Elegy for Franklin Elegy for Franklin The perception of $100. A harsh look at the professional musician's declining wage scale. The Pursuit of Audio Perfection The Pursuit of Audio Perfection "The pursuit of perfection, is all very well. But to look for Heaven is to live here in Hell" -- Sting, who couldn't have said it better when it comes to buying audio gear.
The Life Cycle of a Plant The Life Cycle of a Plant Using the metaphor of a plant to better understand musical performances. Originality vs. Self Expression Originality vs. Self Expression "I believe that originality for the sake of originality is inherently unmusical..."
Cut and Paste Arranging Cut and Paste Arranging What's wrong with cut and paste arranging? WAVE Goodbye Smooth jazz stations are disappearing from the airwaves faster than the new Britney Spears record. Is the format dying?
How Is Jazz Like Chess? How Is Jazz Like Chess? How is jazz like chess? A different take on an old idea. Austin Biel's Farewell Blog As the multi-talented pianist/singer packed up for the move to Florida last week, he documented his farewell gig at Ruggles.
Memories Of Maynard Memories Of Maynard The death of Maynard Ferguson is a coda to an amazing career, leaving a big stamp on our writer's life... iPod Accessories: Making A Beautiful Thing Beautifuller iPod Accessories: Making A Beautiful Thing Beautifuller Did you get an iPod for Christmas? Looking for the coolest, most useful add-on's? Take a gander right here...