the boys in the band

Another day, and the phone calls begin in earnest.

Trumpet -- Dave Spencer called back and has decided to pass for personal reasons; so I called Rob Parton (CSO, Maynard Ferguson, Doc Severenson, Tony Bennett), and he said if he didn't call me back soon, then he was good to go. Its been several hours, so I assume no news is good news. One more down!

Trombone -- unfortunately, Rob Lustrea left a message -- he can't find a sub for his theater gig, so he's had to pass. I'm now 4-deep in trombone rejections, but I put a call in to Tim Coffman (Frank Sinatra, Natalie Cole, Randy Brecker). Turns out Tim can make the date. I've got a BAND!!!!

Now all I have to do is finish the charts...