The Fender Princeton Amp is hear in the PALM Studio. It sounds lush, juicy and wonderful. I am so glad to have one of these amps back in the studio for the Fender Strat.
20051231
Fender Princeton Amp is in NJ
The Fender Princeton Amp is hear in the PALM Studio. It sounds lush, juicy and wonderful. I am so glad to have one of these amps back in the studio for the Fender Strat.
Happy New Year
Wow its been a year, I have been back in NJ for two years now, I still feel like I belong in CA but I will still be in NJ for some time. It will be interesting to see what the new year brings. I am looking forward to my relationships growing this year, my music, and meeting new people. It has been a hard year at work at PH and the ER but I think I am beginning to feel better now. I look forward to my small trips this year and making some really good music. Well Happy New Year and do something good for you and another this year. Peace be With You All.
My PSP Vintage Warmer.
This plug in is so nice. I found out about if on Jami Bonks web page and
it really makes a nice diffrence in Logic 7 Express, I am using a Shure KSM 44
Mic into a Pro Sonus Fire Box and then in to Logic 7 Express. Great pice of
software 150.00 and worth every penney. Thanks
20051230
ubushina
ubushina
ubushina
We call our site ubushina, which is the birth of things that are brought into life by the creators' hands. The ubushina site is the largest and most comprehensive network linking Japan's great craftsmen to modern day creative professionals. The ubushina site uniquely introduces its service to artists, architects and designers,so they can utilize the remarkable materials, beauty and skill that has long been used in Japanese craftsmanship.
(Via Mo Co Loco)
Well things are looking up. I have been working and updateing my lap top with all new software and its amazing that I can really do all that I need from my mac. I just finished a rough draft for the cd cover and will now work on the inserts. I loaded a program called Memorex exPressit but it got rid of all my doc settings uh bummer just redid the doc.
20051229
I am tired
Well its almost the new year. What have I done with this year? Well I have stayed working at Princeton Med Center in the ER and PH. I have been with Kathy for a year now. Wow where did that time go? I have been writing music this year and have been focused on getting that all together. I have fired my former agent and have made a decision to not trust someone else for the future development of any of my projects or ventures. While I long to have a partner and friend or team to do something with I realize that it is me who needs to focus and make it happen. I hope this new year will be more finalizing of my music vision and dreams. I also hope to have more time with my girls.
20051228
Princeton Fender 1968 Amp
This is the Fender Amp on the way from Florida today. Should be in NJ by Saturday this week I hope.
Bits of Wisdom (from another sight) http://waiterrant.net/
Bits of Wisdom
Here are some bits of wisdom I picked up over the years from people, books and film. Wherever possible I’ve made attribution.
“Never make a decision when you’re high in the sky or down in the dumps.” – my high school principal.
(On relationships) “If it isn’t fun in the beginning – forget it.” – female coworker
“When you first get married you should be having sex in every room of the house.” - same female coworker
“Marriage is society’s recognition of a deep spiritual and psychological process that occurs between two people. Most couples skip the process and just get married.” – my therapist
“Don’t get too wrapped up in dogma. Who knows? When we get to heaven there might be a Big Buddha laughing at us while we’re all running around going ‘Oh shit……!’” - a Catholic bishop
“The biggest asshole in a community is the guy who doesn’t change the toilet paper.” – a Trappist monk
“Look out for Number One.” – an old cop
“I never trusted a man who never smoked or drank.” – Abraham Lincoln.
“It’s easy to love people in China. It’s tougher to love the person living next door.” – I heard that one in confession
“Sometimes pathology matures into ability.” - a psychiatrist
“Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering.” - Yoda
“It’s just a feeling. You don’t have to act on it.” – spiritual director
“Depression is anger turned inward.” - my shrink again.
“Sex isn’t life. But life’s impossible with out it.” - unknown
“Beware of the guy praying loudest in the amen corner.” – Harry S. Truman?
“Fighting should always be the last resort. But sometimes you just have to punch a guy in the nose.” – Unknown.
“No amount of money in the world is worth not being able to look at yourself in the mirror.” – Dad
“Some times the right thing is the terrible thing.” - unknown
“Love isn’t a feeling. It’s an act of will.” – spiritual director
“Count to ten.” – Mom
“Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.” – William Congreve
“Never underestimate the power of giving a girl flowers.” – Unknown.
“No man is an island; but some are peninsulas.” – Robin Williams
“When you stare into an abyss for a long time, the abyss also stares into you.” – Nietzsche
“Suggesting evil is human doesn’t mean we can always understand it.” – Kanan Makiya
“With or without religion, you would have good people doing good things and evil people doing evil things. But for good people to do evil things, that takes religion.” – Steven Weinberg
“When you’re young you want to change the world. When you’re older you just want to understand it.” - Unknown
Please feel free to leave your own little nuggets of wisdom in the comments section…………….
Here are some bits of wisdom I picked up over the years from people, books and film. Wherever possible I’ve made attribution.
“Never make a decision when you’re high in the sky or down in the dumps.” – my high school principal.
(On relationships) “If it isn’t fun in the beginning – forget it.” – female coworker
“When you first get married you should be having sex in every room of the house.” - same female coworker
“Marriage is society’s recognition of a deep spiritual and psychological process that occurs between two people. Most couples skip the process and just get married.” – my therapist
“Don’t get too wrapped up in dogma. Who knows? When we get to heaven there might be a Big Buddha laughing at us while we’re all running around going ‘Oh shit……!’” - a Catholic bishop
“The biggest asshole in a community is the guy who doesn’t change the toilet paper.” – a Trappist monk
“Look out for Number One.” – an old cop
“I never trusted a man who never smoked or drank.” – Abraham Lincoln.
“It’s easy to love people in China. It’s tougher to love the person living next door.” – I heard that one in confession
“Sometimes pathology matures into ability.” - a psychiatrist
“Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering.” - Yoda
“It’s just a feeling. You don’t have to act on it.” – spiritual director
“Depression is anger turned inward.” - my shrink again.
“Sex isn’t life. But life’s impossible with out it.” - unknown
“Beware of the guy praying loudest in the amen corner.” – Harry S. Truman?
“Fighting should always be the last resort. But sometimes you just have to punch a guy in the nose.” – Unknown.
“No amount of money in the world is worth not being able to look at yourself in the mirror.” – Dad
“Some times the right thing is the terrible thing.” - unknown
“Love isn’t a feeling. It’s an act of will.” – spiritual director
“Count to ten.” – Mom
“Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.” – William Congreve
“Never underestimate the power of giving a girl flowers.” – Unknown.
