3 Days

Well, its almost time to go home for a few days. I am ready for the week break. We had a nice early morning concert this morning at the Indy Symphony Concert Hall. My first morning performance. It went well and the theatre was packed as usual. We have another concert tonight from 8 - 10 pm. The band is sounding very good right now. The sax section continues to get tighter and tighter. It is so fun when everything is balanced and in tune. I am having so much fun right now. It has become a real joy to be in this band.

Larry (our leader) continues to sound great all of the time. What a sweet sound. The ride tenor(Scotty) just keeps getting better. He has to be one of the best ride tenor players in the country. He is fantastic. I'm surrounded by monsters. I love it.The second tenor(Damian) is really good too. He speaks more languages than should be allowed. The new bari player(Ian) is very good too. He is a great addition to the section. The second alto (Me) I'm hanging on for dear life. It has got a little easier for me. Actually its my favorite job ever.

We are all looking forward to going home this Sunday and Monday. I am flying from Chicago Sunday night to Little Rock. I will be home for a beautiful 8 days. That is the last break until December 23. YIKES!!!!! I will be headed for California and Oregon after this break.

By the way, I have to mention our trombone section. It is an honor to sit in front of trombones that sound that great as a section. Also our piano player Ron Mills. He is magnificent. Wonder musician in every way. His jazz arrangements are unbelievable. I highly suggest you purchase any he might be willing to sell.

Flat Stanley is doing well. He is ready for the trip home and looks forward to seeing all is class mates in Jan. 2010.