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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.

Emphasis on musicianship

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Gandalfe

Just because you own a guitar… More info on the cartoonist Tom Cheney can be found here.

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Community Big Bands ~ Music for Swing Dance Lovers

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Gandalfe

Suzy and I were sitting in with the “In the Mood” big band last night. We have agreed to play in five of the six theater shows of a USO like production. She is playing the clarinet and tenor sax. … Continue reading →

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Packing Tips and Tricks

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Gandalfe

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving” ~ Albert Einstein I penned the Downsizing post last week, but thought I’d add some hard won, best in class ideas for your consideration. If you … Continue reading →

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Introducing Tone Deaf ~ Dissection of a Band Director

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Gandalfe

Many of the band teachers I know have found this comic series called Tone Deaf by John Bogenshutz. But of those who haven’t … enjoy. John’s day job is with John Bogenschutz Music which provides affordable and quality custom arrangements … Continue reading →

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I’d Love to Change the World

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Gandalfe

Ten Years After ~ A Space in Time

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Downsizing is a full-time job

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Gandalfe

Suzy and I have been packing out the house getting it ready to show. Last night it went on the market and within hours we’d had the first reports back. The first couple were curious; they went upstairs and then … Continue reading →

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Are you Getting Old?

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Gandalfe

Saw this in email today and thought I’d share. Evil stuff.  ;O) I wonder if I can get my eye doctor to adopt this chart. But pointing which direction this young lady is in might be challenging.

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Moving to a smaller abode

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Gandalfe

Suzy and I have been talking about moving to a smaller place for some time now. We live in a very nice house that just is too much for us. So the first step is to divest ourselves of all … Continue reading →

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More from DOMAI ~ The Gardener

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Gandalfe
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The Vintage or New Musical Instrument Decision

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Gandalfe

I tried to like vintage instruments, the price was right and they are beautious to behold. I even saved some from the trash heap like my Conn C soprano that Sarge of Worldwide Sax was able to revive. Truth be … Continue reading →

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