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by Ron Thorne
March 4th, 2016, 10:23 am
Forum: Other Music
Topic: Tool Music
Replies: 10
Views: 13256

Re: Tool Music

Wow, a giant music box ala Rube Goldberg. Insanely creative.

Glad you found this, bluenoter.
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by Ron Thorne
March 3rd, 2016, 7:25 pm
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Only in Alaska!
Replies: 97
Views: 106495

Re: Only in Alaska!

  Anchorage Is Out Of Snow! http://www.ktuu.com/image/view/-/21126264/highRes/6/-/opngw4/-/KTUU-png.png UPDATE: Fairbanks snow arrives in Anchorage by train Paula Dobbyn/KTUU POSTED: 05:00 PM AKST Mar 02, 2016 UPDATED: 09:41 AM AKST Mar 03, 2016 Anchorage is officially out of snow, according to the ...
by Ron Thorne
March 3rd, 2016, 11:37 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Re: Down But Not Out

Jazzooo wrote:Nice looking kit!

Thanks. Yeah, and it plays nicely and sounds terrific, too. It's my son Darren's kit, a Pearl Custom Session series. He's mostly a bassist, but wanted a kit for recording, and our other son, Justin, is a drummer, so ... Justin supplied the cymbals. :music:
by Ron Thorne
March 3rd, 2016, 11:30 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: So, Like…I Just Got Married!
Replies: 9
Views: 14420

Re: So, Like…I Just Got Married!

I couldn't resist, Doug.

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by Ron Thorne
March 3rd, 2016, 11:27 am
Forum: Jazz News
Topic: "Charlie Parker's Yardbird" Opera
Replies: 1
Views: 882

"Charlie Parker's Yardbird" Opera

http://jazztimes.com/images/ui/logo_jt.gif 02/29/16 Apollo Theater Announces Charlie Parker–Related Events In conjunction with NYC premiere of "Charlie Parker's Yardbird" opera By JazzTimes Harlem's Apollo Theater, which previously announced that it will present the New York premiere of t...
by Ron Thorne
March 2nd, 2016, 7:36 pm
Forum: Jazztalk Central
Topic: Jazz Birthdays
Replies: 1196
Views: 551085

Re: Jazz Birthdays

Happy Birthday ...




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Jimmy Garrison
March 3, 1934 – April 7, 1976
by Ron Thorne
March 2nd, 2016, 5:15 pm
Forum: Jazz News
Topic: Ron Carter Named Artist-in-Residence at Detroit Jazz Fest
Replies: 0
Views: 1424

Ron Carter Named Artist-in-Residence at Detroit Jazz Fest

http://jazztimes.com/images/ui/logo_jt.gif 03/01/16 Ron Carter Named Artist-in-Residence at Detroit Jazz Fest Will perform in several different capacities By JazzTimes The Detroit Jazz Festival, taking place Sept. 2-5, has announced that bassist Ron Carter will be its 2016 Artist-in-Residence. Cart...
by Ron Thorne
March 2nd, 2016, 4:59 pm
Forum: Jazztalk Central
Topic: Jazz Birthdays
Replies: 1196
Views: 551085

Re: Jazz Birthdays

Happy Birthday ... http://marcmyers.typepad.com/.a/6a00e008dca1f088340192ac0b8002970d-500wi Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis March 2, 1922 – November 3, 1986 http://www.allaboutjazz.com/media/large/e/7/6/d2b1e2b3af97336f9c72a5a2f9ced.jpg Larry Carlton March 2, 1948 http://www.bluenote.com/cdn/mceupl...
by Ron Thorne
March 1st, 2016, 11:45 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: So, Like…I Just Got Married!
Replies: 9
Views: 14420

Re: So, Like…I Just Got Married!

Congratulations, Doug and Denise! :#1:

Please share the photos when you can.
by Ron Thorne
March 1st, 2016, 11:42 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: MLB — 2016
Replies: 12
Views: 17739

MLB — 2016

Hope springs eternal! I'm watching my first spring training baseball game of the year, the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Toronto Blue Jays. Bring it on!! :D


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by Ron Thorne
February 29th, 2016, 10:21 pm
Forum: Jazztalk Central
Topic: Jazz Birthdays
Replies: 1196
Views: 551085

Re: Jazz Birthdays

Happy Birthday ... http://www.jazzmusicarchives.com/images/artists/barrett-deems-20150712120215.jpg Barrett Deems March 1, 1914 – September 15, 1998 http://mediad.publicbroadcasting.net/p/khpr/files/styles/x_large/public/201511/Glenn_Miller_Billboard.jpg Glenn Miller March 1, 1904 – December 15, 19...
by Ron Thorne
February 29th, 2016, 7:19 pm
Forum: Jazztalk Central
Topic: Jazz Videos
Replies: 322
Views: 423834

