Boyd Holmes, the Writer

Another opening, Another show

8/25/2024

Yep.

As Gene Autry would sing, “I’m back in the saddle again.”

I’ve returned to the Colonial School District and will be teaching general music as well as chorus at the Eisenberg Elementary School this year.

This little poster will be outside my classroom door for all who enter to read.

Details to follow.

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Musica, chiunque?

8/25/2024

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I'll be guitaring and singing along with Michael Hunter who will be pianoing.

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Musica, quis?

8/25/2024

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Advice given in a music store

8/22/2024

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I was in a music store a month ago giving some acoustic guitars a “test drive”. A father and his young novice guitar-playing son were checking out the top-end Martins and debating the prices. The dad asked if I could give his son some advice.

I asked how many songs he knew and he he replied that he hadn't leaned any yet.

I played a bit on the $3K Martin and then picked up a used $125 Yamaha and played the same thing again – and they were stunned how similar and good both guitars sounded.

“Given how many hours you’ve only played, for the most part, it’s all in your head, your hands, and your heart - not the guitar.

When I buy a guitar, its primarily about listening; not looking. Listen to the sound, don’t look at the price.

Do your dad a favor – don’t get that expensive Martin now – get it somewhere down the road. Someday you’ll be ready for it and appreciate it much more than you would today.

In the meantime, learn that if you want to buy things like guitars without looking at the price, learn to work and practice without looking at the clock.”

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Good, Better, Best

8/20/2024

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New Job: Part One

8/18/2024

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Another opening, Another show

Musica, chiunque?

Musica, quis?

Advice given in a music store

Good, Better, Best

New Job: Part One

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