The Empire Saxophone Quartet has been performing together for over 30 years. The ensemble has presented concerts and clinics with the Cincinnati Wind Ensemble, the Ithaca College Wind Ensemble, the North American Saxophone Alliance, and for many public schools, colleges and universities. The Quartet has several recordings to their credit as well. The ensemble has not just been an academic group, but has entertained audiences at the Mohonk Mountain House, many festive public and private celebrations, and has been the music for many weddings. They are often joined by percussionist Joel Smales .