Ted says "Thank you" for all the thoughts, emails and especially all the prayers. The doctors were very pleased with the operation. They found only one node and removed it. He is now to rest the next couple of days and not speak for at least 4 days and the doctor says NO SINGING for two weeks.
Well, that is tough for Ted to take. We say follow the doctors orders. We don't want any future damage to that golden throat of yours. But Ted communicates that he will see what the doctors say on his follow up exam before the 3rd of July. He is hoping he can sing at least a couple of songs at the Blast of Brass in Fairfield.
I'm sure you all agree...we have enough material to give Ted a break for a couple of gigs. But we will leave that up to Ted and his doctor. I just thank God everything went well.
If you want to send any messages to Ted you can go to the end of this post and click on Comments and leave us all a comment for Ted. Or you can email him direct: Ted@BlueStoneIvory.com. Not being able to talk leaves him with not much to do. So he really enjoys all the emails. So bring them on.
Speaking of the Blast of Brass... Both groups, Second Wind and BlueStone Ivory are gearing up for the final two rehearsals. The two rhythm sections will be together tonight Wednesday to iron out the four songs we will be doing together. Then on Monday June 30th all 17 members from both entire groups plus the BSI crew will gather together to work through all the logistics of the set-up on performance day and run through the four songs together...just one last time.
This will be a show you will not want to miss. We are so psyched up about it we cannot stand it. Lee is a nervous wreck...this is his baby. It was his fantasy, turned to a dream becoming a reality. So be sure to mark your calendar for July 3rd. You will want to be at the Red, White and Kaboom. Fairfield Independence Day Fireworks Celebration at Village Green Park beginning at 6:15 with the Fairfield Idol finals, The Blast of Brass, Second Wind, more Fairfield Idol finals, BlueStone Ivory, another dose of Blast of Brass with the big finally and Rozzi Fireworks at 10:00 PM. WOW!!!
For our complete summer schedule, or to listen to samplings of BlueStone Ivory. To view our hundreds of photos from past gigs or to listen to BSI on the Gary Burbank show just go to www.BlueStoneIvory.com. If you are interested in booking BlueStone Ivory for a party, dance or wedding call Gary Rossignol. Phone 513-777-2402 or toll free 800-670-2402. email Gary@BlueStoneIvory.com.
It's a relief to know that Ted's recovering well. I've been in touch with him via emails and he's very prompt in replying. Even though he can't sing, those magic fingers can still play that guitar, I'm sure. I, for one, am looking forward to the first Blast of Brass concert in Fairfield. I have friends there and you can be sure that I've told them about the extravaganza! Looks like July is Lee's month to shine! With the Blast of Brass followed by Gary Puckett a couple of weeks later, he'll be in his glory! Way to go, Lee! See you all next week. Carol
Posted by: Carol Schilling | June 25, 2008 at 07:02 AM