Nessun Dorma
Saturday, September 8th, 2007I am sure that a moment like this: was part of the inspiration that led to this:
Archive for the ‘Life Itself’ Category
I am sure that a moment like this: was part of the inspiration that led to this:
The Importance of Mentor
Sunday, August 19th, 2007Finding the right mentor is more important than anything else. This quote struck me as a perfect example of the mentor-disciple relationship: Confronted with a sudden, near-lethal dose of humility, my mind hatched an insane plan. Acting with cleverness and boldness unmatched before or since, I started looking for Wil Shipley. ...
Recommended Music Reads
Tuesday, August 14th, 2007Jason 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 loudly when I was in Ben's orchestra rehearsals, and thought he was ...
8 Random Things
Saturday, July 14th, 2007I've been hit with a meme. I usually ignore these. It's like getting hit with a tax bill. Or a subpoena. But for a couple of reasons I'm following up on this one. First of all, it came about because of very special circumstances that are close to me - ...
Some things for the future
Saturday, July 7th, 2007Well, so far this year has been tough at best, so it is time to look forward. As I sit here suffering a thankfully rare but severe reaction to gluten that will undoubtedly keep me awake the rest of this evening, I am contemplating what things I need to do to ...
