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About Gandalfe

Just an itinerant saxophonist trying to find life between the changes. I have retired from the Corps of Engineers and Microsoft. I am an admin on the Woodwind Forum, run the Pacifica Big Band (formerly the Microsoft Jumpin' Jive Orchestra) and participate in other ensembles. Mostly enjoy time with family and friends.

Romero System Sax and Clarinet, in a Nutshell

Posted on January 1, 2017 by Gandalfe

Taken from the Woodwind forum mostly because a now deceased friend of mine said he would write this article for me. Instead Pete, one of the admins on the Woodwind forum did. A few days ago, I came across a … Continue reading →

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Washington Post: Real Donald Context

Posted on December 30, 2016 by Gandalfe

Feel like you should be seeing what our incoming President is saying publicly, but don’t want to support his Twitter habit? You’re not alone! Try new Real Donald Context! The Washington Post’s Fix team has decided to help ensure that … Continue reading →

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MUSICAL METTLE: THE HISTORY AND RESURGENCE OF THE WOODINVILLE COMMUNITY BAND

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Gandalfe

27 Dec 2016 | 07:21 |  Written by Kirsten Abel, Features Writer When Jim Glass called to inquire about auditioning for the Woodinville Community Band in 2001, he was asked just one question: “Do you own an instrument?” Since then, … Continue reading →

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Lenny Pickett – Knock Yourself Out

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Gandalfe

Friend and saxophonist Scott Dart is down with jaw surgery and does this. Woah, my hero. Thanks!

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Why Music, Why a Musician? One Man’s Story.

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Gandalfe

“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.” ~ Plato At one time, I thought I would, no should become … Continue reading →

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Silent Night

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Gandalfe

Happy holidaze my friends and family. Here’s hoping you are surround by those you love, doing what you want to, and living a life of purpose and meaning.

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Chickens, rats, and a trap

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Gandalfe

The trouble with the rat race is that even if you win, you’re still a rat. ~ Lily Tomlin We had a growing rat problem, not in the coop … yet. But still, seeing 6 to 8 rats in the … Continue reading →

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2017 Predictions: The Rise of the Robots

Posted on December 4, 2016 by Gandalfe

“The Three Laws of Robotics:1: A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm;2: A robot must obey the orders given it by human beings except where such orders would … Continue reading →

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Peace by Darren Motamedy ~ 2016

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Gandalfe
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Facebook will disable “ethnic affinity” targeting for housing, employment and credit-related ads — TechCrunch

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Gandalfe

It may be tough to remember given all the discussion about the role that Facebook’s News Feed may have played in getting Donald Trump elected, but the company was also criticized recently for its “ethnic affinity” ad targeting. Today, Facebook … Continue reading →

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