I had the opportunity to visit with Dr. Neil Jones, who is a University Professor at the University of California Los Angeles and Past President of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Thanks to the sponsorship of Kaiser Permanente, one of the producers of the film,"Pitch Perfect" served as Master of Ceremonies for a line of top collegiate a cappella bands from across the country…and I do mean across the countries. Groups from Harvard, Yale, Penn, University of Michigan, Clairmont colleges and Tufts participated at the Collegiate Jamboree.
University of Michigan G-Men, "A Cappella 2017 Tournament West Finals"
My favorite was the University of Michigan G-Men, but that is because my son Conrad is the president of the group. I had the opportunity to house these college musicians, during their stay in the Bay area. For many this was their first trip to San Francisco. In addition to the Collegiate performances, the following day was the high school regional competition and the University of Michigan G Men served as judges, hosts, and provided entertainment between the various.
Conrad Diao, Top row 3rd from the right
The Michigan G-Men performing Mr. Brightside
The Michigan G-Men performing Mr. Brightside (opb The Killers) at Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, California for "College Notes: An A Cappella Performance Celebrating Bright Minds & Voices"
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Dr. Diao, I am writing to thank you and your team for the expert skill and extra care in repairing my twice fractured index finger several years ago, and to provide you with an update on my fencing adventures.