Category Archives: Hobbies

Romero System Sax and Clarinet, in a Nutshell

Posted on January 1, 2017 by Gandalfe

Taken from the Woodwind forum mostly because a now deceased friend of mine said he would write this article for me. Instead Pete, one of the admins on the Woodwind forum did. A few days ago, I came across a … Continue reading →

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MUSICAL METTLE: THE HISTORY AND RESURGENCE OF THE WOODINVILLE COMMUNITY BAND

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Gandalfe

27 Dec 2016 | 07:21 |  Written by Kirsten Abel, Features Writer When Jim Glass called to inquire about auditioning for the Woodinville Community Band in 2001, he was asked just one question: “Do you own an instrument?” Since then, … Continue reading →

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Chickens, rats, and a trap

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Gandalfe

The trouble with the rat race is that even if you win, you’re still a rat. ~ Lily Tomlin We had a growing rat problem, not in the coop … yet. But still, seeing 6 to 8 rats in the … Continue reading →

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Chickens, oh my …

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Gandalfe

I like chicken a lot because chicken is generous – that is to say, it’s obedient. It will do whatever you tell it to do.  ~ Maya Angelou This Spring we finally picked up four female chicken. There they are … Continue reading →

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Sax Pinkie Key Madness

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Gandalfe

“One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” ~ Bob Marley Practicing for an upcoming concert and this little pinkie key run (at milepost 92) is kickin’ my hindermost. Still, it’s a lovely line, very … Continue reading →

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Composition of Love and Family

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Gandalfe

Nothing goes by luck in composition. It allows of no tricks. The best you can write will be the best you are. ~ Henry David Thoreau Just before my senior year in high school, my dad was relocated to Minneapolis … Continue reading →

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Ray Guyll, music teacher extraordinaire and my friend

Posted on November 2, 2014 by Gandalfe

To his many friends and all ships at sea, RAY HAS LEFT THE BUILDING! A great light has been extinguished.  I am so, so sorry. “SO LONG PAL.” ~ Bill Sheehan Suzy and I have lost an amazing music teacher … Continue reading →

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A Cold Summer for the Emerald City in 2014

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Gandalfe

“Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.” ~ Anthony J. D’Angelo I’m sitting here finishing some projects and looking out the window here near the Emerald City aka Seattle. Mid to high 50s most … Continue reading →

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Project du Jour: Little Free Libraries

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Gandalfe

“If you want to get laid, go to college. If you want an education, go to the library.” ~ Frank Zappa Recently a friend of mine reminded me of the Little Free Libraries. Lauren is building her first house and … Continue reading →

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Abandoned, Photos from Another Time

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Gandalfe

“In art and dream may you proceed with abandon. In life may you proceed with balance and stealth.” ~ Patti Smith This photo is taken from Jake Heppner’s The 38 Most Haunting Abandoned Places On Earth. For Some Reason, I … Continue reading →

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