Introduction Hi Saxophonists

[pblythin]

I came across this forum whilst seeking out leadsheets for Stan Tracey's Under Milkwood suite.
I'm mostly playing tenor in local amateur big bands and small groups. Used to get a few pub gigs but that has pretty much dried up since covid.
I've been at it since I was 16 and am damn near eighty now. Wouldn't it have made a difference to have had these on-line resources when we were developing ?
Still it's never too late. Looking forward to getting involved. Already seen a post from a bloke who used to play with us as a student - now professional.

 

[Ghr9204]

Welcome to the Café, @pblythin . You are correct, it is never too late. We have folk here of all ages to include seniors. I'm soon to be 71.

The Clovis (New Mexico) Community Band that I am with, about a decade ago, our alto saxophonist was 90 year old David. He invited a friend alto saxophonist, age 84, to join us. During rehearsal, Steve, our bandleader exclaimed, "David, I am glad to see that you have invited someone who is younger than you!"

(Our band, similar to the Café have members of all ages. We even have a few playing with us from the middle school (grades 7 and 8) and high school. The music talent is well developed in some of the youth. Plus, we have a few teachers, some band teachers and college students playing with us. Norvil who founded the band, was Steve's high school band teacher. Norvil played trumpet with Steve conducting, into his mid 90's until a few years ago, health prevented his coming.)

Looking forward to your posts!

 

[Jeanette]

Welcome to the café

Jx

 

[Saxlicker]

Hi from Bishopstoke.
I love that album.

 

[MikeMorrell]

Welcome to the cafe!

Mike

 

[Pete Thomas]

Wouldn't it have made a difference to have had these on-line resources when we were developing ?

Yes I sometimes wonder about that.

Welcome to out forum, and looking forward to hearing more.

Under Milk Wood reminds of the last time I visited my friend Bobby Wellins, probably at least ten years ago now. He was rehearsing it in his living room and I felt incredibly honoured when he invited me to play along.

 

[Tenor Viol]

Hi, welcome

 

[pblythin]

Cheers Folks, PB