After 25 years the Empire Jazz Orchestra is leaving the stage with the retirement of its Music Director, Dr. William Meckley. This last release,"Finale," is a two-CD celebration with some of the very best live performances from the"Northeast's reigning big band," including music by Dave Holland, Don Ellis, Oliver Nelson, Rufus Reid, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, and much, much more. Vocalist Colleen Pratt is featured on several tracks, as are several special guest soloists.