50 Over Fifty Award Winner: Alison Patton | The Westerly BandCo-presented by our sponsors: The road to success starts with The Valenti Family of Dealerships and visibility along the way is being accelerated by 321 Media!For more than twenty-five years, Alison Patton has proudly served as Director of the historic Westerly Band, one of the oldest civic bands in the country. Founded over 160 years ago, the Westerly Band has delighted audiences near and far with its vibrant performances and diverse repertoire. Under Alison’s dedicated leadership, this rare adult marching and concert band—composed of more than 40 members ranging in age from teenagers to those in their 90s—continues to flourish. She has led the group through numerous concerts and parades, including the annual Garden Market Fair Concert, Children’s Concert, Mystic River Concert, and beloved local events such as the Memorial Day, Columbus Day, and Veterans Day parades. Alison’s enthusiasm and commitment have helped preserve the band’s long-standing tradition while ensuring its music remains engaging and relevant to today’s audiences.Beyond her work with the band, Alison has been a teacher at Westerly Preschool (the Little Apple School) since 1987, where she combines music and early childhood education to create a joyful, creative environment for young learners. She is also deeply involved at Christ Church, where she sings in the choir and serves as both Director of Children’s Ministries and Director of Vacation Bible School. Each summer, she volunteers at the Chorus of Westerly’s children’s camp, helping to mentor and inspire the next generation of musicians.Through her teaching, leadership, and lifelong love of music, Alison Patton continues to enrich the Westerly community in countless ways.www.oceanchamber.orgwww.32onemedia.com

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