So yes, we have gone through a lot of styles of fronts. We started out with homemade fronts using picture frames, felts, and wood crates. Eventually I opted to go with purchased stands as they were much lighter and easier to carry. I do miss having my grandson help me setup the band now-a-daze.

But for the last five years we have used this one and for three different ensembles who share the Seattle Solid GOLD website. My wife ordered the sticker we use on the fronts and I found the last remaining front company from the midwest that still produces them.

They were pricey but they present well and we adapted them to all for tablet stands as we don’t use the heavy books anymore. I also overed six fronts so that I could label one specifically for my Pacifica Big Band group.

Just to make sure people walk away knowing that we are the fabulous Pacifica Big Band, we customized this one.