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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.

Ah, if ’twere only True!

Posted on May 19, 2008 by Gandalfe

From xkcd "a webcomic of romance, sarcasm, math, and language.

Posted in Humor | 4 Comments

1800s Ivory over Boxwood Clarinet

Posted on May 17, 2008 by Gandalfe

I’ve purchased this clarinet that is over 200 years old.  Here’s the description: A rare 6 keyed ivory mounted boxwood clarinet in Bb stamped on all joints: Cahusac, London. Unrestored condition. Pinned and repaired bell, barrel is missing, one key … Continue reading →

Posted in Clarinet | 5 Comments

WCB Spring Concert – Come Hear Us Play

Posted on May 16, 2008 by Gandalfe
Posted in Band, Community | 4 Comments

TRADITIONAL BIG BAND HIERARCHY FOR THE DEVELOPING JAZZ ENSEMBLE

Posted on May 15, 2008 by Gandalfe

This is one of the best pieces on the subject by Jeff Anderson, Musical Director, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra Often, the inexperienced director gives little thought to the placement of students within the jazz ensemble. Typically the “tried and true” concert … Continue reading →

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Music is a Verb and other Insights

Posted on May 11, 2008 by Gandalfe

I was working with Nicky on the bass clarinet solo he has for the sixth grade concert this afternoon. As we made our way through some tricky measures with, zoots alors, sixteenth notes, I got to thinking, "Making music is … Continue reading →

Posted in Music | 2 Comments

YouTubeage: Ron Burgundy plays some Jazz flute

Posted on May 11, 2008 by Gandalfe

Here’s some jazz flute that’ll make you wanna learn to play the flute.  ;o)

Posted in Jazz | 4 Comments

Friday’s Musings and other Oddities

Posted on May 9, 2008 by Gandalfe

I ran smack dab in to Scott Hanselman’s Blog Interesting – 32 Ways to Keep Your Blog from Sucking and was pleasantly surprised to find many of my recommendations there. I especially appreciated numbers three and five. I find that … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog, Getting a Job, Tips and Tricks, Writing | 12 Comments

James E. Matheson – Photographer

Posted on May 8, 2008 by Gandalfe

A friend of mine at work is a guitarist and photographer. I saw this picture on his desktop and found out that he is an award-winning photographer who didn’t actually follow that career path. So I thought I’d share the … Continue reading →

Posted in Photograph | 6 Comments

TuneTown Tuners – Cruella Deville

Posted on May 7, 2008 by Gandalfe

Makes ya wanna visit Disney World doesn’t it? Tell the truth.  ;o) And it’s not Space Mountain that is calling your name, either.

Posted in Saxophone | 7 Comments

The Pacific Northwest According To Jeff

Posted on May 6, 2008 by Gandalfe

I thought Jeff Foxworthy did Southern humor but he seemed to nail this one. This email is making the rounds and it would seem he has spent time in the Northwest.  :o)                  1. You know the state flower (Mildew). … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor | 4 Comments