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I totally forgot about Patrick...duh!! Jeff and his family were very welcoming to me at Spirit and that is the kind of people that they have in the Corpsvets. We really enjoyed ourselves and it those moments that make up a great summer of memories. Yes competing is great and exciting, but getting a chance to play with other groups when there is nothing to do...but PLAY LOUD....now that is fun. Alan....you are more than welcome. Glad that it all worked out so smoothly. We are definitely on for DCA. Take care everyone....travel safe and we will see you soon. Jimmy Steele Empire Co-Brass Caption Head

Hello all, On Tuesday of last week I e-mailed a longtime friend Alan Armstrong from the Corpsvets and asked if they would like to play Georgia with Empire in Hornell. Within 2 hours I had the arrangement (in Bb - thanks Jerry Kelsey for transposing the parts for us) and we were off and running. The corps played together during the retreat and it was quite a site to see 100 horns playing Georgia. Do not know how good it was...but it sure was loud. I had a mellophone player on one side of me that had 2 daughters in Spirit of JSU when I taught there in the early 2000's and also Hunter Moss and Clark Hunt close by who were staff and student when I was with Spirit. All in all, it will go down as a major highlight in my drum corps career. We plan to play again during finals weekend. Can't wait. Empire will learn their parts better in September...lol!! Thanks for the opportunity to do something special Corpsvets. Good luck with your season and travel safe. Jimmy Steele Co-Brass Caption Head - Empire Statesmen

Hey everyone, If you know of a school or drum corps that is interested in purchasing uniforms and wants to get a great deal, have them give me a call or send me an e-mail. Jimmy Steele - 585-317-9389 or jsteele@medinacsd.org Uniform includes: jacket with sash - dark blue jacket with some red - sash is silver metallic with red trim 2 pairs of pants - 1 white and 1 dark blue shako and plume There are 115 jackets and sashes 130 pairs of pants both colors 115 shakos and plumes School colors red and dark blue. Jim Steele - Brass Caption Head Empire Statesmen Assistant Band Director - Medina HS - NY

Hey everyone, If you know of a school or drum corps that is interested in purchasing uniforms and wants to get a great deal, have them give me a call or send me an e-mail. Jimmy Steele - 585-317-9389 or jsteele@medinacsd.org Uniform includes: jacket with sash - dark blue jacket with some red - sash is silver metallic with red trim 2 pairs of pants - 1 white and 1 dark blue shako and plume There are 115 jackets and sashes 130 pairs of pants both colors 115 shakos and plumes School colors red and dark blue. Jim Steele - Brass Caption Head Empire Statesmen Assistant Band Director - Medina HS - NY

Nick was my fathers professor at Hobart College in the 60's as well as a professor of me and my brother in the 80's. Nick was a great musician and musical mind. He was at the hospital when my brother was born in 1964 and was a big part of my families life in the 60's, 70's and 80's. I know that many of you would know him because of his drumcorps history...I knew him more because of writing of jazz and wind literature. His jazz charts were great...wish that he had more of them published....they need to be played again. He will be greatly missed. RIP Nick!! Jimmy Steele

Hey DA that would be great to see you at a rehearsal to play...or just listen...your ears are top notch....remember you are one hell of a horn man!!! Thanks for the kind words on the "Bb vs. G" topic. That meant alot to me. I will pay you later....lol!!! Merry Christmas, Jimmy Steele

Gordy, Who's the old guy you are referring too? Come on down and join us....you are always welcome. Jimmy Steele

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To all that have questions, All of the uniformed military, the firefighter and the police representative were actually members of those organizations. Hours of preparation went into finding and preparing these fine gentlemen to be part of our show. The Empire Statesmen show was to pay tribute to all members of the military, police and firefighters who so humbly give themselves for us so we can live in a safe and free country. I would personally like to thank all 6 gentlemen who volunteered their time to spend the weekend with the Empire Statesmen. It made the show come to life for the members of the corps and hopefully the audience as well. Myself as the brass caption head of the Empire Statesmen brass line would like to congratulate everyone on their seasons accomplishments. We all would love to be the named Champions (and the Bucs hold that title well and rightfully so)...but only one can be the named Champion. The rest of the corps are on task to make sure that their voice is heard loud and clear and that they represent themselves, their corps and the activity at the highest level possible. I think we all did that last night. Congrats and here is to 2010! Safe travels, Jimmy Steele - Brass Caption Head - Empire Statesmen

Mike, Great to have you in the line again this summer. I know that the horn is a bit smaller, but you are doing a great job. Looking for 1 more baritone to make the line full. Any interested baritone players please get ahold of me at 585-317-9389 or e-mail me at jsteele@medinacsd.org Jimmy Steele - Brass Caption Head - Empire Statesmen

Hey all, Well we had some interest this weekend and we had 2 solid baritone players join the hornline. Only have 1 baritone spot left to fill. If you are interested please contact me at 585-317-9389 or e-mail me at jsteele@medinacsd.org Looking forward to being full after....YOU....take our last baritone spot. Jimmy Steele - Empire Statesmen Brass Caption Head

Hey all, We have had over 1800 people read the post....there has to be 2 of you that play baritone and are looking for a place to march....lol!!! The corps will be at Tech Park - Rochester, NY this Saturday from 11-8 pm. Then at St. John Fisher College - Rochester, NY from 9-3 pm on Sunday. Would love to see a couple of baris pop in. Jimmy Steele - Empire Brass Caption Head

That's my by Dave!!! Agree with Dave wholeheartedly.....if you play Baritone and are getting the spring (almost summer) itch...give me a call at 585-317-9389 I would love to talk to you about marching. This summer is looking to be very exciting for DCA and the Empire Statesmen. I look forward to hearing from YOU!! Jimmy Steele - Brass Caption Head - Empire Statesmen

Chris, You are catching on!!!! Jimmy

Hey all, Great weekend and we would love to have "YOU" come and fill our baritone hole. A 3rd baritone hole so all levels of players are welcome. Don't need to be a lead player to march this spot. If interested please contact me at 585-317-9389 or e-mail me at jsteele@medinacsd.org By the way....there is no hype from us - we had a great weekend...just like everyone else.....I think Ryan is just excited that I haven't taken his 6A4A away yet....but I will....lol!!! Jimmy Steele - Empire Statesmen Brass Caption Head