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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.

New Zealand Hotel Unzips Eye-opening New Loo

Posted on July 8, 2009 by Gandalfe

For my sister who believes way to much of what she reads from her friends.  ;o) Hong Kong’s Peninsula Hotel and the Sofitel Melbourne often attract visitors from around the world who want to visit a loo with a spectacular … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Oddities, Playtime, Too Spicy for some | Tagged , | 3 Comments

John Bogle: The Twelve Pillars of Wisdom

Posted on July 5, 2009 by Gandalfe

My dad dropped this off at my house after an afternoon of 4th of July festivities including grilled food, happy kids, exuberant pets, and family talk. “Despite the 15% stock market rally of the past month, a nice rebound from … Continue reading →

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NYT: Ruins of the Second Gilded Age

Posted on July 3, 2009 by Gandalfe

In Chandler, Ariz., a suburb of Phoenix, more than a dozen subdivisions are unfinished because of the economic downturn. The developer of this abandoned model home, Michael Roberts, chief executive of Charlevoix Homes, intended to turn a 35-acre former alfalfa … Continue reading →

Posted in News and politics | 1 Comment

Microsoft Orchestra, a Summer concert

Posted on June 29, 2009 by Gandalfe

  Enjoy a Microsoft Orchestra Summer concert at the Ballard Locks on a Sunny Seattle day. I had so many friends in this group which in the last six years has gone from a scary-small 25 to an impressive 82 … Continue reading →

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Pacific Cascade – Summer Concert at the Locks

Posted on June 28, 2009 by Gandalfe

The Pacific Cascade Big Band plays at Seattle’s Ballard Locks as part of the Summer Concert series. Soloists in this montage include Charlie Wickham and Sharon (Shaz) Adams. Songs include Take Five, Do Nothing till you hear from Me, Summertime, … Continue reading →

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Quintessence Saxophone Quintet Plays Bach: Fudge Fugue

Posted on June 27, 2009 by Gandalfe

I’ve been sucked in by the borg in Germany called the Quintessence Saxophone Quintet. Jeff, you arrange this, I’ll find the players. Or this one, as many of you know my fav: I’m off to the the Ballard Locks for … Continue reading →

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Windows 7: Now my peeps can be first and save half.

Posted on June 26, 2009 by Gandalfe

Many of you may have heard about the awesome pricing for Windows 7 that Microsoft is offering to customers for the next 10 days. The offer will be available from online retailers and directly from Microsoft through the Microsoft Store. … Continue reading →

Posted in Computers and Internet | 9 Comments

Good Girls do not get on Slides

Posted on June 25, 2009 by Gandalfe

Firstly, I stole this title from Zep because it just made me laugh. Zep is a fellow with which English is a second language for him. Me, I have no excuses for my use of the English language. So one … Continue reading →

Posted in Saxophone | 6 Comments

I luv Bing. :o)

Posted on June 22, 2009 by Gandalfe
Posted in Computers and Internet | 3 Comments

Perpetuum Jazzile – Africa

Posted on June 20, 2009 by Gandalfe
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