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ul. Marszałkowska 99a
00-693 Warsaw, Poland
tel.: +48 22 32 53 100
fax: + 48 22 628 66 22
Al. Jerozolimskie 45
00-692 Warsaw, Poland
Tel.: + 48 22 31 82 800
Fax: + 48 22 31 82 801
Delicja Polska is an unique place at the Krakowskie Przedmiescie 64, where tradition meets classic at its best. More: www.delicjapolska.pl
Warsaw is now firmly on Europe's culinary map: its vibrant restaurant culture combines the best of Polish tradition with modern flair, and cool bars add a hot buzz to the city. The Polonia Restaurant in Polonia Palace Hotel (Al. Jerozolimskie 45) invites you to come and enjoy great dining and drinking, all served up with a smile. More: www.poloniapalace.com.pl
There is a place with beautiful interior and atmospheric music, located in strict city centre on Marszałkowska 52. You will also find there delicious food. More: https://www.facebook.com/Przegryz
Wine bar localized in the heart of Warsaw on Mokotowska 48. Place not only for wine lovers, but for anyone seeking a remarkable corner of Warsaw and an interesting dining experience. More. www. alewino.pl
Localized on aleja Wyzwolenia 18 cafe-club is one of the most popular places in Warsaw. It is well known because of its unusual climate and numerous of concerts.
Located on Nowogrodzka 15 NAMASTE INDIA offers a relaxed, contemporary atmosphere in which to enjoy the extraordinary, vibrant Indian cuisine. More: www.namasteindia.pl
Located on Marszałkowska 99a Metropol Hotel in Warsaw offers the stylish and welcoming Metro Jazz Bar & Bistro restaurant, located on the ground floor of the hotel. Decorated in soothing browns and creams, and with large black-and-white photos of jazz legends adorning the walls, it is the perfect place for relaxed Warsaw dining in total comfort, every day between noon and midnight. More: www.metropolhotel.com.pl
Located on Wilcza 26 Soto Sushi is uniquely designed interior and make you feel exceptionally. See for yourself the taste of sushi served on a glass bar. More: www.sotosushi.pl
ul Wilcza 26. In modern, spacious interiors you can taste well known and liked by all dishes, inspired by Spanish and American cuisine. You can follow the process of cooking thanks to partly open kitchen and TV monitors. More: www.secado.com.pl
Located on Podwale 25 in a historic building at the Old Town. Unique because its climate, interior design and kitchen looks more like places in Bavaria and the Czech Republic, not Vistula restaurant. More: www.podwale25.pl
Localized on Mokotowska 17. You will find there not only delicious pancakes prepared according to the Parisian recipe but also soups, cheeses and tasty salads. More: www.bastylia.eu/pl
There is a place in a heart of Warsaw – on Plac Zbawiciela, where menu based on homemade bread. You can complement your meal with perfect wine.
Caricature Museum (Muzeum Karykatura), ul. Kozia 11. It shows the best artists of Polish caricature from the 18th century to present day; take note that the exhibitions have English explanations. More information: www.muzeumkarykatury.pl
located on Pańska 3. Fans of modern art find Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw just 10 minutes walking distance from Polonia Palace Hotel. The collection already contains over 200 works of art by Polish and foreign artists. More: www.artmuseum.pl
Adress: Rynek Starego Miasta 28-42. More: www.muzeumwarszawy.pl
Located on Grzybowska 79. With an area of over 3,000 meters, nearly 1,000 exhibits and 1,500 photographs and films, the museum is one of the most visited places in Warsaw. Opened on the 60th anniversary of the outbreak of fighting in the city, it is a tribute to those who fought and died for a free Poland and its capital. More: www.1944.pl
A million visitors a month hit stylish Złote Tarasy (ul. Złota 59). To find the perfect souvenir, drop in to Chopin Luxury, which sells the world's only luxury potato vodka, and Apart Jewellers, which sells intricate, original amber settings in white gold. More: www.zlotetarasy.pl
Duck into Arkadia Shopping Mall (al. Jana Pawła II 82) for one-stop shopping and far too many ways to max out your credit card. More: www.arkadia.com.pl
Located on Puławska 2. One will find here over 70 shops, cafes and restaurants. More: www.placunii.pl
Bazaar located on street Targowa. During WWII, this was one of the few places where Warsaw residents could buy goods, derived – with a bit of cunning and quite a lot of danger - from the German military transport vehicles and stores. Currently, the bazaar is made up of about 250 merchants, and there are plans for entering the marketplace on the Registry of Monuments, which would make it impossible to ever shut down.
