Posted by LV on November 27, 2003 at 10:52:23:
Happy Thanksgiving to all in the states. Who (teacher, mentor, tuba/euph friend) or what (horn, education, other hardware, etc.) has made a difference in your life that you thankful for today?
My wife supports my tuba/euph/trombone habit, so she's number one with me (for many reasons). I have a tuba several music friends/mentors/teachers that have made a difference to me. Three in particular have made the biggest impact. Fritz Kaenzig (UMich) really changed the way I approach all my horns and music. I wish I had more time with him. My buddy Ron (a trumpeter, go figure) is like a brother and a big lug named Roger is my brother and overall music/tuba sounding board.
I also have a few really nice horns that I've worked hard and been lucky to find/buy.
How about you?
Best regards,
LV