Gale Waterland Scott

September 5, 1947 to June 11, 2022

In September 1982 Gale Waterland Scott was selected as the permanent conductor of the Naples Concert Band, a position she held for the next 20 years.  Under Gale’s leadership, the band performed more challenging music and instituted auditions to create a more cohesive group.  She brought in many guest soloists and conductors for the band members and audience to enjoy.  Gale was a key member of a small group who spearheaded fundraising efforts for the Cambier Park Band Shell.  She worked with the City of Naples and other community members to accomplish the construction of the original band shell in 1987 and the renovation in 2001. Long-time band and audience members will fondly remember Gale’s whole-hearted dedication to the Naples Concert Band.