The place is highly attractive on Sundays, when Koło changes into a place where time has stopped, with an antique market where you can buy almost anything, from furniture to glass, porcelain, paintings, books, disks, instruments and military items
Since the Old Town area is tourist central, it's no shock that many shops offer souvenirs. Two of the highest-end options include M.K. Jubiler (ul. Świętojańska 7), and Sobieski Crown (ul. Nowy Świat 50), both of which offer truly breathtaking jewelry. The more modest Ateneum Młodych Galeria (ul. Piwna 51/53) shows the work of up-and-coming young Poles and real artistic gems can be bought here - whilst supporting a local artist. With a wide selection of porcelain and glass, Desa (ul. Rynek Starego Miasta 4/6) is a great place to pick up some souvenirs.
Koneser, old vodka factory, ul. Ząbkowska 27/31. This is a complex of red brick buildings from the late 19th century, in which, for over a hundred years, an alcohol factory was located); today it is a modern cultural center, with numerous cultural institutions based here. More: www.monopolpraski.pl
Fabryka Trzciny Art Center (Centrum Artystyczne Fabryka Trzciny), ul. Otwocka 14. A sprawling former factory which retains all its charm with exposed pipes and brick, this is the beating heart of art in Praga, with fashion shows, film festivals, live music and theatre. Fabryka also has massive gallery exhibiting contemporary art and photos, a bar which serves up reasonably good wine and really good cocktails, and a restaurant which offers something called 'industrial fusion', with a menu full of dishes like carpaccio with strawberries and vanilla. More: www.fabrykatrzciny.pl
Frederic Chopin Monument (Pomnik Fryderyka Chopina). The monument stands near the main entrance to Łazienki Park (www.lazienki-krolewskie.pl), when entering from Aleje Ujazdowskie, and it is one of the most recognisable and most often photographed places in Warsaw.
Built in the 13th century, this castle served as residence of Mazovian princes. The castle has been renovated repeatedly and it was destroyed completely during World War II. Today, the segment with the clock tower opens the way to the Old Town.
This is one of the most picturesque corners of the city. All its buildings were reconstructed after WWII and their appearance is a perfect match to the Square's original look in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Minor Basilica of the Holy Cross (Bazylika Mniejsza pw. Świętego Krzyża). Chopin died in France and a burial in his native land was not possible, therefore, his sister Ludwika - according to Chopin's expressed desire to have his heart laid to rest in a free Poland - brought just his heart to Warsaw. Today, the urn rests in the Basilica of the Holy Cross, in the pillar on the far left side of the nave. More: www.swkrzyz.pl
Frederic Chopin Museum – Ostrogsky Castle (Muzeum Fryderyka Chopina – Zamek Ostrogskich). The museum in the renovated Ostrogski Palace is the most modern biographical museum in Europe. The ticket to enter is actually an electronic card; by using it, one may hear commentary and information in several languages, and listen to music. This museum was specifically designed so that everyone can create their own sightseeing route and itinerary, in accordance with their personal interests. More: www.nifc.pl
Pl. Konstytucji 1
00-647 Warsaw, Poland
tel.: + 48 22 33 91 600
fax: + 48 22 621 41 73
ul. Marszałkowska 99a
00-693 Warsaw, Poland
tel.: +48 22 32 53 100
fax: + 48 22 628 66 22


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Obama spoke at the UN yesterday. In the course of defending free speech, he offered this jaw-dropper of a false equivalence:
I know there are some who ask why we don't just ban such a video. And the answer is enshrined in our laws: Our Constitution protects the right to practice free speech.
Here in the United States, countless publications provoke offense. Like me, the majority of Americans are Christian, and yet we do not ban blasphemy against our most sacred beliefs. As President of our country and Commander-in-Chief of our military, I accept that people are going to call me awful things every day -- (laughter) -- and I will always defend their right to do so.
People criticizing the prophet of a great religion, people criticizing Obama - it's all the same, yes? Obama can endure being mocked, so why can't these foks just get over it when someone mocks their religion?
For heaven's sake, very few of us still equate Obama with a prophet. Yes, there are Muslims who might benefit from having a thicker skin, but only a narcissist like Obama could offer his own mighty forebearance as an analogy and counterexample.
And how great is his forebearance, anyway? I don't recall much hue and cry about "Baracka Flacka Flames as Head of State", but how might the President react to a video depicting Michelle as, I don't know, a crack whore, or a depiction of Sasha and Malia as street hookers? I hope never to see such trash, but I would also hope that Obama's response would be Trumanesque.
Well, less abstractly - the US Supreme Court has upheld laws against cross-burning with the intent of racial intimidation, and rightly so. Even US free speech laws consider some types of expression as beyond the bounds of acceptance. That doesn't mean it would be acceptable for a private citizen to assault a cross-burner, but it would be acceptable for the police to arrest him.
