District 99 welcomed back John Svoboda, Orchestra Director from 1950 - 1977, at the Spring Orchestra Concert held Thursday, May 24, 2007. Mr. Svoboda, and his wife Doris - now residents of Naples, Florida - are visiting their children and grandchildren this week. Mr. Svoboda was honored at the District 99 concert, and will guest conduct at the Herrick Middle School Orchestra concert on Wednesday, May 30th.