Jazz legend Artie Shaw achieved much in his lifetime, but was not satisfied with any of it. Known by most as a brilliant jazz clarinetist and bandleader, he formed and broke up at least five successful ensembles, was married eight times (to Hollywood icons like Lana Turner and Ava Gardner, among others), survived a stint […]
I Wanna Be Like You – Stories from the Jungle
Now and then throughout your life journey, you will likely come across a person, place, item, or event that reminds you of something from your childhood. These different reminders may happen more than once, but point you to the same memory from your formative years. For me, a few of these reminders harkened back to […]
Discover Your Music Connections
I just had a very cool discussion about music with my relatively new boss. When I told him I play trumpet, he told me about a couple of his family members from earlier generations, one of whom performed with Louis Armstrong. My boss also played alto sax in his school jazz band, and his daughter […]
My Favorite Musical Pieces
Music is my religion. Whether I’m listening or performing, my favorite pieces provoke strong emotions and/or provide enjoyment or relaxation. I’m sure most of you are the same with your favorites. Recorded or live, slow or fast, with others or alone: The right chords, rhythms, and (sometimes) words can transcend this crude matter called a […]
Interview – Pete BarenBregge
Name: Peter BarenBregge City, State of Residence: Venice, FL Occupation: Retired Favorite Instrument to Play: Tenor Saxophone By all accounts, Mr. BarenBregge is a professional musician. A small list of his accomplishments include: earning a student scholarship to the famed Stan Kenton Jazz Camp; teaching public school instrumental music in Wilmington, Delaware; directing the United […]