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Putting it into Perspective

Sometimes you just suck. Its one of those days where one or more things are not going right. It could be a physical problem -...

The Usability of Data and Feedback

Usability is a big buzzword in web and computer design. With empirical data, countless reports and studies can guide developers towards making better, more user-friendly...

You Know More Than You Think

I am not a huge proponent of Freudian psychology but I do appreciate some aspects of Jungian theory. For the unitiated, Carl Jung pioneered the...

Black and Blue

From the Oh Get a Grip blog (viewer discretion advised on this link),  a story: From dance I went to band. My favorite cousin played the...

The Buzzword

Greg Sandow makes a really good argument for music programs at institutions of higher learning to start teaching more classes on entrepreneurship in his...

How to Annoy Bassoonists Yet Amuse the Low Brass

I absolutely must know how this is done. This is possibly the most ultimate horn-player party trick. Ever.

Musicians as Actors

A former teacher long ago used to regularly remind me that musicians are like actors. Music is full of character and a good musician worth...

Smokin’ Graas

With thanks to Valerie Wells - here is more information about hornist John Graas. A very active musician in the 1940-1950's, Graas carved his own path...
Fuzzy chin, smooth lip.

Vacation Beards and 2010 New Year Resolutions

Irritation and humor. During a week of vacation like this one I can boycott shaving. I let it all go for one whole week and...

Backstage: Angels Seen on High

During Arizona Opera productions I like to regress to the green room of symphony hall to relax. During an intermission break at a recent...