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When I was dean of academic affairs 25 years ago we were just starting to study how to teach to different learning styles. Most of the faculty learned differently from how most of their community college students learned. We got better at adjusting. I go straight to my computer for anything music-related. But if I’m taking notes, I write by hand. Not only do I remember and understand it better afterward, but I also know where on a page to look for something. I don’t believe most people have that ability but it certainly helped me academically.
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Ray, because I can’t read your mind, I gave you two crisp options to help bring needed clarity and disambiguate your worldview; “A” or “B”. And I see that Mario offered a reasonable third option “C” that I didn’t think of, but you chose to decline all three. So what conclusions should be drawn from this? To be sure, conclusions will be drawn. You've already demonstrated your unwillingness to accept what's already been unequivocally clarified and disambiguated. Instead of apologizing for your unwarranted accusation, you've continued to attack. Additionally, you've said that that unless Ray act exactly as you demand, that you will continue to proclaim that he's a antisemetic. You have made the unwarranted accusation. You've been told clearly by Ray that he is not an antisemite. You've been corrected by Mario and myself. Ray is under no obligation to do what you demand. He's already gone above and beyond to clearly and unequivocally rebut you, and you've again and again ignored what he's written. On the other hand, you have an obligation to give an public apology for the baseless accusations you've made. As for me, no matter what misguided views Mr. Ford held or others currently hold, I have no such qualms about publicly stating that I’m not an antisemite. In my view, some things in life are worth taking an unambiguous, moral and courageous stand on . . . this is one. Clearly you disagree. What Ray has written is clear and unambiguous. What you demanded of him - as Mario pointed out - was poisoned by your own bias, and you couldn't even see it. If you re-read what Ray's written with open eyes, you'll see that he's already taken a "unambiguous, moral and courageous stand" - and much wider than your demand to proclaim himself merely an antisemite. David, since it appears you are hitching your “wagon” to the Ray “tractor” have you considered unambiguously stating your worldview on this important subject of antisemitism? "A", "B", or "C" ? I've already done that. Your insinuation anything I've written is antisemitic is baseless slander. Your additional demand that I unless I bow to your demand that I've proven that I'm antisemitic is offsensive and inflammatory, and warrants a full apology.
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Hi all, Here's a french bossa. I've written the lyrics and composed the melody. The voice and and the tenor sax come from Suno AI. This song says that even if the body ages, the spirit can remain young... https://soundcloud.com/christian-devienne/dans-ma-salle-des-machines RD BossaLewis01 RT 921 Acoustic Bass RT 1903 Acoustic Guitar Loop Cowbell Loop Guiro
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Thanks Marty and Mario! 
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Thank you Marty for this beautiful song and the consistently high-quality videos. Laurent
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The palomino color of a horse is magnificent. It flies like the wind. Beautiful song laurent
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Due to my advanced age, I don't recall your earlier versions. That said, I definitely like this one better. Those rather clever lyrics remind me that often our lives, our thoughts, our words, or our beliefs manifest certain contradictions – contradictions that may be manifest to others but not necessarily to ourselves. Great job. Thanks, Brian. You're much more articulate than I am on the topic, but I agree with you. These lyrics are both subtle and profound, and I'm quite fond of them.
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@Jim Thanks for your input, it could very well be what's happening. Hopefully we've provided some food for PG/Andrew thoughts ...
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Scott, We appreciate those very kind words. Thank you. Bob
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Nice, especially the doubled vocals in the chorus!
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You won't know the answer until... The song has a slight Animals vibe. Good vocal. Ohhhh, that bridge is fantastic! So haunting. One of your top compositions. The live musicians are top notch as usual.
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Thanks for listening, Laurent!
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Janne, well, I think you may have created a new genre. Whatever it's called, and I don't care, it sounds GREAT! Fabulous band, mix and overall arrangement. The vocal arrangement is also stunning. The lyrics work better than fine, but the crafting of the song around them could carry the song as an instrumental, or would still work if the lyrics were gibberish (they aren't). Not the kind of song I could ever write, which makes me a TINY bit jealous, but really just a whole lot of inspired just the same. Super song.
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Andrew, Ha! This sounds like a lost track from the Kink's (very awesome) Arthur album. Just...SUPERB in every respect: Epic theme, classic sounds and SO singalong-able. Hooks on hooks. Delicious stuff. Oh, and the opening rocks, too.
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Mario, Sounds great. Love the very purposeful rhythm. It definitely sounds as you have described. Excellent mix as usual and love the Swam sax!. Bob
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Different than what I expected, but still very enjoyable. Great reggae sound with interestingly detailed arrangement and lush mix. Leon has written touching and socially important message. Peter adds nice fills. Janice is always in her element, no matter the style, nice layering of vocals. Janne Thank you very much. Comments like this make the generation explorations even more enjoyable. We sincerely appreciate it! J&B
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Floyd, this is a masterpiece for sure. I'm glad you shared this with us. I really loved your piano, it fit the groove perfectly. The guitar was excellent also. But your vocal and lyrics were the highlights; a great write. Everything was top shelf, as always. Loved it.
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Laurent, Tough subject well covered Exceptional production Gorgeous sound Excellent mix Good music .fj Thank you very much Floyd for the comments. Laurent
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A beautiful love song. Superb voice. Laurent
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Chay, this is fantastic, a rocking renaissance song - brilliant. Much better than Simon & Garfunkel's version. Great story. Great vocal. Super backing band and mix IMHO this is your best to date. Loved it
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Love the laid back groove on this one, Mario. Pretty good write, some great lines! Vocal not bad at all, fits the song, and love your B3 playing. Nicely done! Thanx Dave. I'm not a keyboardist by any imagination but I do hack at it. I'm not a good vocalist either. I'm glad you like it.
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Absolutely the best song written about that day. Thanks, Chris & David.
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