The Mystic Order of Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm, whose subordinate bodies are the Grottoes, is an organization by and for Master Masons. While in no way connected with Masonry proper, its membership is restricted absolutely and exclusively to Master Masons in good standing. Although it is primarily an organization for good wholesome fun and frolic, it also has its serious side. Its slogan is GOOD FELLOWSHIP, and in contact with our fellowman, this principle is exemplified to a marked degree.

For some years prior to 1889, several members of Hamilton Lodge N0. 120, F.& A.M., at Hamilton, New York, sought relaxation from the sterner duties of life by holding occasional informal meetings for fun and good fellowship. The chief spirit in the fun was LeRoy Fairchild, and in the summer of 1889, he and a devoted band of followers discovered the Enchanted Realm in which, upon entering with song and laughter, they and their successors have found a rich heritage. The first meeting of this organization was held on the 10th day of September, 1889. It was decided at this meeting that the membership of the organization should be confined to Master Masons in good standing.

News clip from the local paper

• first a full day at the Engine Plant in Cleveland,
• then off to Whirlpool's party in Green Springs,
• than Vermilion for a rehearsal and finally,
• back home in Amherst to pass out...               

It's the busy time of the year for our bands.  Tonight the Dana Dorsey band played for the good folks in Bellevue Ohio.  We were under a big top tent.  It was nice to be out of the sun.  But it was like an oven.  Not only was the temp hot...  But the band was hot to boot...  

We must of done good, they were asking for autographs as we left the stage...

We're still missing are lead vocalist (Don Harlin), but Dana is doing a good job stepping in.  In case you don't know, Dana's the man with the bone...

Hot off the press, just added a photo album for Dana's Big Band.  

Hollywood Nights...  Just got home from playing with Dana Dorsey and the Blue Notes.  We did a gig at the Western Reserve High School.  Now, here's a great example of today's young doing good.  So offen its only the bad that is recognized.

These kids put on a dinner dance for the local seniors.  They cooked, decorated, had awards and finally, crowned a prom king & queen.  All had a fine time.  Did my heart good to see young and old on the dance floor doing the hokey pokey and the chicken dance.  Plus, the old time sounds of "In The Mood" and "Moon Light Serenade".

You know, thats why I love playing.  To be part of a beautiful night with beautiful people.

Dana Dorsey and the Blue Notes will be playing this Saturday at the Western Reserve High School.  This will be for a retirement party.  I'm sure we'll do very well.  Bob from the Wind Jammers will be filling in.

This was the first time I played with Dana's combo.  Piano, Bass, Drums, Bone, Alto and me on Tenor, Clarinet & Flute.  It was loose.  Played out of a "bible" with just head arrangements.  The Alto man did a nice job. He's been doing it for years, all up in his head.

I did one really stupid thing.  Left one of my boxes behind.  Didn't realize it right away.  Went back to check it out, no luck.  I lost two mics and a bunch of cords.  There goes all the money I made on this gig...

We had a good time (Dana Dorsey & The Blue Notes), playing for the guys & gals at the Ohio Vet Home in Sandusky.  We played alot of the old Big Band favorites: In The mood, String Of Pearls, Star Dust....  Even had one of the residents come up and sing a number.   This was a crowd pleaser. 

After we were done, the band showed our appriciation for there service to our country. 

It was an honor to play for these patroits.  

Day off, going to relax.  Watch American Idol with my family.  Thursday, playing with Dana Dorsey & The Blue Notes, Sandusky Vets.