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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.

Mi-Bemol Saxophone Ensemble

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Gandalfe

Having blogged about the Mi-Bemol Sax Ensemble, a stellar and unique Sax Ensemble, I am enthralled by the power and magnificence of the music. So when JBT of the Woodwind Forum pointed to this I lost about an hour listening … Continue reading →

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To nap, perhaps to dream…

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Gandalfe

“I talk of dreams, which are the children of an idle brain.” ~ Romeo & Juliet I realize that my ability to sleep when I want to is a blessing. I hear so many friends lamenting the fact that they … Continue reading →

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The price of gas and other commuting atrocities

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Gandalfe

“The use of solar energy has not been opened up because the oil industry does not own the sun.”  ~Ralph Nader I was sitting on the bus last night and happened to look up from my iPad to see miles … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 9, 2012 by Gandalfe
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Nude du Jour: The Musician

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Gandalfe
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Measuring Swing Tempo ~ Fast versus Frickin’ Fast

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Gandalfe

Last year we talked about Measuring Music Tempos ~ How Fast is Fast? Today I’m going to tilt my lance at Swing tempo, which has a no published standards. First we must define Swing. “In jazz and related musical styles, … Continue reading →

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Unemployment: Do the Math

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Gandalfe

Here’s the chart the Republicans don’t want you to see. Vote responsibly.

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Noah’s Band

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Gandalfe

…in the dark of night the Lord awoke Noah, and spoke to him saying “Noah, awake and heed my words!” And Noah, being sore, afraid and disoriented, did cry out, “Who goeth there?” And the Lord did smite him upside … Continue reading →

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Overjoyed

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Gandalfe

“After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible, is music.” ~ Aldous Huxley Esperanza Spalding is an American multi-instrumentalist best known as a jazz bassist and singer, who draws upon many genres in her own compositions. In 2011, … Continue reading →

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Flash Mob vs. Smart Mob

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Gandalfe

Another item on my Bucket List is about to be played out. A flash mob is a group of people who assemble suddenly in a public place, perform an unusual and seemingly pointless act for a brief time, then disperse, … Continue reading →

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