by Ron Goldenberg - Saxophone and Clarinet Reed Maintenance – Keep It Moist
A little moisture can go a long way… The reed should be moist but not soaking wet
by Ron Goldenberg
Good day everyone!
This is my first blog posting and I am excited to be reaching out to you. We are all anxiously awaiting the return to music making and the day seems to be getting closer and closer.
In the meantime, we will be holding our AGM (annual general meeting) on July 23, 2020 so please ensure that you attend. Invitations to the ZOOM meeting have been sent out to all band members.
For all of you saxophone players out there I would like to share a personal experience on my playing journey. I joined the McGill Music Sax School (not related to the university) and have found it to be incredible value for the money. Nigel McGill often promotes the school and gives free unlimited access for a short period of time. The website has hundreds of lessons delivered by video that range from beginner to pro. The site contains many popular song lessons that take you through the basics. The sheet music and a backing track are almost always included too. Give it a whirl. You will probably enjoy it.
Stay safe out there.
Hope to see you soon.
Ron
Here is a link to an article written by Bill Young for West Island Gazette, in 2019, September 3rd.
He has interviewed 2 of our band members - Ron Goldenberg and Barry Blackhurst.
Enjoy the reading!
https://montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/off-island-gazette/bill-young-strike-up-the-band
This section will allow entering news about the WINHB concert band, information about events, or any tips related to music - best practices about how to practice, tuning your instrument, caring for your instrument, music theory, miscellaneous facts and - why not - jokes.
Welcome to the newest feature of our website!
Information will be posted here on a (hopefully) weekly basis. Updates related to band’s music practice schedule will be added, as soon as current rules and constraints imposed by the COVID-19 virus will change.
In the mean time - keep looking forward, keep practicing, and stay safe!
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