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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.

Microsoft Jazz Band does Zoot Suit Riot

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Gandalfe

The MJB performed their first gig (of five per year) on Seattle’s Eastside at the Third Place Commons. Did I mention how much I love working at Microsoft? We usually have two practices before a gig and the roster rotates … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day ~ Lingerie or Chocolate?

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Gandalfe

Chocolate, jewelry and sex! Oh my! I ran across this Bing banner to Valentine gifts today and realized it would be February this week. WTH? At the risk of sounding like an old man, really, it’s that time again? Retailers … Continue reading →

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Woodwind Forum: You want answers, you can’t handle answers…

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Gandalfe

Apologies to the creators of that great line Jack Nicolson delivers in “A Few Good Men”. Where do you go to get answers for almost anything. Internet forums can be a valuable piece of your solution set. When it comes … Continue reading →

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Seinfeld: "Jerry the Great" re-cut trailer

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Gandalfe

TRMusic sez of his video, “My fourth Seinfeld video: Jerry hatches a plot to take over the world with his side kick George. But in the end, Jerry wants to take all the spoils for himself while leaving George out … Continue reading →

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Rich Americans ask for Social Security to be cut… again.

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Gandalfe

I will admit to using sensationalism in my title to get you to read this post. But I suspect that IF you read it, you might be better informed for those many political conversations that you have, usually with your … Continue reading →

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Funky, exotic sax lady

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Gandalfe

The Bassic Sax blog sez, “Today’s post is a comedic one. Marcellina, the Hungarian musician known for playing white, and more recently black saxophones, posted a video on her YouTube channel in December titled Andrea.” A tip o’ the cap … Continue reading →

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LinkedIn’s Map Dashboard

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Gandalfe

The Journal Record’s Dave Rhea sez: The new social mapping feature by LinkedIn, if nothing else, looks fascinating. I have not had a lot of time to mess with it – YET, but I will. I have signed up for … Continue reading →

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Security Notice

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Gandalfe
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The Queen

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Gandalfe

As Air Force One arrives at Heathrow Airport , President Obama strides to a warm and dignified reception from the Queen. They are driven in a 1934 Bentley to the edge of central London , where they change to a … Continue reading →

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Pan American “Violin Finish” aka Propeller Wood Clarinet

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Gandalfe

I purchased this striking Pan American “Violin Finish” clarinet (made by Conn) that was mistakenly described on eBay as made from pear wood. It is more commonly known as the propeller wood clarinets. It was dirt cheap and at this … Continue reading →

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