“No man is an island; but some are peninsulas.” – Robin Williams
“When you stare into an abyss for a long time, the abyss also stares into you.” – Nietzsche
“Suggesting evil is human doesn’t mean we can always understand it.” – Kanan Makiya
“With or without religion, you would have good people doing good things and evil people doing evil things. But for good people to do evil things, that takes religion.” – Steven Weinberg
“When you’re young you want to change the world. When you’re older you just want to understand it.” - Unknown
Please feel free to leave your own little nuggets of wisdom in the comments section…………….
67567 Web hits at www.victortarassov.com
Wow I cant belive it since the inception of victortarassov.com early this summer of 2005 the web page has had 67567 hits as of 12/28/05 7:00am. I am thankfull for all of those who visit and I hope that you all found somthing to feed you soul. Thanks for stoping by.
Victor
Victor
Ottmar Lieberts Spaghettin Carbonara Recipe
Ottmar Liebertís Spaghetti Carbonara recipe
I have been asked about my Spaghetti Carbonara recipe. I have been cooking this dish for many years now and don't adhere to measurements, but here goes:
- boil a box of De Cecco Spaghetti according to the instructions on the box
- cut half a package of Louis Rich Turkey Bacon (probably neither natural or organic, but tasty) into small squares and fry in a pan with a little olive oil and two cloves of garlic. When the bacon is crisp, add about half a cup of white wine and after bringing it to a boil, turn down and simmer
- in a large bowl mix 3 eggs (some people use only the yolks, but I like to use whole eggs) with grated romano and parmeggiano cheese (about a cup each), black pepper to taste and finely chopped flat leafed parsley (also called Italian parsley). You can use this whisk - it works very well......
I have been asked about my Spaghetti Carbonara recipe. I have been cooking this dish for many years now and don't adhere to measurements, but here goes:
- boil a box of De Cecco Spaghetti according to the instructions on the box
- cut half a package of Louis Rich Turkey Bacon (probably neither natural or organic, but tasty) into small squares and fry in a pan with a little olive oil and two cloves of garlic. When the bacon is crisp, add about half a cup of white wine and after bringing it to a boil, turn down and simmer
- in a large bowl mix 3 eggs (some people use only the yolks, but I like to use whole eggs) with grated romano and parmeggiano cheese (about a cup each), black pepper to taste and finely chopped flat leafed parsley (also called Italian parsley). You can use this whisk - it works very well......
20051227
Back from Vacation
Wow was it nice to take off for 10 days. Its been three years since a vacation. It was nice I was out in Bolder CO visiting with Kathy’s parents, Did some Sight seeing in Bolder, Denver, and Estes Park and went to Celestial Seasonings Teas. Saw Ottmar Liebert in Denver, Skiing in Beconridge . Awah it was nice to do. Played the guitar as much as I was able to and took lots of pictures. Check them out on the web link at www.victortarassov.com links Victor’s Flicker account. I think I am going to stop all together seeing clients just in the ER or PH in the admissions department and my time away from work will focus on music and creating a music set. Have been sick the last three days as well. I have also been dealing with disappointment with others and myself lately. The most wonderful part of my vacation was spent in Bolder at a small Lutheran Church, the pastor there. Talked about unwrapping Christ as a present and expencering Him that way. It touched me very deeply. Will write more later.
Bits of Wisdom
Bits of Wisdom
Bits of Wisdom
I never trusted a man who never smoked or drank. - Abraham Lincoln.
Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering. - Yoda
Itâ€hate's just a feeling. You dont#x00e2;€™t have to act on it. - spiritual director
(Via waiterrant.net)
Taken from Ottmar Lieberts web page. www.ottmarliebert.com
Bits of Wisdom
I never trusted a man who never smoked or drank. - Abraham Lincoln.
Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering. - Yoda
Itâ€hate's just a feeling. You dont#x00e2;€™t have to act on it. - spiritual director
(Via waiterrant.net)
Taken from Ottmar Lieberts web page. www.ottmarliebert.com
Practice vs Performance
Practice vs Performance
“When we practice we often concentrate on individual aspects or fragments of a performance. Fingering, sound-production, volume/dynamics, melody, rhythm are all aspects of a performance that can be practiced independently. Concentrating on one of these aspects will have wonderful results and is in fact essential for improving, but I think that concentration is not good for performing music.
When we concentrate on the flow of the melody, the rhythm will suffer and we might place notes too far in front of or behind the beat. When we concentrate on the rhythm we might place the notes exactly on the beat, but the melody will lack flow. When we concentrate on producing sound (right hand for most people), we might lose sight of the fingering (left hand). In other words, while fragmentation is a great way to isolate and practice a piece of music - or general aspects of posture, fingering, sound-production, volume/dynamics etc. - for a performance these fragments have to join to form one single element: the music.
In order for music to flow naturally, we have to allow the mind to flow and trust that it will bring attention to any single element that requires it. During a performance mind might flow like this:
the melody is a little behind the beat... nice, but don't fall behind... the lights are hot in the back of my neck... right hand is a little sweaty... keep it steady - don't listen to Davo (sounds like he's doing sevens against the six)... ah, Jon is starting to improvise: don't go back to the melody now... the second string sounds a little off - is it me or the violin... or both...
You see, concentrating on any one aspect of the performance would inhibit the flow of mind and that might get us stuck and when we get stuck even for a moment we won't respond to the needs that are arising. Getting stuck is the worst that can happen in a performance. Two places we certainly do not want to get stuck in are: what I just played was so great AND what I just played really sucked! Both thoughts have the same result - the flow of music is impeded and the very next phrase will indeed suck...
By no means is this limited to music. When you cook and concentrate too much on one item, you'll burn another... and I am sure we will find many more examples...”
This comes from Ottmar Lieberts web page journal www.ottmarliebert.com
“When we practice we often concentrate on individual aspects or fragments of a performance. Fingering, sound-production, volume/dynamics, melody, rhythm are all aspects of a performance that can be practiced independently. Concentrating on one of these aspects will have wonderful results and is in fact essential for improving, but I think that concentration is not good for performing music.
When we concentrate on the flow of the melody, the rhythm will suffer and we might place notes too far in front of or behind the beat. When we concentrate on the rhythm we might place the notes exactly on the beat, but the melody will lack flow. When we concentrate on producing sound (right hand for most people), we might lose sight of the fingering (left hand). In other words, while fragmentation is a great way to isolate and practice a piece of music - or general aspects of posture, fingering, sound-production, volume/dynamics etc. - for a performance these fragments have to join to form one single element: the music.
