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Posted by JIm on February 05, 2003 at 21:43:53:

A great number of posts concern extremely minor concerns of "perfect tuning" and "centering of sound," as well as how which horns to use to play a certain type of music. People, let's be honest here; only 1 out of 1000 of us really needs to be able to play with such focus on such minutiae. Is it not possible to just enjoy playing for playing's sake? Oh, before you dismiss me, know that I have played professionally for 30+ years (yes - symphonic work). I have been fortunate enough to play on many fine instruments (but owning only a Mirafone BBb - no special features such as specially positioned tuning slides). My directors and performing partners never once questioning my abilities or choice of horn and LEAST OF ALL, the audience. The music was simply enjoyed and appreciated. I am 100% deaf, now....I have the memories that those of you horn snobs will never appreciate - simple playing enjoyment.


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