The US does not have laws against blasphemy, but that is partly due to the differences in our history. For another example, spray-painting a swastika can be a hate crime in this country - would Obama like to listen to a lecture from an Indian leader about the religious tradition of that symbol in his country? I hope not.

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Bass Guitar Lessons & Classes in Highland Park Arlington
Find the perfect teacher or instructor in Highland Park Arlington for private bass guitar lessons in your home or in their studio.
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Specializing in various genres for a well rounded playing experience which includes: scale driven bass lines, walking bass through chord structure, Pentatonic chord shape theory, Church Mode approach within key Signature, and of course blues form.
About Robert
I am a Music EC-12 Certified Educator with a degree from The University of St. Thomas and a Masters of Music Education from Texas Christian University.
My previous career roles include being Children's Choir Director for All Saints Catholic School (2015-16), instructor at Cool Cats, General Music Educator for Stafford Elementary School in Stafford Municipal School District (2011-15), and my current General Music position in Irving ISD. My education experience covers many schools and programs in the Houston area, including various HISD schools as well as working with the University of St. Thomas Music Preparatory school as vocal, ukulele, bass guitar, music history/theory, and piano instructor. I am also
My background in music is mostly vocal, working with choirs and ensembles my entire life. I have also spread my abilities to work with Bass Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Piano, ukulele, and voice. I have many experiences with different genres such as American Folk Music, Jazz (Early to Fusion), and contemporary Rock/Pop, World Music, Christian/Worship/Catholic Liturgy, Rn'B, and Country music.
As an Music Educator, I have the strengths of being a distinguished musician and Professional educator which provides me with advanced knowledge in my field of study and interest, teaching for every age group from pre-school to Adult as well as influencing the fun, creativity, and expression of music no matter what the instrument.
*** Lesson Details ***
The music lessons will consist of a concise and strong education of their instrument as well as essential theory and history. I develop individual lesson plans for each student and subject, working on formative goals and objectives to work towards for every lesson and throughout the year. I look forward to being able to help students accomplish and enjoy their instrument, utilizing their interests and genres with a variety of texts and literature at many levels, looking to always expand my own collection to meet the needs of the students. I am comfortable with providing digital and paper materials as well as providing recordings and video studying resources. I know in my heart and mind that I have something to offer to any student at any level in my studio, and, I am equally as passionate about providing an honest atmosphere for evaluation and positive criticism. With every lesson I always encourage brief reflection over the practice, study, and instruction, responding to every critical juncture that comes along the way. Being a certified educator and music instructor, I know that respect, understanding, honesty, human emotion, communication, and professionalism are the most critical components of a healthy Teacher-Student relationship.
Over 3000 Lessons taught with Takelessons since 2010
*** Studio and Resources ***
I have the necessary tools to operate in and out of my studio. Within my workplace I always have my electric keyboard, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, music library, printer/scanner, recording equipment, full sound system with mixer amp, guitar amp, microphone and stand, tuner, music stands, iPad stand, and comfortable space and seating. I also have expanded my studio capabilities that is an entirely digitized database and curriculum.
I expect for the students to provide their own instrument so that they are able to practice at home. I operate on MAC OS and IPad systems that maximize the technological uses of my in home studio.
Be prepared to learn more than you ever anticipated as I provide many resources. I also push for supplemental music instruction within the lessons, adding basic training and music learning skills needed for accompaniment instruments such as the acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano which allow for students to have a stronger understanding of their music.
· Guitar · In home
· Ukulele · In home
· Guitar · In home
Robert M.
Robert M.
About Ray M.Close
Beginner to advanced.
Bass guitar is one of the most enjoyable instruments in the world, in my
opinion. It's not difficult to learn (if you play guitar, you basically already know how to play bass), and one can begin learning songs very quickly.
All styles and techniques, including slap-style.
About Ray
*** Lesson Details ***
I believe lessons should be fun, so all lessons are tailored to the individual student, based on the student's interests and goals. Students are free to progress at their own pace, and to choose their own learning material. Styles and techniques include Rock, Country, Blues, Bluegrass, Jazz, Shred, Slide Guitar, Classical Guitar, and Slap Bass, to name a few.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Lessons in my home stud
I also find that students who are at home (especially the children) tend to be more distracted, whether it's from lack of privacy due to the area chosen for the lessons, or often (again, this goes especially for the kids) there are pets that they like to play with while I'm trying to talk to them.
When they're guests in my home, however, I find I have their strict attention.
*** Specialties ***
I am primarily a guitar player specializing in electric lead guitar and solo acoustic guitar/vocal performance. I also teach beginner to advanced bass guitar, primarily finger-style.