In order for music to flow naturally, we have to allow the mind to flow and trust that it will bring attention to any single element that requires it. During a performance mind might flow like this:
the melody is a little behind the beat... nice, but don't fall behind... the lights are hot in the back of my neck... right hand is a little sweaty... keep it steady - don't listen to Davo (sounds like he's doing sevens against the six)... ah, Jon is starting to improvise: don't go back to the melody now... the second string sounds a little off - is it me or the violin... or both...
You see, concentrating on any one aspect of the performance would inhibit the flow of mind and that might get us stuck and when we get stuck even for a moment we won't respond to the needs that are arising. Getting stuck is the worst that can happen in a performance. Two places we certainly do not want to get stuck in are: what I just played was so great AND what I just played really sucked! Both thoughts have the same result - the flow of music is impeded and the very next phrase will indeed suck...
By no means is this limited to music. When you cook and concentrate too much on one item, you'll burn another... and I am sure we will find many more examples...”
This comes from Ottmar Lieberts web page journal www.ottmarliebert.com
20051223
20051222
With Kathy at MoJo's Coffie ship in Lafayette CO
I would like to leave you - for now - with this:
What is the purpose of millions of years of evolution?
Let me tell you a secret: it's YOU! It's all so you can experience this life.
Lots of animals have to die so you can live, many humans work to enable your life, and much energy is used up by you.
So, please, take a deep breath, hug a child or a friend, kiss a lover, enjoy a meal alone or with company, take in a sunset, take a deep listen to a piece of music, enjoy a walk... just a take a few moments during this holiday to enjoy this incredible, this unbelievable, this very precious experience - your life.
Happy Solstice tonight and Happy Holiday weekend!
The above came from Ottmar Lieberts journal today I will be seeing him with Kathy and her Mom and Dad tonight in Denver. We are in the coffee shop and going to go up to Estes Park in the mountains of CO. I will put the photos on the Flicker sight at www.victortarassov.com later in the week. Well spent some cash man it goes easy listened to a bunch of goofs in the coffee shop. Why is it so hard for us to take responsibility for who we are the good, bad, and not so bad parts of who we are. Who are we fooling if we blame some one else. By the way What kind of energy are you putting out today. I hope mine will be a nice cool breath of fresh air and I will keep centered on the fact that I am loved by the one who created the whole universe.
What is the purpose of millions of years of evolution?
Let me tell you a secret: it's YOU! It's all so you can experience this life.
Lots of animals have to die so you can live, many humans work to enable your life, and much energy is used up by you.
So, please, take a deep breath, hug a child or a friend, kiss a lover, enjoy a meal alone or with company, take in a sunset, take a deep listen to a piece of music, enjoy a walk... just a take a few moments during this holiday to enjoy this incredible, this unbelievable, this very precious experience - your life.
Happy Solstice tonight and Happy Holiday weekend!
The above came from Ottmar Lieberts journal today I will be seeing him with Kathy and her Mom and Dad tonight in Denver. We are in the coffee shop and going to go up to Estes Park in the mountains of CO. I will put the photos on the Flicker sight at www.victortarassov.com later in the week. Well spent some cash man it goes easy listened to a bunch of goofs in the coffee shop. Why is it so hard for us to take responsibility for who we are the good, bad, and not so bad parts of who we are. Who are we fooling if we blame some one else. By the way What kind of energy are you putting out today. I hope mine will be a nice cool breath of fresh air and I will keep centered on the fact that I am loved by the one who created the whole universe.
Flamenco Negra at the Falls
I really liked this shot this was taken on 12/21/05 @ 4:00pm at Boulder Falls in CO off the road. The falls frozen are in the background and the guitar is on a big rock. This is my main guitar and I have really come to enjoy this guitar it goes with me everywhere.
20051216
20051212
20051211
Hard Night Back in the ER
Well some of you may know that last week in the ER where I work a young adolescent boy slit his throat in front of many of us that work in the ER. This for me was the most traumatic event that I have ever experienced. I was not particularly looking forward to going back to the ER. When walking out of the parking garage my stomach got tight and I felt sick. I really did not think that I would have to be back in the ER so soon. Well one of my co workers misunderstood what I said when I said “I dont want to work in the ER” as I wont come to the ER, well that put in motion something that I was not in the mood to deal with. A supervisor named M Joe gave me a hard time and that put me in a bad place. To the point that she even called other co workers to say that I was not in the right frame of mind to work with people. I was already caring for a patient in the ER and doing a fine job when she decided to check up on me and call. I have never spoken to this person before and she was asking questions that were degrading and belligerent. Well I wanted to just walk out and quit. I however did not. Instead I called my supervisor and sent them a email, about my experience. I finished up with my pt and had them transported to the appropriate facility. Man can administration be a pain and very un understanding. I think I have had enough for a day. Feel free to share your thoughts.
20051209
Bus in Sellersville
This is an outside shot of where I was able to get a photo with Ottmar later in the day.
Fender Princeton 69
I found one and hope to soon have it in my home. I had to sell one of these befor to pay for leagal fees to deal with my ex wife. Maybe I will be able to get one of these wonderfull Princton Amps again
20051208
Hard Rock Cafe NYC 12/6/05 10:00pm
I loved all these guitar bodys they are from Gibson guitar company.
20051205
Weekend Summary
I have been in a counseling roll one way or another for almost 20 years. This weekend was the most traumatic that I have ever experienced. I saw a young adolescent man 17 slice his through and have the blood gush out. I was shaking for almost 24 hours after the event. It gives me a new sympathy to those of use who see and find ourselves in traumatic events. I hope that this year and every year I will be more sensitive to those people who find themselves exposed to these type of events, whether it be violence, rape, death or any other trauma as humans we need to listen to the story and be supportive of those who find themselves exposed to these events. Its our hope to heal the pain that we experience.
20051203
20051202
Lester DeVoe Flamenco Negra
Dear Mr. Tarassov,
Thanks for your faxed order. You wrote something after Western Red
Cedar that I cannot read, otherwise we can discuss details when your name
comes up. If it is better for you to send me deposits bi-monthly, that is
fine. I am looking forward to making a beautiful guitar for in about three
years.
Best regards,
Lester
St Francis Cab 2001
I was feeling all stressed out last night and today I went to Joe Canals and thought wow I would enjoy a bottle of wine and was I surprised to see how good the St. Francis Cab was it was outstanding and a pleasure to drink . I would recomend you buy a case.
The Flow
To listen with a mind that flows freely is to listen with your whole body. I think I mentioned an NY Times article in this diary before, but I can't find it right now. THIS will have to do:
In a groundbreaking New York Times story, Sandra Blakeslee disclosed that new scientific evidence is giving credence to the notion that the human body actually possesses two centers to process knowledge and dictate physical actions. Blakeslee reports: [Scientists say] that the body has two brains--the familiar one encased in the skull and a lesser known but vitally important one found in the human gut....The gut's brain, known as the enteric nervous system, is located in sheaths of tissue lining the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and colon. Considered a single entity, it is a network of neurons, neurotransmitters and proteins that zap messages between neurons, support cells like those found in the brain proper and a complex circuitry that enables it to act independently, learn, remember, and as the saying goes, produce gut feelings.
