Lord Byng Band, Senior Wind Ensemble Write-up

April 9th, 2007

De-deesh-kawnk Ju-nee-yo-hoo-sa… Out of all the courses that you take, can you imagine one where the whole class whispers a mythical Aboriginal chant together? Or one where students show up, no matter the freezing rain or scorching heat, at 7:20 in the morning? Or, best yet, a class where 58 students meet up at 4:00… Continue reading...

Wherever Music Takes You

April 4th, 2007

As some of you probably already know, I’m a saxophone player who’s really into music (jazz, classical, latin… you name it!).

Today, I’d like to talk about one of my favourite radio stations. CBC Radio 2 is a 24/7 radio station that features all types of music. From Classical music in the mornings to… Continue reading...

The Fruit of Organized Sound

March 29th, 2007

It produces a beautiful and unique sound that no other instrument can truly match; ranging from a deep, expressive tune to a flight of soaring, melodious harmonics, a saxophone’s ability to sing heart-warming songs still amazes me till this day.

I was first introduced to this extraordinary instrument back when I was just a little boy… Continue reading...

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