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So Many Concerts, So Little Time …

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Gandalfe

As 2025 winds down, I find that I have only two concerts in Dec. That’s by design as we tend to want to take the month off for family, rest and relaxation, and enjoying the festive season. This year has … Continue reading →

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Do Musicians Playing for Free Take Money from Pro Musicians?

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Gandalfe

Some of us perform for little to no money, often driven by passion rather than financial gain. We play music purely for enjoyment, without the expectation of monetary compensation. We play 3 to 4 times a week but make no … Continue reading →

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Big Band Fronts, take six

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Gandalfe

So yes, we have gone through a lot of styles of fronts. We started out with homemade fronts using picture frames, felts, and wood crates. Eventually I opted to go with purchased stands as they were much lighter and easier … Continue reading →

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Pacifica Big Band’s First Gig of the Year 2024

Posted on February 7, 2024 by Gandalfe

Our first gig of the year was a dance that was cancelled last year due to covid. So many dancers, so much joy. It’s good to be back. We featured our jazz clarinetist, Lauren and she never fails to impress… … Continue reading →

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The Royal Room ~ Seattle

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Gandalfe

My big band, the Seattle Solid Gold, performed at the Royal Room in Seattle this week. No, really! It was in South Seattle which can be a sketchy part of town. Parking was … well, let’s just say challenging. But … Continue reading →

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The Summer of Music 2022

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Gandalfe

As we exit the pandemic constraints and start performing again, there is a collective sigh of relief from the band and the audience. We happened upon a pro photographer, Brian Fioca who took some pictures this year. Life is good. … Continue reading →

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New Year Projects 2012 ~ Milk Hill Crop Circles

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Gandalfe

Viewing one of the Milk Hill crop circles I muse, what will be your big project this year? This photo is from a blogger I follow (but who has not been active for a number of years) called “The Serpent”. … Continue reading →

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Baby it’s cold outside

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Gandalfe

I am taking a day off to prepare for a weekend with three concert gigs. In between cleaning the mouthpieces, setting the reeds, and practicing the gnarly parts, I am looking for some music to highlight in next year’s concert … Continue reading →

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