Tom McKleroy tmk25ed@aol.com wrote: The Auburn Knights performed at our daughter's wedding reception last night in Anniston, and we loved their performance! So many people in attendance commented about how great the band was. Thanks to the Auburn Knights for helping to make our daughter's wedding such a memorable experience. Tom McKleroy '68 11/18/2007 22:59:31 John W. Penick '64 penicjw@auburn.edu wrote: We attended the 77th reunion and what a treat to hear the outstanding music. The current band is beyond belief and they are extremely talented. Dorsey Tippet is a beautiful and talented young lady and we have admired her talents when she sang with the Auburn Singers. Congrats on a terrific reunion and we'll see you again next year. 07/29/2007 18:47:38 Lynnsey Lynnsey017@gmail.com wrote: Fantastic show tonight @ Landmark Park! Loved every second. Please come back to see us in Dothan again! 06/28/2007 22:30:41 Mom mamasan41@yahoo.com wrote: Hi! Can you put at least ONE video of your orchestra on YouTube, with a great camera and microphones, so that the kids can see their uncle! Thank you!. 06/18/2007 14:18:39 Skip Hinton skiphinton@bellsouth.net wrote: Wow, great web site. I just discovered this and really appreicate the work. It was great finding pictures and references to folks like Bob Ware, Tommy Goff (I was in tommy's first "beginner" band at Auburn High School), Dave Edwards and so many others. I was in the marching band but could not muster the talent to cut it with the Knights. But I enjoyed their performances the entire time I lived in Auburn. It has been a while since my Dad (Bodie Hinton) has made it to a reunion but I'll enjoy sharing this web site with him. Thanks again and please keep this up. Skip Hinton 01/09/2007 9:32:44 judy price pricejab@bellsouth.net wrote: Charles "Red" Blackledge, the slide trombone player in the Auburn Knights picture from 1930, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2006. He was 93. He truly loved his experiences with the Auburn Knights and was overjoyed that the tradition and dedication continued. 11/04/2006 22:45:16 judy price pricejab@bellsouth.net wrote: Charles "Red" Blackledge, the slide trombone player in the Auburn Knights picture from 1930, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2006. He was 93. He truly loved his experiences with the Auburn Knights and was overjoyed that the tradition and dedication continued. 11/04/2006 22:45:15 Stephen Calandrino DutyFreeProvisio@aol.com wrote: I just opened a collection of original albums that were collected by my parents. In there are a couple from the Auburn Knights Orchestra dated 12-22-55. The list of performers are; Carol Cunningham, Bob Ware, Rick Bell, Tommy Goff, Julian Burgess, Don Landford and Betty Brown. How do I get more of a history on the Auburn Knights? 10/09/2006 18:49:10 Susanna Rives Nicholson tanna214@bellsouth.net wrote: I think you are wrong in saying that the Auburn Knights did not exist before 1930. I know for a fact that my father, Benjamin Allen Rives (Class of 1928), played the saxaphone with the orchestra when he was at A.P.I. I am a 1955 graduate. 07/14/2006 20:12:48 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:22 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:21 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:21 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:20 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:19 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:18 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:18 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:17 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:16 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:15 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:14 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:14 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:13 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:12 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:11 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:10 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:10 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:09 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:08 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:07 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:06 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:05 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:05 wrote: 06/16/2006 23:01:04 wrote: 04/13/2006 11:02:52 Jacek Zietak buh@hot.pl wrote: Congratulations to AKAA band and beautiful music. It's fantastic. I'm your fun. I wish you all the best. 03/25/2006 15:22:44 Portal of Rome webmaster@collesalario.it wrote: OldTime http://www.collesalario.it/musica/oldtime/ 01/27/2006 12:23:22 John Petrey margaretandjohn@mindspring.com wrote: The Knights played at my daughter's wedding reception on Lake Martin and helped create a magical night for all the guests (who came from as far as California and Denmark), young and old. If you've not heard them, be prepared to be blown away (not by decibels but by their talents). I cannot recommend them highly enough-do yourself a favor, go listen to them and DANCE!! 01/21/2006 19:26:02 Bob Nance bob@designforpublishing.com wrote: I've watched and listened to the Knights since I was in high school, plus over a ten year period as an Auburn student. (Navy years in between) I graduted with Rick and Danny Sue Bell. Still see them ocassionally. When I try telling people about the Knights, nobody seems to believe just how good your are. Their loss, Not mine. Keep it up. Bob Nance. Auburn 08/16/2004 20:13:44 harold hagler hhagler@att.com wrote: looking for Elwyn (Pug) Palmer - Drummer in early 1960s Anyone know address or email 07/13/2004 17:37:27 Wade Johnson j_wadeh@bellsouth.net wrote: All posts will now have a date and time stamp added to them. 07/13/2004 12:02:19 Judy price pricejab@bellsouth.net wrote: What a nice sight. My father, Charles Blackledge, was in the founding group at the organizational meeting. He was the youngest there and has the good fortune of being one of the two surving members. He is 93! At least I think another gentleman is alive in Texas. He is the trombonist sitting on the far left in the photo. I loved hearing the stories as I was growing up. One of the favorite places they played was at Radium Springs, Georgia. There was a natural hot spring mineral pool and a golf course. I finally saw it a few years ago could just imagine the music and the dancing, and those Auburn Knights! He attended and played some at the fiftieth reunion and had a great time. What an honor that the music still continues. chris king cjordanking@yahoo.com wrote: Hope everyone is doing well. Not gonna make it this year for reunion...maybe soon. Ekberg...how are you dude? Just heard from Brad Nix the other day. Looking for Matt O'Connor. Anyone know??? Email me!!! War Eagle!! John Henderson hdwstudio@earthlink.net wrote: I am looking for a copy of a CD (which I loaned to a friend but never got back!) which had a selection of songs interspersed with short segments of football highlights and cheers. I bought it at one of the bookstores at Auburn a 12-15 of years ago. Many, if not all, the songs where by the Auburn Knights and were in various musical styles. Does anybody have any information on this CD? Please help me find a copy!!!! Thanks!!!! War Eagle!!!! Ken Hammett krhammett@aol.com wrote: I wish Bobby Boettcher were still here to attend the reunions. Our politics always were at odds, but he was a great guy. Liza Weisbrod weisbel@auburn.edu wrote: According to Billboard Magazine, Duke Ellington played in Auburn on July 15, 1940. Is there anybody out there who remembers this? Munson Hinman topbari@comcast.net wrote: I danced to the AK in 1940-42 at the Pickwick Club in Birmingham. It was a great band. I've tried looking at some of your pictures (.jpg files) but nothing comes back. I have javascript on. Julie Veal mccorju@excite.com wrote: Awesome site--you guys are the best, of course! Melanie Melo416@aol.com wrote: I just wanted to say that I am a big Auburn Knights fan especially the current band. This year's reunion was really good. Keep up the good work! Benny Carle benny@wbcf.com wrote: Today is June 28,2003. Charlie Wood passed away last week. To Heaven's Big Band: Move over Gene Krupa and Buddy Rich! Here comes Charlie! - Benny Carle Brian Ekberg bassf1@yahoo.com wrote: Wish I could be there for the reunion this year. I'm heading to Auburn for the USC game, though. Chris King where are you? E-mail me, slick. Go KNIGHTS! Patrick Bruce away175@hotmail,com wrote: HI all, site looks great, I am looking forward to the reunion, Aron Bryant were are you? does anybody know? Soundman longjebb@bellsouth.net wrote: Just to let everyone know, the recordings I've listened to so far are great. Check the website in a few days for the updated order form. AKO Fan me@you.org wrote: Absolutely wonderful reunion!! Cant wait to see that current band in action again. All the bands sounded spectacular this year! John W. Penick penicjw@auburn.edu wrote: Thanks for representing AU and the vast amount of goodwill that results from your efforts. In addition, your music is outstanding and I will be at as many performances as I can attend. Eager Beaver wrote: Reunion is here!! John 123@456.org wrote: Nice website, I like the historical pics. Kendra Flurry precious_punk15@hotmail.com wrote: Hey! I really like your cd's! They are too kewl! Anywho...If you were wondering, I'm one of Mr.Hicks' students...that's how I heard of you guys! Yeah, well...you guys should come to Eufaula sometime. L8ers! ~*Kendra*~ Lou Dillard loumd@hiwaay.net wrote: Hi Everybody, I am Beth's Mom (she is one of two alto sax players). We are very proud of her to be in this really awesome and very talented group. You are all wonderful! From all of us here in our house we send our best to each and every one of you. We enjoy your new CD so much! See you in Mobile next month. Our best to all, Lou D. Bill Pumphrey billp@varina.net wrote: I just found your site and enjoyed your music clips. My dad was Tom Pumphrey who booked the band in the 40's and is mentioned on your history page - I'd like to find out more - who can I correspond with? Jason "JK" Kolucki evolutionofswing@yahoo.com wrote: Hello, I am JK from "The Evolution of Swing" heard every Saturday night 11 PM to 3 am EST on WNTI 91.9 FM in Hackettstown, NJ. I am looking for you or your band to do a phone interview live on my show. My show features the best in swing, big band, jazz, jump blues & rockabilly every week. To see what I am playing on the �Evolution of Swing� go to wnti.org and click under playlists on the website. Also make sure you head over to the official website for the �Evolution of Swing� at jkswings.8m.com. If you are interested in doing an interview on the �Evolution of Swing�, please e-mail me back or contact me by phone by calling 908-852-0842 (don�t be afraid, there is a crazy answering machine at the other end, still leave a message). When