I must admit, I just got around to opening this post, because I didn't think I would be interested in "Sax Day". I probably wouldn't have ever read it if DNJ hadn't mentioned to me on the phone about how great it sounded.
As others said, it is fantastic. I have played in these situations where people are really there for other reasons. The casinos are a great example. Probably 500 people walk by, look and nod. But there will be at least a handful who will stop and listen and appreciate what they see and hear, and that makes it worthwhile.
By the way, Donny feels bad about hurting your feelings; I know he didn't mean to. Maybe he'll learn from it.