This blog is dedicated to my black labrador, BJ‘s best friend, Tanzi, a rhodesian ridgeback owned by my friend and colleague Charles Monteiro. I received the heartbreaking news the other day that Tanzi contracted lymphoma. There was never a sweeter, gentler dog and I and my dog both love him (which is rare for him given he is pretty particular). Everyone wish Tanzi well on his 26 week therapy to lick this. You can visit Charles’ medical log about it and see some other great pics of the handsome fella. If any of you might have any knowledge or info to share on Tanzi’s condition please visit the page and…
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Jimmy Raney speaks again! on Youtube
It’s a great pleasure to present pieces of Jimmy’s marvelous 1993 master class to the world, finally. Those who enjoyed the first video a little while back will enjoy this one as well. As per usual, it’s not just about music, but rather the thoughts and insights of deep human being with understandings of things that most of us have to catch up with. As always a breath a fresh air. Again there are analogies made between language and music as I alluded to in follow up comments on the previous blog. Using your ear and learning from people who do it well is the key. Pay attention to what…