Musicians can learn to perform with their whole body, that is to follow the flow of the music with their mind, using the brain, ears, body and their "gut". Eventually we can learn to LIVE with our whole body - if we are willing to do the training: that is the whole premise of Zen training. I have experienced how wonderful it is to experience this flow in music - during performances for example - and I have experienced it in life. The main obstacle is our own ego/brain that can get in the way by jealously guarding the self it has created. There is nothing to fear but fear itself, and there is nothing separating us from life itself but our own small selves... This is taken from Ottmar Lieberts junal at www.lunanegra.com
In a groundbreaking New York Times story, Sandra Blakeslee disclosed that new scientific evidence is giving credence to the notion that the human body actually possesses two centers to process knowledge and dictate physical actions. Blakeslee reports: [Scientists say] that the body has two brains--the familiar one encased in the skull and a lesser known but vitally important one found in the human gut....The gut's brain, known as the enteric nervous system, is located in sheaths of tissue lining the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and colon. Considered a single entity, it is a network of neurons, neurotransmitters and proteins that zap messages between neurons, support cells like those found in the brain proper and a complex circuitry that enables it to act independently, learn, remember, and as the saying goes, produce gut feelings.
Musicians can learn to perform with their whole body, that is to follow the flow of the music with their mind, using the brain, ears, body and their "gut". Eventually we can learn to LIVE with our whole body - if we are willing to do the training: that is the whole premise of Zen training. I have experienced how wonderful it is to experience this flow in music - during performances for example - and I have experienced it in life. The main obstacle is our own ego/brain that can get in the way by jealously guarding the self it has created. There is nothing to fear but fear itself, and there is nothing separating us from life itself but our own small selves... This is taken from Ottmar Lieberts junal at www.lunanegra.com
Life can Be Stressfull
I am finding it hard to deal with all that life throws at you. I am very glad for the people that I have in my life yet that is not enughf to sustain the soul or heart. I long for a deeper intimacy with God yet find all so many exquess to stay away, bussyness, bordom, tired, over worked, so when will I or any one get connected. Well I think its going to take disiplin and time somthing I seem to be in short of right now. As I struggle to keep the reason for the season infront of me I am still tempted to feed my flesh rather than my soul. Ah all the shiny little things look so good and if I just buy them I will somehow feel good. Well thats BS but somewhere I still belive it and am tempted to think that will work. So when will I have enugh and slow down. Only when I say stop or drop dead. I hope I will slow down and take time for people and my self with out spending too much cash. I hope I will learn to say no to myself more.
20051201
The Home Studio
This is where I try to put it all togeter using Mac, Logic 7 Express. The guitar sound gets picked up by a Shure KSM 44 into a PreSonus Firebox then to the Mac. I work in Logic 7 To the right I have a Beringer Mixer, yamaha FX 770, DBX Compressor, Alesis Nano Verb, Alesis, Power Amp, Frontier Transport wireless, for Powere Spekers Alesis M1 Active Mk2, M-Audio Radium 49 Midi Keyboard. And for Tube pre the PreSonus Digi Tube. A Korg Ampworks, And my guitars
20051130
Twisted Soul, Croked Spirt, Broken Hearts
Well I think the above title sums up what I do in the ER and Private Pratice all these years. So which one are you? I think this could be a test. So I will work on a test and pre test. O and there will maybe be another catagory NORMAL. This came from a conversation I had with my mother. Thanks Mom the "Twisted Soul, Croked Spirt,and Broken Hearts" came from her. Hi Phebe I know WHICH one you and your friend Patty V are.
20051129
0511291406
Well I like the Shure KSM 44 and the Frontier Tranzport. I recorded a sample Called shure ksm 44 you can hear it at www.victortarassov.com Well its off to be and back to the ER or PH at 9:30pm
Shure KSM 44
awsome Shure KSM 44 Mic This is to Replace the AT 4040 for recording it sound very realistic and makes the guitar sound the way the guitar should sound???
Tranzport
Tranzport is used as a DAW Digital Audio Workstaion via wireless and hooks up to usb midi for Logic 7 and other recording software so you dont have to use your mouse or be near the computer or mixer when your record. Thsi help when you record guitar or drums and cant be near the mixer and comuter.
We sat up by the talbe in the front Charlien
We sat up front at the table what a great show cant wait to see him in Denver
0511290600
Well I booked my lesson with Steve Kaun on Monday@ 4:00. I can’t wait it will be good to get back to some one pushing me to grow and expand. I am looking forward to our meeting. It was very busy in the ER tonight and I can’t wait until Wednesday where I will have a day off to play the guitar and rest. Should be using some new gear soon as well. The tranz port and new Shure mike KSM. I hope this will improve the recorded sound of the guitar. Feel free to check the new songs out that are after 11/29/05 on www.victortarassov.com let me know what you think. Well I am a bit tired so I hope to rest soon.
20051128
0511270643
I will soon be starting lessons and studying Flamenco guitar with Steve Kahn, I have been looking for one year for someone in the NJ NY area. You can check him out at his web page http://www.stevekahn.com/guitarist/index.html I saw Ottmar Liebert in Sellersvill PA and it was a wonderful show with the extra 4 Sting players, Cello, viola, and two violins, guitar, bass and percussion. I went to a new Church today with Kathy in the am “The Church of the Good Shepard” in Paoli PA, it was a very wonderful powerful service the first Day of this 2005 Advent. I like how the church is fresh and yet while holding to the powerful part of tradition it is contemporary and the music was so pure and uplifting. The Pastor taught about letting Christ enter you Advent season like one one goes up on a roller coster there is anticipation but yet it is wild and we are out of control and dont know what the ride will be like. We need to trust Christ in this way. I think he was right on and I like how this pastor allows for a healthy christian to have a life that is not all perfect and knowing what is next. I think I will be going back next week.
