While visiting friends in St. Paul this past weekend, I had the opportunity to experience a real work of art. We went to a restauraunt called the “5-8 Club” simply to experience this burger. What makes it special is that the cheese is encased within the meat patty itself, giving you a little surprise when [...]
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Thank You, Arcadia…
Thank you Arcadia, WI and your giant hill for providing a beautiful overlook of the Trempealeau River Valley. Thank you, also, for not judging my singing ability as I pulled over and sang a song while doing a little stargazing on a clear night like tonight. Also, a great thank you to the Arcadia Kwik [...]
Rocky Horror Picture Show
I ended up going to the Rocky Horror Picture Show event on campus last night. In all honesty, I couldn’t remember a single thing from the movie since the last time I saw it…except for the fact there are transvestites and such. As silly as the movie is, I felt like there was a lot [...]
I’ve Seen Better Days
I’ve seen better days, however I think our friend Conan O’Brien can put things into perspective. I’ve been very fortunate in my own right for so many reasons, and even though things may not be going exactly as I hoped thus far, I am enormously optimistic that there are brighter days ahead.
Seth Shostak Visits Eau Claire
Today was my first day working with UW-Eau Claire Activities and Programs as a student manager/assistant. I have to say I was on my toes quite a bit! I was constantly checking my e-mail/cell phone for additional details, hoping I didn’t miss out on something incredibly important…like forgetting to pick up our speaker at the [...]
Happy Holidays!
Despite having to work four Christmas holidays in a row, I am still thankful for everything I have and all the love and support I have from family and friends. I sincerely hope this is the last Christmas I have to work. I am determined to continue working hard and pursue my passion for teaching [...]
Fine Arts Administration Certificate
I got a little sidetracked in updating the blog, sorry folks! After much contemplation on what to do next, I have decided to return to Eau Claire for a semester to pursue a certificate in fine arts administration. While this may not grant me a whole new window of opportunity, I feel it will supplement [...]
U.S. Army “Pershing’s Own” Audition/Oconomowoc Chamber Orchestra
I received an e-mail this morning that I did not quite expect. I sent a resume to the U.S. Army Premiere Band, the “Pershing’s Own” about 3 weeks ago. I received a follow-up e-mail today, inviting me to audition for a section spot on clarinet! Perfect timing, as my clarinets just got back from the [...]
The ‘Politics’ of Band and ‘Musical Conceit’/Cowardly Letters
As long as I have this stuff on my mind, I’ll go ahead and write a few reflective notes on my return to Milwaukee community band-playing. Thanks to Donna Kummer and the Wauwatosa Community Band for the warm welcome back. It looks like I’ll be playing 2nd alto sax with this group. I was a [...]