Doinks 2006 Interoffice Design Parade

Charlie Calderin named Honorary Band Marshal in Doinks 2006 Interoffice Design Parade

In an impromptu display of general stupidity, the Doink Design team in Coral Gables held their first Interoffice Design Parade held in honor of the drinks they had at lunch earlier that day. Led by Honorary Band Marshall Charlie Calderin, the four piece band marched through the mid-day office clutter in festive fashion to the absolute enjoyment of almost all involved. Using only the instruments thay had at hand, the quadruplet belted out classic favorites with the help of only a recorder, a harmonica, one Air Trombone and Band Marshall Charlie’s decidedly experimental, yet surprisingly effective Vocal Percussions.

“A complete success.” gushed Charlie Calderin. "Hands down one of the most fullfilling experinces I’ve been associated with since starting Doink over eleven years ago. It just feels good to give a little something back to the community.”

“When I saw all my bandmates, marching around their desks and chairs,” said Michelle Calderin, “I realized that as a creative group, we’re like, SUPER creative. I mean, C’mon – Air Trombone? Crazy right? That was John’s idea. He’s so crazy. We’re all crazy.”

But as overwhelmingly positive as the parade was, there were still those that left with a less positive take on things. “I thought it was a bit silly actually.” Commented Adam Fullerton, reluctant player of the afore mentioned Air Trombone. “One pitcher of beer between four people just does not justify a display like this. I mean – sneak a few swigs from mommy and daddy’s liquor stash when you’re 13 or 14 – sure. Have all the fake parades you want. But thirty-somethings sipping on a mid-day beer? C’mon.”

Although there are no immeadiate plans for another Design Parade, don’t be surprised if one day, during a late lunch, you see the Doink Quadruplet setting the stage for an encore performance. Just look for a half empty pitcher, a twinkle in their eyes, and a song in their hearts. The NEXT parade just might be right around the corner.