Re: Jazz Videos

by Ron Thorne
February 29th, 2016, 1:41 pm
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Re: Down But Not Out

Saturday ... Home again, home again, jiggity jig. Patti & I had a (mostly) smooth flight from Seattle, with the usual turbulence approaching Anchorage. We toasted with sparkling wine. I wish I could show you the incredibly beautiful view we had of Mt. McKinley (Denali) & For...
by Ron Thorne
February 29th, 2016, 1:39 pm
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Re: Down But Not Out

After landing in Seattle we settled into the new Alaska Airlines Board Room for our 2-hour layover. They provide complimentary soup, salad, fresh cut vegetables, bagels, muffins, pastries, juices, coffee and a full bar. Pretty comfy, too. Just what the doctor ordered. https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbc...
by Ron Thorne
February 29th, 2016, 1:33 pm
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Re: Down But Not Out

From Saturday ... "Coco" came to give me some love and say goodbye. Sweet. Then, it was one last look at the beautiful flowers in bloom at Darren & Brenda's and on to the airport. https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/t31.0-8/11057887_10208930906216970_1244975777990071...
by Ron Thorne
February 29th, 2016, 1:15 pm
Forum: Jazztalk Central
Topic: Jazz Birthdays
Replies: 1196
Views: 551085

Re: Jazz Birthdays

Happy Birthday ...




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Richie Cole
February 29, 1948


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Jimmy Dorsey
February 29, 1904 – June 12, 1957
by Ron Thorne
February 26th, 2016, 5:53 pm
Forum: Jazz News
Topic: Coltrane Church Told To Relocate
Replies: 2
Views: 1321

Coltrane Church Told To Relocate

http://a.s.kqed.net/img/nav/logo-kqed-printable.png Coltrane Church Told By San Francisco Sheriff It Has a Week To Relocate http://ww2.kqed.org/arts/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/02/Contrane-Church-ArtCROP-e1456359306726.jpg By Kevin L. Jones February 24, 2016 A representative from the San Franci...
by Ron Thorne
February 26th, 2016, 5:35 pm
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Re: Down But Not Out

I'm feeling better and stronger each day, and looking forward to going home. In the meantime, we're in good hands and a lovely environment. Here are some snapshots from today. https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpl1/v/t1.0-9/12744672_10208925531802613_63834062636549781_n.jpg?oh=59...
by Ron Thorne
February 26th, 2016, 9:32 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Re: Down But Not Out

On Wednesday we headed to the ocean for a favorite fish & chips lunch spot in Malibu, my first outing since since being discharged. Progress! While waiting, I couldn't resist taking a shot of Sophie's classic school desk next to me. She's added her hospital Visitors Pass to the mix....
by Ron Thorne
February 26th, 2016, 9:25 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

We weighed the facts, and based upon the way I'm feeling and improving, Patti booked our return to Alaska for this weekend. That still gives me time for more rest, light exercise and the benefits of this environment, which are considerable. Until then, I'll be spending more time on this lov...
by Ron Thorne
February 26th, 2016, 9:01 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Earlier this week ...

Hangin' out in a favorite spot while staying cool & hydrated. My sensitive skin reveals what a week of IVs, shots, pinching & squeezing did to my arms. No pain, though. https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtl1/v/t1.0-9/12742173_10208892983908936_3196350031262733487_n.jpg?oh=49c...
by Ron Thorne
February 24th, 2016, 9:32 am
Forum: Jazztalk Central
Topic: Jazz Birthdays
Replies: 1196
Views: 551085

Re: Jazz Birthdays

Happy Birthday ...




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David "Fathead" Newman
February 24, 1933 – January 20, 2009
by Ron Thorne
February 24th, 2016, 9:16 am
Forum: Jazztalk Central
Topic: What Are You Listening To?
Replies: 575
Views: 468434

Re: What Are You Listening To?

What a wonderful way to wake up in sunny southern California while recuperating. Terrific stuff!


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by Ron Thorne
February 21st, 2016, 10:30 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Re: Down But Not Out

Patti & I are extremely fortunate to have this time for me to heal in a family environment. The vibes are terrific, inside and out. The sun felt especially good and the temperature was perfect. Sublime. https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfl1/v/t1.0-9/12729253_10208881930112598_452085...
by Ron Thorne
February 20th, 2016, 10:31 am
Forum: The Alley
Topic: Down But Not Out
Replies: 23
Views: 26771

Re: Down But Not Out

I'm sprung from the hospital! Finally. It's been quite an ordeal, but thanks to a terrific doctor, many fine nurses, and my loving family's support, I'm now back in our son's home. We'll stay in California for a while, awaiting a new portable oxygen concentrator and regaining a little strength. I sh...

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