I had a great time at the Midwest Clinic in Chicago.  I spent a lot of time hanging out at the Ithaca booth talking to potential students and parents, but I also met a lot of amazing people.

View of the city from our 31st story room in the Sheraton.

Navy Pier was dark and scary once you passed the entrance.

“The Japan Tubists”, from the Japan Army (euphonium and tuba players).  They were scrumtrulescent.  There was standing room for the extra 50 to 60 people that couldn’t find seats…like me.

And finally, drinks at the infamous Hilton Towers bar.  John Mackey and the Boston Brass were hanging out here but I couldn’t get a picture of them…as they were often thronged by crowds.