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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.

Those who can,TEACH…

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Gandalfe

Tom points to http://www.zazzle.com/those_who_can_button-145702111473723752 as a place where you can purchase these buttons.

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Measuring Music Tempo ~ How fast is fast?

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Gandalfe

A music forum noob recently asked me how fast a piece marked Allegro should be played. It got me to thinking that I should place this here in case my source disappears, which btw happens more times than you might … Continue reading →

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Tulum Mayan Ruins Tour ~ 2011

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Gandalfe

I have always wanted to visit the Mayan and Aztec ruins in Mexico. So when Suzy got this great cruise deal that included a trip to Key West, Cozumel, and Tulum, we jumped at the chance. Located on 40 foot … Continue reading →

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The Hemmingway Adventure

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Gandalfe

Suzy and I have just returned from our Caribbean cruise and I wanted to share a little taste of what we saw on the Key West Island. A visit to see Nobel prize winning Ernest Hemmingway’s house and bar has … Continue reading →

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Playboy Online ~ A story of remorse for what could have been

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Gandalfe

Those who follow my blog know that I slip posts in weeks, even months after the current date so that those who may be offended won’t find them in my post stream unless they really follow me. Don’t know how … Continue reading →

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I feel the need for Speed

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Gandalfe

Just cleaning out my photo collection on my desktop and I discovered an interesting trend in Internet speed; things are getting very fast around here.                     2006                                                             2008   Here is where I am today. We upped our ISP package … Continue reading →

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So much joy, so little time…

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Gandalfe

In preparation for a cruise to Cozumel Suzy and I purchased matching iPad IIs. I don’t think I would have decided this was the right thing to do except that my Dad was gifted one and I helped him learn … Continue reading →

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WCB: Spring Concert Video

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Gandalfe

Harry Miller is our new videographer and his first run at recording a concert band performance has returned stellar results. Notably the close-ups are stellar. Harry hopes to replace the third camera that was used on the long shots before … Continue reading →

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For Your Consideration: Time to Switch to Hotmail?

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Gandalfe

Hotmail has come a long way in the last few years. I have accounts in so many services but my fav is Hotmail. For me, a guy that runs four musical groups from Big Bands to sax quartets, the calendar … Continue reading →

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Balancing work and kids ~ real advice for real life

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Gandalfe

In my travels for Microsoft I often get asked about work/home life balance. Having come from 20 years in the military, I really wanted to find a job where I could create a successful and satisfying balance. I think I’ve … Continue reading →

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