November 28, 2005 6:51 AM
November 28, 2005 6:51 AM
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200511270217 Ottmar 2day
I will be going to see Ottmar Liebert with my girlfriend today at 7:00pm at the Sellersvill theater. yeah.
should be a wonderful show. Have you ever wondered why relationships are so hard to keep, maintain, and sustain? I think it can be summed up as mishandled disappointment and lack of commitment or sticktoitivness. I was recently reflecting on two relationships that have been very hard for me this year one with a man and one with a woman. When I sum it up we both wanted things from the other and when things were stressed or there were misguided expectations we pulled away. With the man I am talking about I was actively helping him with his work and when I finally felt that I had no more to give and was experiencing a great amount of frustration I said enough and just cut it off. I don't think that was the best way but I was not aware of anything else or others options at the time I made this decision. With the woman I am talking about there were things promised, especially in relation to my career and desires and asprertions to make a living at music. When things were tough or sacrifices would have had to be made they were not and finally the person just passed the buck back to me and there was no follow thought on any of the promises. I think I wanted to so desperately believe the words that were being spoken to me but had I projects individual evaluated the emptiness and non commitment to earlier projects I would have been able I think to avoid this real lull. It has taken me three or four months to deal with these to losses and what has been my part and what is there part. The sad thing neither one of these individuals had owned any of there part and put it on me. Thats were the unfairness comes in and I have had to make the dession for now to not stay or pursue any relationship with them. Thats the sad and hard part. Its hard to find those who will be committed to us and more so relationship in general. So keep and nurture the ones that you have. They are precious.
should be a wonderful show. Have you ever wondered why relationships are so hard to keep, maintain, and sustain? I think it can be summed up as mishandled disappointment and lack of commitment or sticktoitivness. I was recently reflecting on two relationships that have been very hard for me this year one with a man and one with a woman. When I sum it up we both wanted things from the other and when things were stressed or there were misguided expectations we pulled away. With the man I am talking about I was actively helping him with his work and when I finally felt that I had no more to give and was experiencing a great amount of frustration I said enough and just cut it off. I don't think that was the best way but I was not aware of anything else or others options at the time I made this decision. With the woman I am talking about there were things promised, especially in relation to my career and desires and asprertions to make a living at music. When things were tough or sacrifices would have had to be made they were not and finally the person just passed the buck back to me and there was no follow thought on any of the promises. I think I wanted to so desperately believe the words that were being spoken to me but had I projects individual evaluated the emptiness and non commitment to earlier projects I would have been able I think to avoid this real lull. It has taken me three or four months to deal with these to losses and what has been my part and what is there part. The sad thing neither one of these individuals had owned any of there part and put it on me. Thats were the unfairness comes in and I have had to make the dession for now to not stay or pursue any relationship with them. Thats the sad and hard part. Its hard to find those who will be committed to us and more so relationship in general. So keep and nurture the ones that you have. They are precious.
Shure KSM 44
The KSM 44 SL Shure Mic
The KSM44/SL is a multiple pattern (cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional), externally biased, dual large diaphragm condenser microphone with extremely low self-noise (7dB). Developed to meet the needs of studio recording musicians, the warm, rich sound of the KSM44 delivers exceptional performance, tailored to deliver vivid reproduction of voice for the most critical recordings. The KSM44 also offers great flexibility in a variety of recording applications, working well on acoustic and amplified instruments, as its capacity for managing high SPLs accommodates loud sound sources such as drums and guitar amplifiers.
Features
• Dual 1-inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24-karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar ® diaphragms provide superior transient response
• Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion; Minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions
• Full-range frequency response (20 Hz - 20 KHz) for an extremely accurate reproduction of voice and instruments
• Extremely low self noise (7 dBA) for critical studio vocal recording
• Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
• Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
• 15 dB attenuation switch for handling high input SPL sound sources
• 3-position switchable low-frequency filter virtually eliminates unwanted background noise and controls proximity effect
• Durable zinc die-cast housing and hardened low carbon steel grille to protect the cartridge from accidental drops or misuse
• Uniform polar response provides natural off-axis response for critical recording
• An integrated three-stage pop protection grille to guard against wind and breath noise
• An internal shock mount to reduce unwanted handling and stand noise
Performance Characteristics
• Extended frequency response
• Very low self-noise;Locking aluminum carrying case
APPLICATIONS
The KSM44/SL is designed as a premium vocal microphone for studio recording. Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. Here is a non-exhaustive list of common applications:
• Vocals -- solo, background, voice-over
• Acoustic instruments -- such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
• Wind instruments -- brass and woodwind
• Low frequency instruments -- such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
• Overhead miking -- drums or percussion
• Ensembles -- choral or orchestral
• Room ambiance pick-up -- guitar amplifier or drums
Of course, both the acoustic environment and microphone placement have significant effects on the sound obtained when miking any sound source. We encourage users to experiment with these variables to achieve the best overall sound
The KSM44/SL is a multiple pattern (cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional), externally biased, dual large diaphragm condenser microphone with extremely low self-noise (7dB). Developed to meet the needs of studio recording musicians, the warm, rich sound of the KSM44 delivers exceptional performance, tailored to deliver vivid reproduction of voice for the most critical recordings. The KSM44 also offers great flexibility in a variety of recording applications, working well on acoustic and amplified instruments, as its capacity for managing high SPLs accommodates loud sound sources such as drums and guitar amplifiers.
Features
• Dual 1-inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24-karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar ® diaphragms provide superior transient response
• Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion; Minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions
• Full-range frequency response (20 Hz - 20 KHz) for an extremely accurate reproduction of voice and instruments
• Extremely low self noise (7 dBA) for critical studio vocal recording
• Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
• Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
• 15 dB attenuation switch for handling high input SPL sound sources
• 3-position switchable low-frequency filter virtually eliminates unwanted background noise and controls proximity effect
• Durable zinc die-cast housing and hardened low carbon steel grille to protect the cartridge from accidental drops or misuse
• Uniform polar response provides natural off-axis response for critical recording
• An integrated three-stage pop protection grille to guard against wind and breath noise
• An internal shock mount to reduce unwanted handling and stand noise
Performance Characteristics
• Extended frequency response
• Very low self-noise;Locking aluminum carrying case
APPLICATIONS
The KSM44/SL is designed as a premium vocal microphone for studio recording. Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. Here is a non-exhaustive list of common applications:
• Vocals -- solo, background, voice-over
• Acoustic instruments -- such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
• Wind instruments -- brass and woodwind
• Low frequency instruments -- such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
• Overhead miking -- drums or percussion
• Ensembles -- choral or orchestral
• Room ambiance pick-up -- guitar amplifier or drums
Of course, both the acoustic environment and microphone placement have significant effects on the sound obtained when miking any sound source. We encourage users to experiment with these variables to achieve the best overall sound
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TranzPort and Logic Pro/Express
TranzPort and Logic Pro/Express
Logic Pro and Logic Express users have a powerful new tool in their bag, a wireless remote control that integrates seamlessly with Logic v7.1+ and provides the user with total flexibility. TranzPort goes way beyond the ordinary DAW controller, literally!
Stop, play and record, with undo and redo ability is childs’ play. Mute, solo, or arm tracks without breaking a sweat. Add and navigate markers effortlessly with TranzPort. With full native support in Logic provided by Apple, TranzPort can leap from one track to the next, adjusting level and pan positions, setting Drop and Cycle points, scrubbing audio with stereo metering and more, all while keeping you in control full control with its backlit 2×20 LCD display and 8 status LEDs. Logic users also have the unique ability to customize the entire TranzPort interface from within Logic’s ‘Controller Assignments’ panel. This gives the TranzPort total flexibility, allowing each user to define the optimum feature set for their environment.
With Logic 7.1 and beyond installing TranzPort is a breeze. Follow the instructions for installing the basic drivers on your Macintosh computer found in the User’s Guide or Quick Start Guide, and open your Logic application. The TranzPort will be automatically detected and configured for native mode operation.
For those with earlier versions of Logic 7 we have included the TranzPort.bundle file along with instructions on installing it in the Logic 7 Read Me.pdf file found on the TranzPort CDROM.
There are 2 PDF documents created specifically for Logic 7 users on the Frontier Design Group website and the TranzPort CDROM. The first, Logic 7 and TranzPort is a guide to using TranzPort with Logic 7 and contains detailed instructions for configuring the TranzPort, as well as information on how to use some of TranzPort’s less-obvious features. A quick reference chart listing the default control set for Logic is found in this useful document.
The second file, Logic Layout is a single page picture of the TranzPort with overlaid text also summarizing the Logic 7 feature set. It may be helpful to print this file and have it handy as a quick reference guide.
We encourage visitors to our user forums to post their comments and questions. Other Logic 7 users will no doubt have useful ideas and experiences to share, and we will be monitoring the posts to provide input when we can as well. Visit: Frontier Design Group Forums
Logic Pro and Logic Express users have a powerful new tool in their bag, a wireless remote control that integrates seamlessly with Logic v7.1+ and provides the user with total flexibility. TranzPort goes way beyond the ordinary DAW controller, literally!
Stop, play and record, with undo and redo ability is childs’ play. Mute, solo, or arm tracks without breaking a sweat. Add and navigate markers effortlessly with TranzPort. With full native support in Logic provided by Apple, TranzPort can leap from one track to the next, adjusting level and pan positions, setting Drop and Cycle points, scrubbing audio with stereo metering and more, all while keeping you in control full control with its backlit 2×20 LCD display and 8 status LEDs. Logic users also have the unique ability to customize the entire TranzPort interface from within Logic’s ‘Controller Assignments’ panel. This gives the TranzPort total flexibility, allowing each user to define the optimum feature set for their environment.
With Logic 7.1 and beyond installing TranzPort is a breeze. Follow the instructions for installing the basic drivers on your Macintosh computer found in the User’s Guide or Quick Start Guide, and open your Logic application. The TranzPort will be automatically detected and configured for native mode operation.
For those with earlier versions of Logic 7 we have included the TranzPort.bundle file along with instructions on installing it in the Logic 7 Read Me.pdf file found on the TranzPort CDROM.
There are 2 PDF documents created specifically for Logic 7 users on the Frontier Design Group website and the TranzPort CDROM. The first, Logic 7 and TranzPort is a guide to using TranzPort with Logic 7 and contains detailed instructions for configuring the TranzPort, as well as information on how to use some of TranzPort’s less-obvious features. A quick reference chart listing the default control set for Logic is found in this useful document.
The second file, Logic Layout is a single page picture of the TranzPort with overlaid text also summarizing the Logic 7 feature set. It may be helpful to print this file and have it handy as a quick reference guide.
We encourage visitors to our user forums to post their comments and questions. Other Logic 7 users will no doubt have useful ideas and experiences to share, and we will be monitoring the posts to provide input when we can as well. Visit: Frontier Design Group Forums
Johannes Linstead
Solo nouveau flamenco guitarist. Johannes speaks with us about his early years as a musician, recording, spirituality and more.
Visit Johannes's Official Website
Johannes Linstead Interview October 16, 2005
Guitarhoo!: Hello Johannes welcome to Guitarhoo! Where are you from originally?
Johannes Linstead: Thanks, Steve! I am originally from Canada, just outside of Toronto.
G!: When did you first pick up and instrument and were you self taught or did you take formal lessons?
JL: I received my first guitar for my 8th birthday. I took a few lesson as a kid, but in my teens I learned by listening and analyzing other guitarists, as well as classical music from the masters: Bach, Mozart, etc.
G!: Which areas of playing came most easily to you and which areas were most challenging?
JL: Maybe it's in my genes but I found it pretty easy to reach the level of proficiency that enabled me to play really fast lines. Mind you, when I was in my teens (I had more time then) I was practicing 8 plus hours a day. Composing has always been second nature to me. But what I did have to work on was my timing! I remember my high school teacher always telling me to slow down.
G!: Who were some of your musical influences early on?
JL: As mentioned I loved the great masters of the Baroque and Classical periods, and also many Italian and Spanish composers for the guitar, like Sor, Tarrega, Guiliani. There were also rock influences such as Randy Rhoads, Steve Vai, Yngwie Malmsteen...A couple favorite guitarists these days are Jorge Strunz and the great Flamenco master Sabicas.
G!: Which guitars are you using live and in the studio?
JL: In the studio I use a Maldonado flamenco guitar with cut-away, which I had custom built for me in Spain. Live I use a Raimundo flamenco. It's a decent guitar but not as rich sounding as the Maldonado.
Johannes live with his hand painted Raimundo Flamenco guitar.
G!: "Sangre del Toro" off of your record "Mediterranea" has some pretty firey interaction between your guitar and Gypsy violin playing. Who is that violin player?
JL: The violinist is Vasyl Popaduik from the Ukraine. He is fine player and we enjoy challenging each other!
Johannes Linstead - Sangre del Toro (Mp3 Clip)
Johannes Linstead - Drops (Mp3 Clip)
Download the sound clips and hear some of Johanness's music from Mediterranea and a new piano piece.
G!: Do you write out most of the parts for the other instruments on your recordings or is that a result of collaboration with your musicians?
JL: Many parts I do write out. However, I do try to give the opportunity to let each musician incorporate his/her own style, and many times there will be solo sections where they do their own thing.
G!: Besides the main melodies in your songs, when it comes time solo do you do a fair bit of improvisation?
JL: Other than the main themes, I improvise just about everything in the studio. I'll have a set chord pattern that I will use for a verse which is like a blank canvas. Then I'll start throwing colors on it. Often, I will improvise some melodies and then re-record them in a more refined way.
G!: All of your records have reached high on the Billboard charts and have won many awards. Could you ever imagine you'd have this kind of success and why do you feel listeners are gravitating to your music the way they are?
JL: I have always believed in my music and I have always given 110%. I work very hard on all aspects of my career, from recording to graphics design, to promotion. On the one hand I am surprised at my success, but on the other hand I have worked so hard to get here...
G!: You've trained in Martial Arts with Qi Gong Master Weizhao Wu from China and Hung Gar Kung Fu master Dr. Jopet Laraya. In which ways do you find this helps you as a person and an artist?
JL: In many ways it defines who I am. The spiritual connection to Kung Fu has lead me to follow a path that most people could not follow. I don't drink, smoke, do drugs...I don't drink coffee or pop. I meditate and do Qi Gong daily in an effort to live a holistic life. I also am trained in various ancient energetic healing techniques. In every facet of my life I try to keep the highest ethical standards and I believe the result is that I bring happiness to many people. I get fan mail from around the world, and a constant theme are the words "spirit", "heart". "soul", "love". When people write to me and use these words, I know they have understood my music.
G!: Recording question here. Your guitars sound very full and clear. When recording which mic's do you use, how many mic's do you use and where do you place them? Do you combine the mics with a direct line in to the board?
JL: For my next CD I have been experimenting with using two mics, but in the past I have use only one. However, I am finding that the second mic isn't necessary. So, basically I will use one mic, an Audio Technica 4050, pointed at the location where the sound hole meets the fretboard and about 16 inches away. I think another key is the mic preamp and how it is set. Currently I am using an Avalon VT 737sp. I also record with compression and EQ.
G!: Your new record "Dreams Go By" is a collection of 11 romantic piano pieces. A departure from any oher record you have done in the past. What inspired you to do this and is this something you've wanted to do for a while?
JL: I've been writing piano pieces for many years now; some classical and some romantic new agey stuff. Everyone that I played for said "You gotta record that stuff!" so I decided to do it. I was going to make it available in stores, and I actually have all the artwork for it ready to go, but I decided to make it available only from my website at www.johanneslinstead.com for download. So far the response has been fantastic... so I may make it available in stores one day.
G!: What are some of your new projects lined up in the new year?
JL: I have a few projects on the go. The two most important being a new CD of my usual Latin guitar music, and also a book. The book is not a novel but more of a spiritual "how to" book. That may be available late 2006.
G!: What are some of your hobbies and interests outside of music?
JL: I enjoy walking and spending time in nature. I also love to travel to tropical locales - which I think comes out in my music. I also love to read, particularly books by Osho, which are spiritual discourses.
G!: Do you have any advice for aspiring musicians?
JL: Well, there's not much you can do about talent - either you've got it or you don't - but if you feel you have something to offer then you must be relentless in self promotion. Don't rely on being "discovered". Make it happen for yourself by believing in yourself. Make calls, send out press kits, make contacts... If you need money to promote yourself, get a job so that you can invest in your music and your future. But most of all, don't let anyone tell you you can't do it!
G!: Johannes thanks for taking some time out for this and we all look forward to your future works!
JL: Thanks again, Steve!
Interview by Slang. © 2005 Guitarhoo!
Visit Johannes's Official Website
Johannes Linstead Interview October 16, 2005
Guitarhoo!: Hello Johannes welcome to Guitarhoo! Where are you from originally?
Johannes Linstead: Thanks, Steve! I am originally from Canada, just outside of Toronto.
G!: When did you first pick up and instrument and were you self taught or did you take formal lessons?
JL: I received my first guitar for my 8th birthday. I took a few lesson as a kid, but in my teens I learned by listening and analyzing other guitarists, as well as classical music from the masters: Bach, Mozart, etc.
G!: Which areas of playing came most easily to you and which areas were most challenging?
JL: Maybe it's in my genes but I found it pretty easy to reach the level of proficiency that enabled me to play really fast lines. Mind you, when I was in my teens (I had more time then) I was practicing 8 plus hours a day. Composing has always been second nature to me. But what I did have to work on was my timing! I remember my high school teacher always telling me to slow down.
G!: Who were some of your musical influences early on?
JL: As mentioned I loved the great masters of the Baroque and Classical periods, and also many Italian and Spanish composers for the guitar, like Sor, Tarrega, Guiliani. There were also rock influences such as Randy Rhoads, Steve Vai, Yngwie Malmsteen...A couple favorite guitarists these days are Jorge Strunz and the great Flamenco master Sabicas.
G!: Which guitars are you using live and in the studio?
JL: In the studio I use a Maldonado flamenco guitar with cut-away, which I had custom built for me in Spain. Live I use a Raimundo flamenco. It's a decent guitar but not as rich sounding as the Maldonado.
Johannes live with his hand painted Raimundo Flamenco guitar.
G!: "Sangre del Toro" off of your record "Mediterranea" has some pretty firey interaction between your guitar and Gypsy violin playing. Who is that violin player?
JL: The violinist is Vasyl Popaduik from the Ukraine. He is fine player and we enjoy challenging each other!
Johannes Linstead - Sangre del Toro (Mp3 Clip)
Johannes Linstead - Drops (Mp3 Clip)
Download the sound clips and hear some of Johanness's music from Mediterranea and a new piano piece.
G!: Do you write out most of the parts for the other instruments on your recordings or is that a result of collaboration with your musicians?
JL: Many parts I do write out. However, I do try to give the opportunity to let each musician incorporate his/her own style, and many times there will be solo sections where they do their own thing.
G!: Besides the main melodies in your songs, when it comes time solo do you do a fair bit of improvisation?
JL: Other than the main themes, I improvise just about everything in the studio. I'll have a set chord pattern that I will use for a verse which is like a blank canvas. Then I'll start throwing colors on it. Often, I will improvise some melodies and then re-record them in a more refined way.
G!: All of your records have reached high on the Billboard charts and have won many awards. Could you ever imagine you'd have this kind of success and why do you feel listeners are gravitating to your music the way they are?
JL: I have always believed in my music and I have always given 110%. I work very hard on all aspects of my career, from recording to graphics design, to promotion. On the one hand I am surprised at my success, but on the other hand I have worked so hard to get here...
G!: You've trained in Martial Arts with Qi Gong Master Weizhao Wu from China and Hung Gar Kung Fu master Dr. Jopet Laraya. In which ways do you find this helps you as a person and an artist?
JL: In many ways it defines who I am. The spiritual connection to Kung Fu has lead me to follow a path that most people could not follow. I don't drink, smoke, do drugs...I don't drink coffee or pop. I meditate and do Qi Gong daily in an effort to live a holistic life. I also am trained in various ancient energetic healing techniques. In every facet of my life I try to keep the highest ethical standards and I believe the result is that I bring happiness to many people. I get fan mail from around the world, and a constant theme are the words "spirit", "heart". "soul", "love". When people write to me and use these words, I know they have understood my music.