· Banjo · In home
· Banjo · In studio
Ray rocks!
· Guitar · In home
Ray M.
Ray M.
About Joel M.Close
Developing technique, understanding arrangements, ear training, fret board layout, timing, bass lines, key center and more.
About Joel
I received my BBA in Finance from the University of Texas at Arlington; through college and to the present, I have received over 25 years of performing/directing experience from overseeing two mega-church music ministries. At these ministries, I served as the department head, responsible for lead piano, directing, arranging, worship leading, and departmen
I have produced 10 personal instrumental projects, and I have produced and recorded over 40 projects for other local, regional, and international artists. I currently travel with national, jazz, recording saxophonist, Joseph Vincelli, and my personal band Zamar. We have performed with a number of acts from Kirk Franklin, Darren Rahn, Kirk Whalum, Boney James, Fred Hammond, and many more.
As an instructor, I have been blessed with an ability to be relatable, relevant, musical, creative, fun, and engaging. I understand the language of music as a performer, and instructor, but most importantly, I value the ability to help the student find their own path of learning the joy of making music vocally and instrumentally. With over 18 years of private teaching experience and 30 years of group experience, I have gained a wealth of knowledge on how to be instructive and personal with the young or older beginner, intermediate and even advanced players. Let's grow together musically.
*** Lesson Details ***
My teaching style is very laid back, although goal-oriented. We have fun while seeing progress. For piano, I typically use the Alfred Series "Alfred Basics 1 - 6" or the Adult All-in-One for the Older Beginner. In the first 3 - 6 months, one will become familiar with basis technics and concepts behind creating music. These concepts will be the foundation behind learning how to read music, play by ear, and create your own songs in any style.
We would move a little faster for the older beginner and work through the Alfred's All in One in conjunction with introducing my 5 steps to performance for any popular style. These steps have been very valuable for those that are wanting to play piano, guitar, bass, or even sing.
For vocalist, I work through Estelle Liebling, Vocal Course, Alfred Piano (as an instrumental reference) and a number of practical performance techniques that I have gained over the years to sing in more of a pop, jazz, gospel setting. We will work on performance techniques and develop the ear to gain confidence to perform in various popular settings. I will also introduce creative ways to make up original music using basic theory and ear training.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Acoustic Piano, Yamaha MOXF8, Roland Fantom, Protools 9, Logic ProX, Midi Keyboards, Bass Mod 5 String Bass, Acoustic and Electric Guitar, and Tama Drum Kit.
*** Specialties ***
marked as a Student Favorite have taught a minimum of 25 lessons and
have received the highest feedback rating from students.
I specialize in gospel, R&B, Neo Soul, Blues, jazz improvisation, arranging, lead sheets, rhythm charts, and music arrangement theory
· Singing · In studio
· Singing · In home
· Piano · In home
Joel M.
Joel M.
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I teach the fundamentals of electric bass, including rhythm and lead bass techniques
About Ryan
My name is Ryan B. I play and teach guitar, bass and drums, and piano and would love to teach you or help you improve your abilities! I have been playing all four instruments for 25 years, and I have a personal, laid-back style that helps connect with each student.
I have been with TakeLessons for over five years now, and am truly blessed to have worked with so many great students.I will teach you what YOU want to play, regardless of style or genre you like in music. I design my lessons around YOU, and what YOU want to learn!
Let's talk guitar! Guitar is the ultimate instrument to learn! It is versatile and portable and you can learn quickly, regardless of your favorite style. I teach acoustic and electric guitar. I cover basics, such as chords, scales and solo work. I cover a wide ran
Piano is one of the most important instruments to learn, especially for children. The benefits are endless. For piano, I teach beginner through intermediate students. Piano is a popular choice because it has a very friendly layout with the keyboard. I use a proven 6 level method to take you from Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star to Ode to Joy! I cover how to read sheet music and cover a wide variety of musical styles!
Do you like the deep, powerful sound of the bass guitar? Well, I cover that too! The bass is a FUN instrument that is very friendly to learn. If you ever want to join a band, the bass is essential instrument, because it goes well with the drums. I cover a wide range of styles from blues, funk, rock and jazz! Go for it!
As a kid did you set up pots and pans or pillows and hit them with spoons like I did? Well, then the drums may be for you! You can learn drums with a pair of sticks! Drums are a total BLAST to play, and if you are not one who wishes to read sheet music,then the drums are perfect for you! I cover a TON of different styles, and if you have a favorite drummer, you can learn to play like him or her relatively quickly!
Need academic help? Well I can help with that too! I tutor in most subjects, including: Math, Science, Reading, