A special "shout-out" to the D99 Honors Jazz Band for their sounds and ethic during the 2012 European Tour. This group of student musicians rehearsed twice as long, learned twice as much music, and played twice as many performances compared to the rest of the Honors Band. The performed with soulfulness and swing, and, deepened the bond between the fabulous Big Band from the Musikschule and District 99. Kudos to the students and directors for putting in the extra time and effort to make this ensemble a reality.