Eric Emde October 1, 2015

Eric is the founding director of the Victoria High School Rhythm and Blues Program. He has been principal percussionist in the Palm Court Orchestra and drummer for Rosie Sosa's Latin Project. He currently works with Victoria's rhythm & blues show band The Midnights that was founded by Eric. In 1992, he began to develop the concept of the Vic High R&B band for inclusion in the Victoria High School music curriculum to replace the stage band which had been the educational standard for over 25 years. As music director for the school, Emde wanted to create a course that would fit with the school's mandate of programs designed for job readiness. In keeping with shifts in the music industry, Emde understood that this repertoire would be more in keeping with current values in the workplace.
As the program developed and interest from students mushroomed, he decided to create a professional version of the group. Using the same repertoire, he sought out pro players that were agreeable to the idea of including present and former students. For more information, click on the link to their website, The Midnights

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