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The Wigmore Hall Recital by Antônio Meneses (2013) https://open.qobuz.com/album/rt6bp6hxqcjgb Example: A pretty and mostly mellow listen and then there was this powerhouse of a Brahms work. Very symphonic for just a piano and cello.

Ledbetter Heights (30th Anniversary Sessions) by Kenny Wayne Shepherd (2016) https://open.qobuz.com/album/mu1i89de8zeac Example: It has been awhile since I have listened to any Kenny Wayne. Too long I would say. This is a very nice blues guitar album.

Peak on inside.

Cheers Chris - Happy Birthdays --

RIP -- It served us and myself personally with honor. 🫡

One of the louder Tiny Desk sets - enjoyed.

Sorry to hear Todd. RIP Goldie...

Chopin Orbit by Hayato Sumino (2026) https://open.qobuz.com/album/owks3ep62vp8b Example: Interesting mix from Cateen with originals (example) and interpretations of classical works. Overall a good listen. Well presented by Sony, with the credits being Hayato and a pile of engineers.

Happy Birthday Shelly - may all your knots be solved and beverages flow freely - cheers.

No other place to put this. Just fun with bassoons.

One of These Nights by Eagles (1975) https://open.qobuz.com/album/dalvoj1umrs8k Example: New Deluxe Edition dropped, so I thought I would check it out. I grew up with these tunes, but don't really listen to them much at all anymore. I like that they seem to have taken cues from some of the other recent deluxe editions. A new remaster of the studio tracks plus a full concert recording from the 1975 tour. Nothing else - perfect. The remaster sounds good, I feel that remasters are getting more subtle over the years. The old, all sliders go up, approach seems to be fading. The live is very country, leaning towards country rock. Before the 1976 Hotel release, it is the early more country songs (no complaints).

Go by Dexter Gordon (1962) https://open.qobuz.com/album/0060253764804 Example: The 2013 remaster is not as hot as the RVG 1999 version (example), but I think I like the newer one a bit more. It takes a half step back and much less tape hiss. Anyway, too many Blue Notes, so little time...

Hemispheres by Rush (1978) https://open.qobuz.com/album/0060254724382 Example: Have I not listened to Hemispheres on headphones? Countless times on my main rig, loud, probably too loud. But on STAX tonight, so much movement and panning. Crazy things going on that I had not caught before. From one of my self professed favorite albums. The 24/192 probably helps as well.

I think friends should check on him.

New Gold Hits by The Four Seasons (1967) https://open.qobuz.com/album/0603497895991 Example: Pretty much pulled it for ^^ Beggin', but got hooked on the album, Good stuff.

More STAX testing. Sibelius: Violin Concerto - Lemminkäinen Suite by Ava Bahari (2026) https://open.qobuz.com/album/eipd34vton1nt example: Nice recording - performer I didn't know. And a leftover from listening to MTT (rip) Beethoven: Symphony No. 3 & Contredanses, WoO 14 by Orchestra of St. Luke's, Michael Tilson Thomas (1989) https://open.qobuz.com/album/g8dw9cvvp4q0a Example: Also a good recording it has been a long time since I have listened to it (all owned by Sony now).

Rhapsodies by Léopold Stokowski (1961) https://open.qobuz.com/album/qy7npo4bfqa9b Example: Not the version I am listening to - but it is fun.

Random Access Memories by Daft Punk (2013) https://open.qobuz.com/album/0886443927087 Example: Some testing - so I might as well have fun.

It was a good day, a touch breezy at times, a very good engaged crowd. Some of the board members, {and my beard and belly} Many thanks all... cheers - Mikey

Thanks again everyone. I have the Falcon all loaded up for the long drive to Northern Seattle tomorrow. So just one last post for any last minute supporters. https://givebutter.com/WalkforBelonging2026/michaels-walking-team Hey look, I found some spring... cheers and thanks - Mikey

So many reason... Gershwin: Rhapsody In Blue, Second Rhapsody for Piano with Orchestra, Preludes, Unpublished Piano Works by Michael Tilson Thomas (1985) https://open.qobuz.com/album/alx83fnr8pexa Example: RIP MTT - a big influence on my early classical music exploration. I didn't have any classical listeners in my circle growing up. I found it on my own with the help of Columbia House record deals, and lots of CBS Masterworks recordings. This being one of my early purchases, so much more jazz inspired than I had heard before. I became a fan. Michael was on my short list of recordings to look for. I was lucky enough to move to the bay area for work and was able to see him in action at least a handful of times in the 90's. In the queue for today....