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(I don’t know where this was published originally.) KEYBOARDS & MUSIC Myths, Part II: The Myth of Improvisation I was talking last issue about how the process of learning depends on copying what other people have done. There’s a myth Continue reading The Myth of Improvisation, by Chick Corea
I just feel the need to express myself about academic dishonesty. I guess it’s the season. There is no great time and place to do it because it might come off as a bit of a harsh or indulgent rant. Continue reading On academic dishonesty, ick
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In Feb 2023, I joined a rock album project already in progress. The album is “Echolalia” by the group Cheer Up Cheer Up out of San Marcos, TX. I play trombone on three tracks, I think, none of which are Continue reading New rock album – Echolalia
In Oct 2022 – Jan 2023 I joined a ska album project in Austin, TX that was already in progress. I played trombone and sang backups on all the tracks, I think. The album is still in mastering right now, Continue reading New ska album – Intergalactic Beach Party
This is an embedded Microsoft Office presentation, powered by Office. I’m curious to know (1) if everyone can view this file even without being logged into a TXST account, and (2) if the file is still viewable by anyone after Continue reading Animation of energy in a refrigerator
We were just handed down these incredible perhaps-one-of-a-kind prints of Miles Davis c. 1970 through a connection with the original photographer. I’m in awe and a bit stunned. As for actions to take, I thought at least the images should Continue reading unique Miles Davis photos
I’m registered as a writer and a publisher with ASCAP. I don’t know how to use these yet!
Reflection on CFBT
This is the ska band I was in back in Houston from 1994-1998. I personally appear on Ninety-Nine Paid (1995), How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Ska (1997), and Panic Button (2000). I think Panic Button was Continue reading The Suspects from Houston, TX