I receive your e-mail or call I will contact you with a date and time to come on the air. Also, if you have not sent a promo CD of your material to be played on the �Evolution of Swing�, please contact me and let me know so I can send you a mailing address. Many groups have sent me their swing, big band, jazz, jump blues and or rockabilly tunes for on airplay for free. I hope to hear from you all very soon. Until then keep on swingin and have a great 2002. Thanks. Sincerely swingin, Jason �JK� Kolucki Host of the �Evolution of Swing� webmaster auburnkn@auburnknights.com wrote: Looking forward to the dance on Valentines weekend. Lila Frazer Ralston ralstons@negia.net wrote: I believe my father's brother, Frank Frazer, played with the Knights. He was killed in WWII (before I was born). I am pleased to see the band is still going! AKAA Webmaster auburnkn@auburnknights.com wrote: Thanks for fixing the guestbook Jackie! Stan Lowry wslowry@aol.com wrote: My father - Ken Lowry - played with the Auburn Knights but I am not sure what years - I suspect some time in the late 30's or early 40's. He played trumpet, sax, and piano but I think he played sax with the Knights. He used to talk about it when I was a young child. He married Jackie Scott from Rome, Ga. She had her own band in the 40's. I am carrying the tradition playing jazz guitar in Orlando, Fl. Any info would be appreciated. Mamie Mitchell (daughter of AK 1939-1941) polka.bikini@gte.net wrote: ATTN; 1934-1939 ALUMNI - My father, Joe Mitchell, played sax and clarinet for the Auburn Knights in late thirties, early forties. I am editing a non-fiction book of recollections from the year 1936 and those years surrounding. The book began from correspondence exchanged between Stanley Sheinbaum, publisher and Frank Pierson, Academy Award winning screenwriter ("Dog Day Afternoon", "Cool Hand Luke" "Cat Ballou" etc). It will be published in the fall of 2001 by Tallfellow Press in Los Angeles. My father passed away in 1990 so he cannot contribute to the book. But I am determined in his honor to have one of the members of the Auburn Knights who played in the mid to late thirties, contribute a recollection for this book. The writing may be anywhere from a sentence to a paragraph to several pages. I am on the first edit, with 103 stories from politicians, artists, actors, athletes,Europeans escaping Germany, Italians, Cowboys and Indians, Merchant Marines, etc. A very diverse group. Please write to me at polka.bikini@gte.net or Tallfellow Press, 1180 South Beverly Drive Sutie 320, Beverly Hills, CA] 90035 - The only requirement is that you have some clear recollection of that time. Thank you so much. Please respond. Walter Collins bigwaltc@earthlink.net wrote: Just discovered your web site and enjoy it immensely. I grew up in Opelika and was a jazz fan from early on. My band director was Bob Lewis (AK 49-53) and he turned me on to jazz. We had the band play at a formal dance at Opelika High School in 1960 and I was hooked on the band. My mom even sewed a button on "Boots" Butenschon's shirt before the dance. I played a few gigs with the band in 65-66 but was never an official member. I have a copy of "Happy - 1960" (which featured Toni Tennille) that is almost slick from play. Do any of the old tapes still exist for reissue? Keep up the good work. Benny Carle Benny@wbcf.com wrote: Many Emails have come into "Thebigbands.com" concerning a picture on the website showing the Bob Crosby Bobcats orchestra of the early 30's. A carload of the orchestra sidemen is shown with Frank Tennille, vocalist, sitting on the running board. Frank Tennille, from Montgomery, Alabama, was an original member of the Auburn Knights Orchestra and later became the father of Toni Tennille, also an AK alumnus. The site is devoted to preserving the great Swing Music of the Big Band Era as well as the giants who performed it. Down through the years, many members of the Auburn Knights have contributed to this greatness. Hopefully, there will be others who can share stories of The Auburn Knights Orchestra. Contact the Website at "Thebigbands.com" You'll find the Email address there too. "Info@thebigbands.com" The Duke said it best. "It don't mean a thing, if it ain't got that swing"! Benny Carle Benny@wbcf.com Dennis Beck beckden@auburn.edu wrote: I see on the javascript scroller that you can get the 3/$10 CDs, but there's no ordering information. I want to get three of them for gifts, can someone tell me how? Jim Stern jim@fiac.com wrote: Absolutely fabulous! Big band is here to stay. J Long webmaster@auburnknights.com wrote: Thanks for all the great input everyone. Neil Spear TBone5G@aol.com wrote: Hey, I am going to Auburn this fall for school and I am very interested in joining your well established group. I would like to know more about what you have done in recent years and what you plan on doing in the future. Play on! Christina wrote: thanx for giving me information the music. it really helped me on my project Kimberly Nicholas lil_kim69_us@yahoo.com wrote: I think that it is fantastic that a band can stay together that long. I want to thank you for giving me inspiration to do the thing I love. Keep doing what you love and good luck. Joe joe@joe.com wrote: Wow, those Auburn Knights are hot! Daniel wrote: Guys i thought ya'll did a fantstic job out at toomers corner. Ya'll did a good job. thanks, I just cant say enough good things about the Auburn Knights Calley Carter ilovecowboys@hotmail.com
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