Emmy award winners announced

The Band of the U.S. Air Force Reserve's 2009 Holiday Notes From Home was nominated for a regional Emmy Award by the Nashville/Midsouth Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Science. Although the band did not win, it marks the first time an Air Force military band has been nomiated for such a prestigious award. (U.S. Air Force File photo/Ken Hackman)

Band of AF Reserve bids for an Emmy in Nashville

Published Feb. 15, 2011

NASHVILLE, Tenn -- The Band of the U.S. Air Force Reserve's 2009 Holiday Notes From Home television production was a top four finalist in the regional Emmy Awards announced here Jan. 29, 2011.

The band's performance wasn't the top choice selected by the Nashville/Midsouth Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Science, however, it marks the first time an Air Force military band has been nominated for such a prestigious award. Click here for a video news story on the award ceremony.