Category Archives: Music

Lenny Pickett – Knock Yourself Out

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Gandalfe

Friend and saxophonist Scott Dart is down with jaw surgery and does this. Woah, my hero. Thanks!

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Why Music, Why a Musician? One Man’s Story.

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Gandalfe

“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.” ~ Plato At one time, I thought I would, no should become … Continue reading →

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Peace by Darren Motamedy ~ 2016

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Gandalfe
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Facebook will disable “ethnic affinity” targeting for housing, employment and credit-related ads — TechCrunch

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Gandalfe

It may be tough to remember given all the discussion about the role that Facebook’s News Feed may have played in getting Donald Trump elected, but the company was also criticized recently for its “ethnic affinity” ad targeting. Today, Facebook … Continue reading →

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Merlin Williams: Woodwind Doubling on a Cruise Ship

Posted on October 18, 2016 by Gandalfe

My good friend Merlin speaks with authority about being a musician on a cruise ship. This video is an excellent education tool for those considering their own qualifications and wanting to know tips and tricks. You are welcome.

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Complaint Corner: Why do I have to Pay for Music?

Posted on September 13, 2016 by Gandalfe

From the Austin Music People page on Facebook: Someone complained about an experience they had at an Austin music venue last night, and the club owner responded this morning. Hello [Owner], I was here on Saturday night, and we specifically … Continue reading →

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Summer uke Project ~ Take One

Posted on June 9, 2016 by Gandalfe

“Let us dance in the sun, wearing wild flowers in our hair…” ~ Susan Polis Schutz Some years ago I was called upon to recommend a ukulele for some cute girls from my sister Deb’s in-law side of the family. … Continue reading →

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Maceo Parker – We Do This

Posted on April 30, 2016 by Gandalfe

Scott’s at it again and blowing us away with this transcription.

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Bicycles: Making good women go bad since the 1800s

Posted on March 27, 2016 by Gandalfe

Fascinating look at our recent past, thought I’d share this here. FIT IS A FEMINIST ISSUE   I’ve been working on a project on women and cycling, which begins by looking at the role the bicycle played in early feminism. … Continue reading →

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12 Rules of Practice: Wynton Marsalis

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Gandalfe

Originally posted on Essential Trumpet Lessons:
Wynton Marsalis knows how to practice. As a younger man, he was equally at home in front of a symphony orchestra playing the Haydn concerto, or laying down some serious jazz with Art Blakey. Check out Wynton’s…

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