Haven't seen this posted yet...
The President's Own, U.S. Marine Band tours the Southeast this next month. States included are: Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Virginia. For schedule and ticket information, see this link:
National Tour Itinerary
"The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band fall tour
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Rick F
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"The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band fall tour
Miraphone 5050 - Warburton BJ/RF mpc
YEP-641S (recently sold), DE mpc (102 rim; I-cup; I-9 shank)
Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches:
"Always play with a good tone, never louder than lovely, never softer than supported." - author unknown.
YEP-641S (recently sold), DE mpc (102 rim; I-cup; I-9 shank)
Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches:
"Always play with a good tone, never louder than lovely, never softer than supported." - author unknown.
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Cameron Gates
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Re: "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band fall tour
Rick F wrote:Haven't seen this posted yet...
The President's Own, U.S. Marine Band tours the Southeast this next month. States included are: Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Virginia. For schedule and ticket information, see this link:
National Tour Itinerary
Hey Rick, did you make it to Boca?
GO DUCKS
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Rick F
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Re: "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band fall tour
Hi Cameron,
Yes I did! You guys sounded great as usual. Good program too. I don't remember ever playing Sousa's march, "The Picadore". Good march (nice counter melody for the euphs). You had some nice solo licks Cameron. Kudos to you! I was sitting pretty far back (2400 seat auditorium) in the front row of what I would call the mezzanine section behind the light control / recording section. The band's balance was excellent. The low brass had a great sound. Only 3 tenor T-bones and one bass T-bone... good sound!
While we were waiting for the concert to start, I noticed 'Holst' listed in the program and thought... "Oh good, they're playing a Holst suite. Oops... no, this is different". This was "Prelude & Scherzo, Hammersmith Opus 52". A more contemporary piece. I liked it, but I heard a couple behind me (~80 year olds) say they didn't care for it too much. Your moderator and vocal soloist, SSgt Sara Dell 'Omo did a great job as well. The crowd loved her singing of the "Sentimental Journey" piece (arr. by SSgt Ryan Nowlin).
At intermission I noticed MGySgt Phil Franke signing autographs for students at the front of the stage so I worked my way up to try to say hello. I had heard a rumor that he had already retired so was surprised to see him there. I asked him about that and he said not yet, but in April. I think he's already served 30 years. I know you guys have already hired Hiram Diaz a few months ago for euph.
Great job by a great band! Thanks for the memories.
Yes I did! You guys sounded great as usual. Good program too. I don't remember ever playing Sousa's march, "The Picadore". Good march (nice counter melody for the euphs). You had some nice solo licks Cameron. Kudos to you! I was sitting pretty far back (2400 seat auditorium) in the front row of what I would call the mezzanine section behind the light control / recording section. The band's balance was excellent. The low brass had a great sound. Only 3 tenor T-bones and one bass T-bone... good sound!
While we were waiting for the concert to start, I noticed 'Holst' listed in the program and thought... "Oh good, they're playing a Holst suite. Oops... no, this is different". This was "Prelude & Scherzo, Hammersmith Opus 52". A more contemporary piece. I liked it, but I heard a couple behind me (~80 year olds) say they didn't care for it too much. Your moderator and vocal soloist, SSgt Sara Dell 'Omo did a great job as well. The crowd loved her singing of the "Sentimental Journey" piece (arr. by SSgt Ryan Nowlin).
At intermission I noticed MGySgt Phil Franke signing autographs for students at the front of the stage so I worked my way up to try to say hello. I had heard a rumor that he had already retired so was surprised to see him there. I asked him about that and he said not yet, but in April. I think he's already served 30 years. I know you guys have already hired Hiram Diaz a few months ago for euph.
Great job by a great band! Thanks for the memories.
Miraphone 5050 - Warburton BJ/RF mpc
YEP-641S (recently sold), DE mpc (102 rim; I-cup; I-9 shank)
Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches:
"Always play with a good tone, never louder than lovely, never softer than supported." - author unknown.
YEP-641S (recently sold), DE mpc (102 rim; I-cup; I-9 shank)
Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches:
"Always play with a good tone, never louder than lovely, never softer than supported." - author unknown.
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The Jackson
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Re: "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band fall tour
I caught you all last night at University of Miami! Many thanks for the excellent, excellent work. I really enjoyed myself. 