Lunchtime entertainment: Endicott janitor Doug Carlsen plays trumpet for students

Doug Carlsen, who is employed as the Endicott school janitor, plays his trumpet Jan. 14 for some Endicott students during their lunch. Carlsen plays for the students every Thursday, in his church band and plays the national anthem for Endicott home games.

Amidst the sounds of silverware clanging against plates and chattering youngsters during the Endicott Elementary School lunch, a musical note or two can be heard coming from the corner as the school janitor plays his trumpet.

Every Thursday, Doug Carlsen comes to the school before the start of his regular shift, which begins at 1:30 p.m., to...