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An Army veteran transformed a delayed Delta Air Lines flight into a memorable event with an impromptu saxophone performance. Wayne Hoey, who served over 20 years in the US Army Band, was on his way back to Augusta, Georgia, from Detroit when his connecting flight was delayed at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
As passengers grew restless due to the delay caused by a replacement crew stuck in traffic, Hoey offered to play Christmas carols to ease the tension. With approval from the flight crew, he performed holiday classics like “Jingle Bells” and “Silent Night,” engaging passengers who clapped and sang along.
Hoey shared with CNN: "I asked her, ‘Ma’am, would you like me to play a few tunes on my saxophone? I think I can get them to quiet down.'"
