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Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on August 14, 2012.

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      Creator Donna Siebert on August 12, 2012

      Alice (Marks) Groves wanted to donate even though you have already met your goal. She said she was so excited for you and wanted to do her part to help this project out!

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      Creator Erin on August 11, 2012

      yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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      Creator Donna Siebert on August 10, 2012

      Jill Givens is now a backer of the Sax Man. Congratulations Joe!

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      Creator Donna Siebert on August 10, 2012

      Joe LaFata of Michigan and Loretta Bailes of Cleveland are now backers

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      Creator Donna Siebert on August 6, 2012

      Neighbors Janet and Jim are now backers of the Sax Man Project.

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      Creator Donna Siebert on August 5, 2012

      The Jones Family reunion offered a nice donation to support you in this project.

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      Creator Kelsey Lang on August 5, 2012

      Joe- I haven't spent too much time in Cleveland in my life but I have been reading about all your updates on The Sax Man and thought that it seemed so interesting and like such a great idea for a film! Coincidentally, I spent the weekend in Cleveland and got to experience The Sax Man first hand. I couldn't help but stop and soak in the beautiful music he was playing so effortlessly! I'm so happy to help back The Sax Man.. I hope that everything all comes together for it and I know that you will make a great film!

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      Creator Lauren Brown on August 4, 2012

      I love this project and am happy to lend my support. The talent behind it is huge and the heart even bigger !

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      Creator Donna Siebert on July 31, 2012

      The Tozzi Family is now a backer. Chris said "Proud to support you Joe"~

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      Creator Austin Furey on July 31, 2012

      Yep yep yep

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      Creator Donna Siebert on July 30, 2012

      Kathleen Greer is now a backer and wishes you all the luck and hopes that others from the community will back this film. She said she always knew you would do great things!

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      Creator Denise Teeters on July 20, 2012

      I know Joe Siebert through a mutual friend and because he attended Malone University, as did my son. Joe is a super talented guy and a wonderful person. I am happy to support him in making his film. The subject, The Sax Man, is a man I have enjoyed as part of my experience when I go to Cleveland for other events. I always stop and listen and enjoy his music and his wonderful, colorful, personality. Put the talents of these two people together and it has to be a very heartwarming and successful venture. Believe me, if I had money I would be kicking in much more but I am happy to help this project move forward in baby steps if need be. I hope all my friends get on board too. Good luck Joe Siebert & Todd Bemak and thank you for documenting a wonderful part of Cleveland history, this musical genius character of a man, The Sax Man.

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      Creator Donna Siebert on July 20, 2012

      Three new backers all wishing you success in reaching your goal so you can make this film happen.
      Alice Marks Groves
      Eileen Peco
      Carol Culp

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      Creator Donna Siebert on July 13, 2012

      Nephew, I'm praying that you meet your goal and if it's God will, it will be done! I'm proud of you and I truly believe you are driven by a righteous heart~ Uncle Randy.

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      Creator Erin on July 12, 2012

      YAY past 5k. w00t w00t.

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      Creator Michael Charles Coates on July 10, 2012

      I hope KICKSTARTER considers this for a spot in their main Featured area...

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      Creator Stephanie Irwin on July 7, 2012

      My husband and I have seen the Sax Man in Cleveland for years, and always wondered about his story. People need to support this project to learn more about one of Cleveland's hidden treasures. And Joe...I've been watching your filmmaking journey since you were in high school. I'm so incredibly proud of how far you've come, and beyond delighted to think of the great heights you'll reach! I'll always be one of your biggest fans!

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      Creator Joe Siebert and Todd Bemak on July 6, 2012

      Thanks, Erin! Yea that's what we're shooting for.

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      Creator Erin on July 6, 2012

      Ps. is your intended release for sundance jan 2014?

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      Creator Erin on July 6, 2012

      AHHH. the cinematography looks FABULOUS. wow wow wow. I know full well how hard it is to get great camera work in a documentary! This looks incredible. keep at it brother!

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    For this level you have my sincere appreciation PLUS I will sing the Walker Texas Ranger theme song wherever I may be at the moment of your donation. You may not actually see me do it, but if you know me at all...you know I'm telling the truth.

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    Thank you so much for your support! We’ll send you a digital download of the completed film, plus a personalized “Thank You” letter signed by the director

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    All of the above plus: An exclusive 8x10 behind the scenes photo of production, signed by the director and the Sax Man

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    All of the above plus: A “Special Thanks” credit at the end of the film, PLUS a limited edition Sax Man T-Shirt – Photo coming soon.

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    All of the above plus: Autographed DVD copy of the completed film, PLUS a personal Skype session or chat with the filmmakers

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    All of the above plus: Personal video to show your friends of Maurice saying hello and playing your favorite song...and yea, he probably knows it :)

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    All of the above plus: My mom will make you a dozen, unnecessarily good cupcakes (seriously, shoot me a message and I’ll send you pictures)

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    All of the above plus: Associate Producer credit in the film, PLUS a Sax Man director’s chair with your name on it

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    2 backers

    All of the above plus: A Night on the Town - Join us for an evening of fine dining in downtown Cleveland with Maurice and the filmmakers, PLUS a private screening of the completed film (travel not included), PLUS... ...another dozen cupcakes...why not :)

    Estimated delivery: Jun 2013
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    All of the above plus: Co-Executive Producer credit in the film, PLUS a Night on the Town - Join us for an evening of fine dining AND entertainment in downtown Cleveland with Maurice and the filmmakers (travel not included).

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    All of the above plus: Exclusive autographed Saxophone played by Maurice in the film

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