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Adolphe Sax A few weeks ago I was chatting about music in a small circle of classical musicians. I happened to mention that the saxophone is one of the few instruments that was actually invented by one person, as opposed to an evolution over the years. One person commented, “yes, and we’ve been cursing Adolphe Sax’s name since its invention.” Ouch! This comment was only partly in jest. The saxophone has its lovers and its detractors, but it is indeed one of the few instruments we can cite as an invention. Most instruments evolve over decades and even centuries. The flute used to be made of wood. The piano came from a long line of keyboard evolutions including the harpsichord and the clavichord. And the trumpets lived without valves for a long time. Today, November 6, we note the 200th birthday of Adolphe Sax. Mr. Sax was born in 1814 in the town of Dinart which was part of France, later annexed by the Netherlands. It was common at the time to follow in your father’s footsteps as far as a trade. Adolphe’s father was a cabinetmaker and inventive enough to provide musical instruments for a Dutch army band when ordered to do so. Adolphe took to the business of instrument making, eventually producing a new and improved bass clarinet and exhibiting nine music related inventions at the 1840 Belgian Industrial Fair Exhibition. Paris was the capital of musical life in France and Adolphe moved there to seek his fortune. His idea to combine the fluency of a woodwind instrument with the power of a brass instrument was met with encouragement by the composer Berlios, also a music critic. This stamp of approval encouraged Adolphe to pursue production of seven different sizes of saxophones and the instrument gained popularity in opera orchestras as well as military bands. The rest of Adolphe’s life was not happy in a storybook fashion. He spent most of his energies defending himself from lawsuits from other instrument inventors who claimed they conceived of the saxophone first. One of his sons, Adolphe-Edouard, followed him into the business and maintained his instrument making workshop, which was eventually bought by the Selmer company. To this day Selmer still has the highest reputation for their saxophone manufacturing. Adolphe Sax received his patent for the saxophone in 1846, making it the youngest of the wind instruments and far too late to have been written for by the great Baroque, Classical and Romantic composers. Adolphe never knew that the saxophone would become the most popular of jazz instruments on another continent and be the first choice of many young musicians in the fourth and fifth grades. The seven sizes of the saxophone have been whittled down to mostly the soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone. But if you would like to hear the whole gamut of the instrument, including the bass and the massive contrabass, I suggest looking for the album by Scott Robinson, a multi-instrumentalist who played every size of saxophone when he recorded “Thinking Big” on Arbors Records in 1997. Mr. Robinson’s obsession with saxophones, especially the contrabass, is well known in music circles. When I interviewed him in 1997 he related how the story of his frantic search to acquire a contrabass ended with success: Scott Robinson MR: You have an album coming out with a contrabass? SR: Yeah. That instrument I never even dreamed of getting, because there’s so few in the world, there’s like a dozen in the world. But I did happen to meet somebody in Rome, I told them I was looking for old instruments, and he says, “oh there’s this giant saxophone in an antique shop.” And I really didn’t believe him, because people say, “oh yeah, it’s like higher than that door.” And then you go look at it and it’s a baritone. That kind of thing happens all the time. But this guy was for real. His name was Enrico. And he was for real with this. And he sent me pictures of it. And I was out of my mind, you know I couldn’t sleep. But there again, the guy didn’t want to sell it. But he had it just standing up in his antique furniture shop, and he had canes and umbrellas and stuff down inside it. And that took two and a half years. Finally the guy parted with it and my friend brought it over in a big box the size of a phone booth. I picked him up at the airport and we brought the thing home, and it’s just unbelievable. And the amazing thing is how small the bass sax looks next to this. The bass saxophone just — I busted out laughing. We dragged them both out in the yard and we stood them up and the contrabass and then the bass sax is just down here. MR: So this is an octave below a baritone sax? SR: Yeah. But it seems proportionately larger somehow than what you would think. I mean it’s at least twice the size of the bass sax. Amazing. Taller than me and I’m six-four nearly. You might want to view Mr. Robinson playing the contrabass in this story on CNN. When rock & roll entered the scene in the 50s, many wind instruments were replaced by the electric guitar. Perhaps because of its ability to convey intense emotion, the saxophone survived and is often featured in many rock & roll instrumentals. Our previous blog detailing more about the instrument, “The Saxophone Survives,” can be read here. In addition to its popularity, the saxophone also must be the most misspelled instrument. Please note the O in the middle, not an A, as I have seen countless times. Happy Birthday Adolphe Sax.
