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Great Music

Blitzen Trapper: Furr
By far one of the best records released in 2008. This record by Portland's experimental folk group "Blitzen Trapper" is among the greatest I've heard in a while. All songs are crafted with the utmost care and with a visionary creativity. Check this band out for sure!
Placebo: Battle For The Sun
An incredible new album from one of Britain's greatest bands. A unique and powerful voice leads this power-trio's unique sound.
M. Ward: Hold Time
M. Ward's latest offering serves up a new batch of amazing material. A modern-day troubadour, Ward writes introspective and poignant music reflective of the society we live in.
Gandharvas: A Soap Bubble And Inertia
This debut record from one of London's best bands ever is an incredible piece of creative genius. Inspired songs reminiscent of Blind Melon crossed with Jane's Addiction in their indie prime.
Buddy Guy: Sweet Tea
A great record from a great artist. This is a good place to start if you're into Buddy's sound. Considered by many to be Buddy's best work.
Asian Dub Foundation: Rafi's Revenge
This classic record by English dub band Asian Dub Foundation is one for the collection, if you can find it. This record is innovative, different and very interesting. Check it out!
Alice in Chains: Black Gives Way To Blue
Alice in Chains, a band that is a necessary mention in terms of 90s musical canon, returns with a new album. Layne Staley's signature vocal is replaced by William DuVall, a voice that is respectful of the past of the band but also interested in carving a new future for them. This new record released September 29th is definitely worth a look.

Noteworthy Reads

Glenn White: The Audio Dictionary
Many terms and definitions native only to the audio field can be found in this book. Great reference for beginners to pros.
Huber & Runstein: Modern Recording Techniques
A great and updated resource for students of digital recording. This book encapsulates many important issues and introduces some advanced ones. A must for the serious student.

Rehearsal Schedule - week of Sept 8

Monday - 7:15am percussion ensemble - everyone
3:00 - all percussion students
Tuesday - 7:15 am Senior Band
Wednesday - 7:15am - Black Jazz
3:00pm- White Jazz
Thursday - 7:15am - senior band
Musical ride day! Be prepared. See related post.
Friday - 7:15am Intermediate Band

Posted on September 07, 2008 at 09:40 PM in Rehearsal Schedules | Permalink

Please note

This weblog will be archived on Friday, August 1st in preparation for next year. Please get any old content you wish to keep by this point. Also, look for a slew of new content to be published throughout August (including recordings of rep for next year and music council information.)

I hope everyone is having a good summer!

Posted on July 30, 2008 at 01:46 PM | Permalink

Band Coats

This is a note to Senior Band members who ordered a coat this year. The coats, as of 1:30pm today, are available in the music room for pickup. Please try be here by Friday to pick up your coat. Thank you!

Posted on June 25, 2008 at 01:57 PM in Senior Band | Permalink

Attn: Percussion Ensemble 2008-09

Please remember we are meeting Monday, June 16 2008 at 7:15am if you are involved with Blue Rhythm Quintet. This will be our last meeting before next year.

Thanks

Posted on June 15, 2008 at 06:42 PM in Rehearsal Schedules | Permalink

Attn: Percussion Ensemble

To the folks involved with "Blue Rhythm Quintet" for next year. Please remember we are rehearsing on Wednesday and Thursday morning this week. 7:15am. See you then.

Posted on June 10, 2008 at 07:09 PM in Rehearsal Schedules, SHDHS Percussion Ensemble | Permalink | Comments (0)

Great Movies

Michael Clayton (Widescreen)
Michael Clayton is an intense legal drama that defies a number of conventions of the genre. A pleasant breath of fresh air in terms of Hollywood "drama", this film proves that all you need is a good story, told well, to make a great movie.
Back to the Future: The Complete Trilogy (Widescreen, 3 Discs)
A guilty pleasure, the Back to the Future trilogy is a standout work in the nostalgic minds of many. That said, there are some interesting cinematic techniques used to combine footage of the original with the sequels and some intelligent storytelling. Highly recommended.
Memento (Widescreen Limited Edition) [2 Discs]
The story of a man with short-term memory loss framed in a groundbreaking narrative shell. Director Chris Nolan tells this story in reverse, beginning with the end and working sequentially backwards towards the beginning of the situation. The direction forces viewers to question what a beginning and an end are, and allows us to feel as our main character does, never knowing what happened just before what is happening in the here and now. Brilliant.
Good Night, and Good Luck
"Without force-feeding its timely message, Good Night, and Good Luck illuminates history to enlighten our present, when the need for a free and independent press is more important than ever"