G!: Recording question here. Your guitars sound very full and clear. When recording which mic's do you use, how many mic's do you use and where do you place them? Do you combine the mics with a direct line in to the board?
JL: For my next CD I have been experimenting with using two mics, but in the past I have use only one. However, I am finding that the second mic isn't necessary. So, basically I will use one mic, an Audio Technica 4050, pointed at the location where the sound hole meets the fretboard and about 16 inches away. I think another key is the mic preamp and how it is set. Currently I am using an Avalon VT 737sp. I also record with compression and EQ.
G!: Your new record "Dreams Go By" is a collection of 11 romantic piano pieces. A departure from any oher record you have done in the past. What inspired you to do this and is this something you've wanted to do for a while?
JL: I've been writing piano pieces for many years now; some classical and some romantic new agey stuff. Everyone that I played for said "You gotta record that stuff!" so I decided to do it. I was going to make it available in stores, and I actually have all the artwork for it ready to go, but I decided to make it available only from my website at www.johanneslinstead.com for download. So far the response has been fantastic... so I may make it available in stores one day.
G!: What are some of your new projects lined up in the new year?
JL: I have a few projects on the go. The two most important being a new CD of my usual Latin guitar music, and also a book. The book is not a novel but more of a spiritual "how to" book. That may be available late 2006.
G!: What are some of your hobbies and interests outside of music?
JL: I enjoy walking and spending time in nature. I also love to travel to tropical locales - which I think comes out in my music. I also love to read, particularly books by Osho, which are spiritual discourses.
G!: Do you have any advice for aspiring musicians?
JL: Well, there's not much you can do about talent - either you've got it or you don't - but if you feel you have something to offer then you must be relentless in self promotion. Don't rely on being "discovered". Make it happen for yourself by believing in yourself. Make calls, send out press kits, make contacts... If you need money to promote yourself, get a job so that you can invest in your music and your future. But most of all, don't let anyone tell you you can't do it!
G!: Johannes thanks for taking some time out for this and we all look forward to your future works!
JL: Thanks again, Steve!
Interview by Slang. © 2005 Guitarhoo!
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This guy Johannes Linstead is a wonderfull guitar player give him a listen at his web sight. http://www.johanneslinstead.com/mediterranea/mainframe.html I have enjoyed my breiff corisponced with him about mic’s and preamps and gear.
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A Bridge of Water
A Bridge of Water
Check out this more than half-mile long water bridge over the Elbe River in Germany. It joins the Elbe-Havel canal to the Mittelland canal near the eastern town of Magdeburg.
(Via Biz Stone, Genius)
Check out this more than half-mile long water bridge over the Elbe River in Germany. It joins the Elbe-Havel canal to the Mittelland canal near the eastern town of Magdeburg.
(Via Biz Stone, Genius)
What happened to Sony?
What happened to Sony?
Sony's rootkit infringes on software copyrights
Close examination of the rootkit that Sony's audio CDs attack their customers' PCs with has revealed that their malicious software is built on code that infringes on copyright. Indications are that Sony has included the LAME music encoder, which is licensed under the Lesser General Public License (LGPL), which requires that those who use it attribute the original software and publish some of the code they write to use the library. Sony has done none of this.
The evidence against Sony is compelling, and this further reveals the hypocrisy of Sony's actions. Sony claims that it needs to install dangerous, malicious, underhanded software on its customers' computers to protect its copyrights, but in order to write this malware, it has no compunction about infringing on the copyrights of public-spirited software authors who make their works available under free software licenses like the GPL.
Link
(Via BoingBoing)
Update - and now Sony/BMG are getting sued by the Texas Attorney General because of the spyware contained in the copy-protection of the CDs.
This is a couple of weeks old already, but won't go away. Sony made a mistake and I would guess the Japanese HQ is upset over this loss of face. Was it a terrible mistake to purchase Columbia Records and Movies in the Eighties? What has happened to that great and very innovating company that was so influential in the Seventies? Apple is the new Sony some people say. I don't own any Sony stuff anymore. It's been replaced by other brands who innovate more.
Sony's rootkit infringes on software copyrights
Close examination of the rootkit that Sony's audio CDs attack their customers' PCs with has revealed that their malicious software is built on code that infringes on copyright. Indications are that Sony has included the LAME music encoder, which is licensed under the Lesser General Public License (LGPL), which requires that those who use it attribute the original software and publish some of the code they write to use the library. Sony has done none of this.
The evidence against Sony is compelling, and this further reveals the hypocrisy of Sony's actions. Sony claims that it needs to install dangerous, malicious, underhanded software on its customers' computers to protect its copyrights, but in order to write this malware, it has no compunction about infringing on the copyrights of public-spirited software authors who make their works available under free software licenses like the GPL.
Link
(Via BoingBoing)
Update - and now Sony/BMG are getting sued by the Texas Attorney General because of the spyware contained in the copy-protection of the CDs.
This is a couple of weeks old already, but won't go away. Sony made a mistake and I would guess the Japanese HQ is upset over this loss of face. Was it a terrible mistake to purchase Columbia Records and Movies in the Eighties? What has happened to that great and very innovating company that was so influential in the Seventies? Apple is the new Sony some people say. I don't own any Sony stuff anymore. It's been replaced by other brands who innovate more.
I am tired.
Wow its been two years since I moved back from the West Coast. I still miss it. I hope to get back there someday.
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Life and communication are hard
Well I think learing new things can be a challange at a later age. Its intresting that my daughters can and have picked up computers much easier that I have. Its like learing new tech things is easier when you are younger. Well with that said I am having a time of it trying to get the mac sight to work the pictures and music stuff.
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Well its fun to be a musician
I am enjoying learing about all the cool computer software. I like Logic and Garage Band.
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Hey everyone I now have a journal program that lets me spell check all that I write so hopefully it will make things easer to read. I have been working some overtime lately. Kathy gave me an early Christmas present a cd that teaches how to use Logic. I will hopefully be putting out some better quality music soon this month and next. I will try to write each day on what's going on in the world I live in.
Be aware that not all that someone tells you is all there is to know. In regards to meds and all forms of treatment. Ask others what its for and how successful its been look into what you do before you do it.
Be aware that not all that someone tells you is all there is to know. In regards to meds and all forms of treatment. Ask others what its for and how successful its been look into what you do before you do it.
Welcome to MacJournal!
This is my first entry using Mac Journal. I will see how it works and if it is easy to use.
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