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Xandandl: That's brilliant! I think I just found multiple ways to contact her. Thanks for the tip!

Hi Ghost. I sent a message to Michael Bouchard of that site earlier. But I see the site hasn't been updated in years so I don't know if anyone will ever get back to me from 27thlancers.org. :-(

Hi guys. I wish I had the legacy set of DVDs and a red set of drums! I was friends with Rick Hagey, who passed away a few years ago. Back when we were both in the Bridgemen Alumni, he offered me his '94 uniform. It felt wrong to accept his offer since I was never a member of 2-7. Now all these years later, I wish I'd accepted his offer. #### IT, how shortsighted of me! Do you know anyone who still has their 2-7 uni that you can contact?

I’m working on illustrations for an animation that's a self promo. I have some scenes planned out, a series of comical skits, that take place in England. I want a parade unit to walk by and I want that unit to be the 27th Lancers. England + 27th Lancers = perfect together! To pull this off, I’d need a few seconds of film of someone in a 2-7 uniform walking (with the roll step technique) holding a soprano/trumpet or mellophone. But he or she needs to be filmed at a particular angle (a "three quarter" view) to fit the scene. I'd like to feature the 1980ish hornline uniform or the 1994 Reunion uni. Please reply to help me recreate 2-7 playing “Crown Imperial” in my animation! Jim Reilly Brooklyn, New York

:tongue: Everyone? A nice "golf clap" for Marwan please? Every so often, he earns his keep.

So what show highlights do yous yellow-coaters have in store for us? I've yet to make it into Bayonne to get a sneak peek at this year's show!

Happy Memorial Day weekend everyone! Make the most of your practice schedule and parades. And remember to make June 14th a fun night out in Bayonne, NJ!

Tournament of Stars is just 4 weeks away. There's nothing like opening the season in Bayonne!

How'd the opener ("Shaft") sound? Jerome needs to pay off George to have chicks dance around him as he plays the solo!

True dat. A second-generation Bridgemen knows the details! The Bridgemen have gone through several incarnations through the years, but have always had a wicked commitment to entertaining audiences.

George means that the St. Andrews Bridgemen wore Selden's uniform style from 1968-1975! Well... minus 1970. $1 to Mary Cerreta for the history lesson! I'm looking forward to Tournament of Stars in 7 weeks. What a GREAT line-up of corps and a chance to see my buds in Bayonne!

Thanks for all the kind words. It means a lot to us that 27th Lancers alumni and fans love our tribute to 2-7. I was a big fan of the Lancers before I ever wore a yellow coat. It was a privelege to get a piece of the action on "Danny Boy," a drum corps classic. George Bonfiglio has a big heart and went out of his way to help the activity. Back in 1981, Bobby Hoffman told us that 2-7 had loaned us money so we could host our "Tournament of Stars" home show at the level we wanted. George is a class act and I'm happy he also got to relive his glory days with our show! Photo courtesy of John Nadrowski's Bridgemen Tribute Site.

The Bridgemen are staying at the Ocean View Motel. The view of the ocean IS gorgeous. We're practicing in a section of Maxwell Field (located at 4000 Park Blvd, Wildwood, NJ) from 12 - 4:30. Hope to see you there!

The stands are right up close to the performers, allowing for a more intimate connection between audience and performer. And Wildwood spectators sure know how to make the Bridgemen feel welcome! Can't wait to play for such an appreciative audience again this weekend.

Go euphoniums! Hey.... bad publicity is still publicity! Pictured: lead baritones (euphoniums) take a "5 yard penalty" from George "The Referee" Ruse for a "false start." Pictured: Sopranos showing off during "Ritual Fire Dance." Pictured: Snares laying down some wicked rhythms during "My Favorite Things." Pictured: "Elderly" Bridgemen need walkers to pull off the "Bottle Dance." Pictured: Flags show off their groove during "In The Stone." Bridgemen photos courtesy of John Nadrowski's Bridgemen Tribute Site, where you can find more great photos of rehearsals and performances.