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I was not aware of the Talks and Plays (I am assuming this is the same as "Riverstation") untill last night, I will have to add that to my wish list. I am also trying to find the my ultimate copy of The Jimmy Giuffre Clarinet. I have two copies of the the original black label Atlantic and even a copy of the jazzlore edition. It is just one of those recordings that the little pops and clicks start to bug me. I have read that the Collectables Jazz Classics CD may not really be an improvement. The japanese pressings I have are fantastic, but I have never seen a japanese pressing of the Clarinet lp. Trav'lin Light is now spinning with The Three & The Two next in line.

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I would also love to know about any additional written information on Mr. Giuffre. I am familiar with the chapter in Ted Giola's West Coast Jazz, the Rex Butters Cry Freedom article as well all the little mini bios that can be found with a basic google search. Last night I found this article, which is the only long format interview I have been able to chase down. Thanks, Bill

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I have been having a mini Jimmy Giuffre marathon on the turntable tonight, Free Fall, 1961, The Jimmy Giuffre Clarinet and Western Suite is spining right now. I have always been a sucker for the clarinet, but there is something about his tone and the sparse thoughtful pace that just sucks me in. I know that he has been battling Parkinsons for some time now, does anybody know how he is doing? Bill

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Thanks for the information and opinion. I think we will look into some singing lessons. Singing is something she already loves and I worry about her getting too frustrated with an instrument that requires a long learning curve. I agree that kids are different and what is helpful for some is not for others. Trying your best to find a teaching/education style that matches your kid is really all you can do. Thanks again, Bill

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That is great, congratulations!

I love music, but all my attempts at learning instruments were very short dead end streets. I just want to expose her to as much as possible, if she digs it that's cool, if not, that's cool to. My daughter walks around the house singing all day. She makes up songs and plays along on her toy accordion. Luckily for her she takes after her mother and can carry a tune. It seems like lots of kids start on the piano, but if you ask what instrument she wants to study she will say, "fiddle."? So, here are my questions. Do people feel there are pros and cons to beginning formal music lessons at the age of 5? Is violin/fiddle a good place to start? To me it seems like a fairly technical instrument and could be pretty frustrating to learn with out already knowing some basics. If she likes singing should we get her involved in a choir rather than an instrument? What questions should I ask a teacher/school before signing her up? Any information or experiences would be appreciated. Bill

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