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Blues are slated to be big this Fall, and I love the shades Pantone includes in their Fall Color Report, especially when paired with the trendy neutral, Aluminum. Classic blues and silver-grays were the colors I chose to work with for today's A Time to Stitch Challenge hosted by Christine Altmiller and Therese Frank. Our challenge was to take one stitch and make three designs with it, changing up the beads in each - either the size, color, shape or finish. The purpose of our exercise was to observe how bead choices affect the overall character of the design. My stitch for this challenge is right angle weave and the design is the very chic O. Mosaic Cuff from Rachel Nelson Smith's Seed Bead Fusion. My first cuff is five rows wide in blue pewter and sterling silver size 15 Japanese charlottes. Bright Cobalt is the star of this cuff with accents of the not-quite-gray, not-quite silver Aluminum. Light and delicate, the cut surfaces of the charlottes shimmer metallic on the wrist and give this cuff a definite special-occasion quality. Rachel offers several design options for the cuff and I took this one directly from the pages of her book. Still the O. Mosaic pattern, but for my second piece, I came up with my own design variation. Color blocking and round size 11 seed beads make this version instantly more casual. I went bi-tonal with the Aluminum, weaving in a matte and a metallic shade with the classic blue. At four rows wide, it's the same width as the charlotte version, but the slightly larger beads, smooth surfaces, and combination of finishes make this cuff appear much heavier. I'm just starting my third design. At three rows of size 15's, it will be a skinny version. The blue is royal, the silver-gray is understated, and I think the minimal matte-metallic gold is really going to pop! This has been a fun and very enlightening exploration of bead choices and how they impact the finished design. Many thanks to Christine and Therese for continuing to challenge all of us. (I, for one, am hoping there will be more!) I hope you'll have time to check out the work of all the participating designers: Hosts: Therese Christine Participants Kim Maryanne Lola Dagi Shirley LiliKrist Amy Crystie Sally Cynthia Bobbie LizE Becky Pancake Karin G. Ana Wendy Mary H. Jasvanti
A spin-off series from the hit manga Gangsta that tells the backstory of Marco Adriano. The man named Marco Adriano is a loyal and beloved member of the Cristiano Family, helping them protect the persecuted Twilight population in the city of Ergastulum. But he was once a boy code-named "Spas," raised as a Hunter and assigned to the Destroyers Second Group for a single purpose: to track down and kill Twilights. Spas has lost the sense of justice that gave his life meaning. Striker still lives only for the thrill of the hunt. The rift between their moral stances forces Spas to break the promise they'd once made to each other, initiating a bloody parting that will scar them both forever. The final volume of Marco Adriano's hidden history of savagery and redemption.; Pagination: 192 pages; Date of Publication: 11/07/2019
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Every piece of clothing has a back story... This is a one of a kind upcycled flannel jacket worh The Mountains are Calling and I Must Go! sewn to the back. I love finding these well loved flannels, and then the perfect story for the back! What's your backstory? I am selective of the pieces I choose. However, they are all upcycled and well loved so they may show some wear and tear. Please make sure to ask me all questions before you order. I don't accept returns or exchanges. Thank you for your understanding.
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Bold and the Beautiful started Luna Nozawa out on a strange note from the get-go, as her mother, Poppy Nozawa, became mortified when she heard she was in LA and working at Forrester Creations on the CBS soap.
Exclusive collaboration between O S A Y x MAISONETTE.COM Your new day-in, day-out, flats. Designed for style and comfort. Create the ease of a slide or put the heels upright to enjoy as stylish loafers. DETAILS: Upper sole, insole, sole: Upcycled Leather Insole: Foam Handmade by artisans in Tunisia FIT AND CARE Learn More BRAND BACKSTORY MAISONETTE is an online shopping destination for Mommy-and-Me style seekers of unique, high-quality children's clothing brands, accessories, home decor, and more.
🎤 Meet Blake Sterling, the Newsroom Legend! 🎤 Introducing Blake Sterling, the puppet who’s been delivering the news longer than the internet has existed! With a voice as smooth as his plaid suit and a smile that can light up even the darkest newsroom, Blake is here to keep you informed and entertained. Whether it’s breaking news or just a chat about the weather, Blake’s your go-to guy for the latest scoop! Blake’s Backstory 📺 Blake Sterling started his career in the golden age of television, becoming a household name with his sharp wit, impeccable style, and those iconic glasses. Known for his catchphrase, “Now that’s the real news!” Blake’s been on the front lines of history, from moon landings to the invention of the toaster strudel. Now retired from the nightly news, Blake spends his days giving lectures at the Pubbets Academy, where he teaches young puppets the art of journalism with a side of humor. But don’t let his age fool you—Blake’s still got it, and he’s ready to be the star of your next puppet show! Five Fun Ways to Use Blake Sterling Puppet Newsroom: Set up a mini newsroom at home or in the classroom where Blake Sterling can deliver daily “news” reports. It’s a fun way to discuss current events or even make up your own wacky headlines! Classroom Debates: Use Blake as a moderator for classroom debates. His calm, authoritative demeanor will add a professional touch, and his catchphrase “Now that’s the real news!” can be used to punctuate the end of each debate. Storytelling Sessions: Let Blake lead your storytelling sessions. Whether it’s reading a classic tale or improvising a new story, Blake’s charming personality will keep everyone engaged. Public Speaking Practice: Help kids (or adults!) practice public speaking by having them interact with Blake. He can ask questions, provide feedback, or just be a friendly face in the audience. Social Media Star: Create short, humorous video clips of Blake delivering “breaking news” or funny commentary and share them on social media. His iconic look and charismatic personality are sure to make him a hit online! What's in the Box 1. Blake Sterling: The Newsroom Legend Puppet 2. Protective Carry Bag 3. Exclusive Sticker Set 4. Exclusive Access: Pubbets Academy on Facebook with our 10-part Intro to Puppetry course! Free Worldwide Shipping Enjoy FREE Worldwide Shipping on your Blake Sterling puppet. Blake will be carefully delivered to your doorstep in 14 to 21 days from our distribution center. Need your puppet sooner? We offer express shipping (5 to 7 days) for an additional $25 USD.
Rep. George Santos once falsely claimed that he was a college volleyball star at Baruch University, a school he now admits he never attended. His ex-boss Pablo Oliveira, however, was a star player on Baruch's volleyball team around the same time.
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