August 14, 2007
by Joe
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Jason Heath recently noted some book recommendations for musicians from Chicago bassist Greg Sarchet. I have a few of my own that I’d like to add to the mix! Zander, Rosamund, and Benjamin Zander. The Art of Possibility –I complained … Continue reading
July 2, 2007
by Joe
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Below is the talk I gave at the opening of the memorial service for my grandfather, Edwin Lee Ellis, last Saturday night at The Athenian School in Danville, California: My grandfather was always very eager to start off each holiday … Continue reading
March 17, 2007
by Joe
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I’m done. I was up until 3:30 AM last night finishing up final papers, got three hours of sleep, and woke up and kept at it until just now. I am so done with this quarter. Now on to the … Continue reading
March 4, 2007
by Joe
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In Oregon’s Jackson County, 15 library branches are set to close due to lack of funding. How is this possible in modern America, where a county cannot afford to keep any of their libraries open? I am a huge proponent … Continue reading
February 23, 2007
by Joe
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I received this email today from the University of Denver. The essence of it is: Don’t upgrade to Vista or Office 2007. I thought I’d repost it here, with my own emphasis added for flavor: To: University of Denver Students … Continue reading