A tribute to one of the most influential Bandmasters of all time. Mr. Hamp, you will never be forgotten . Some of the lyrics from the song “The Leader of the Band” by Dan Fogelberg: He earned his love Through discipline A thundering, velvet hand His gentle means of sculpting souls Took me years to understand. The leader of the band is tired And his eyes are growing old But his blood runs through My instrument And his song is in my soul — My life has been a poor attempt To imitate the man Im just a living legacy To the leader of the band. I thank you for the music And your stories of the road I thank you for the freedom When it came my time to go — I thank you for the kindness And the times when you got tough And, pap, I dont think I Said I love you near enough — The leader of the band is tired And his eyes are growing old But his blood runs through My instrument And his song is in my soul — My life has been a poor attempt To imitate the man Im just a living legacy To the leader of the band I am the living legacy To the leader of the band.