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Post by clyde on May 31, 2013 10:16:14 GMT -5
Jason (Jon Walmsley) was an extremely talented musician. In the article recently posted by ForeverWaltons it was reported that he played 15 instruments.
Just wondering how many musicians we have on here, and what you play, Bet no one plays 15 though!
I play cello and piano.
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Post by JeriJet on May 31, 2013 12:04:44 GMT -5
Jason (Jon Walmsley) was an extremely talented musician. In the article recently posted by ForeverWaltons it was reported that he played 15 instruments. Just wondering how many musicians we have on here, and what you play, Bet no one plays 15 though! I play cello and piano. Guitar and some piano -- but, oh, I so love the cello !!! |
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2013 12:53:27 GMT -5
can play (very badly) harmonica BUT Sunny howls!!!!!!!!!
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Post by Marilyn on May 31, 2013 16:34:26 GMT -5
I played the drums in high school.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2013 0:19:44 GMT -5
Cello, piano and classical guitar. Nice to see some love here for musical instruments.  mercantile |
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Post by JeriJet on Jun 1, 2013 4:01:51 GMT -5
Cheers to all the parents who made it possible for their children to pick up an instrument! And to everyone everywhere who inspired a desire to make music in anyone |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2013 10:49:02 GMT -5
Parents, we didn't exactly have any real influence but my daughter plays guitar, some keyboard AND accordion (squeeze box) this latter she had just two weeks to learn to play for a play she was in, the thing was bigger than she was! (almost)
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2013 10:49:34 GMT -5
whoops and I forgot violin (well) and flute (not too bad)
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Post by navywife on Jun 1, 2013 11:21:11 GMT -5
My son is the musician in our family. They discovered early that he had a gift for music. He has played the saxophone for many years now (15+), and can also play clarinet, basic trumpet, basic piano, and basic drums. He was studying audio engineering at university but recently switched his major and transferred to a local college because the job market for that field is not promising. Sadly, his saxophones sit in his room, collecting dust now. I remember all of the hours we put into his music - the lessons, the recitals, the marching band parades, the competitions. I understand why he had to switch his major but I hope his gift stays with him in some way. As for me...well...the music genes skipped me. I am rather good on the "air drums" on the steering wheel of the car.  |
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Post by JeriJet on Jun 1, 2013 13:12:28 GMT -5
To clyde and mercantile re cello:
I fell in love with the cello when I was taken to a Yo-Yo Ma concert (of course!).... and now I'm wondering if either of you have ever heard of cellist David Darling.... very talented, quite different.... impossible to explain to you.... I have only been to one of his concerts (in a huge CT church, and free!), where he was joined by many musicians who are part of an organization David started.... gotta tell you about it.
It's called "Music for People" and in addition to their concerts, they hold improvisional workshops around the U.S. (not sure about elsewhere).... The organization promotes a humanist approach to the way music is taught, performed, and appreciated -- profoundly respecting the creative impulse in everyone, hoping to fulfill a key missing element in the training of musicians and also to call back to music those who were lost along the way. It acts as a catalyst in gathering people together to play and sing in a safe environment where they can explore improvisation. THAT'S A MOUTHFUL!
When they were in my area for a week, I was able to attend one of their evening workshops -- and it was absolutely incredible. Have always wished I could afford one of their 2-3-or 4-day workshops.... I'm ashamed to say it's been quite a while since I have even looked up their schedule, but I will never forget them.
[ Oops -- I hope David Darling is still alive, and I hope Music for People is still going strong...]
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Post by JeriJet on Jun 1, 2013 16:03:05 GMT -5
Per Google, David Darling won a Grammy for Best New Age Album in 2010. Born in 1941 and still alive. Poor old thing! This was very interesting. I will look into it further. Thanks for looking that up -- for some stupid reason, I still don't automatically go to Google! Wow.... love that he won a Grammy.... I guess "New Age" helps explain why I couldn't find a way to describe his music.... all of the music at the concert, which was basically his cello, some flutes, and all kinds of weird drums (African?) was quite unusual, and beautiful. Mesmerizing. Now I gotta go to Google images -- need to refresh my memory of his appearance, which I remember as quite forceful, with thin, wispy, balding hair but tremendous strength in a very kind face. |
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Post by Marilyn on Jun 1, 2013 23:02:38 GMT -5
I always wanted to learn to play the piano. My mother played very well and us kids used to sing along.
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Post by Shelly on Jun 2, 2013 0:21:32 GMT -5
I had no idea that Jon played 15 instruments, that is pretty amazing. I underestimated his musical talents. I only play 2, bass and guitar. My husband can play pretty much any instrument he picks up. All 4 of our kids play or write music too.
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Post by JeriJet on Jun 2, 2013 5:35:08 GMT -5
I had no idea that Jon played 15 instruments, that is pretty amazing. I underestimated his musical talents. I only play 2, bass and guitar. My husband can play pretty much any instrument he picks up. All 4 of our kids play or write music too. In a way, the 15 instruments doesn't surprise me much.... my husband was a musician and he once explained to me that, if you study one instrument seriously (especially professionally), you will also play piano and also many others you pick up along the way.... he was a trumpet player in the main but also played piano, accoustic guitar, just about any horn except the french horn.... and even accordian, harmonica, uke, etc., etc. I suppose it has to do with one's level of musical talent and access to other musicians and teachers. Another key thing is whether a musician has ever taken lessons in conducting -- that certainly acquaints one with many, many instruments. On the other hand, my uncle played piano by ear brilliantly but every other instrument was completely beyond him! |
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Post by marylou01 on Jun 2, 2013 19:47:09 GMT -5
My 17 year old nephew is a natural musician. He's never had a lesson and plays keyboard, piano, guitar, Ukelula & plays Trombone in his high school band! He won the high school talent contest, county contest and is going to state competation this month! He sings too! His 8 year old sister is a gifted artist, she can draw better than any adult I know. Attachment Deleted |
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