their efforts and contributions made “A Stand for the Band”. , The 1994 and 1995 Albia Restoration Days celebrations promoted the construction of the new Bandstand on the Courthouse Lawn. To mark the effort Albia poet Pat King penned a tribute to the project, “Stand for the Band”. , Stand for the Band , Where does the band play? , In the street , In the gym , Wherever they can. , Let’s build a stand for the band., Where does the band play? , In parades, following our flag. , Hear the drums? , Here they come! , On your feet! , Get up out of your lawn chairs, people! , Let’s everyone stand for the band., Where does the band play? , At ball games, cheering them on in the cold. , On the stage, winning pride and prizes. , In our hearts, reminding all of us here , That we , our town , are one. , Let’s take a stand for the band. , , by Pat King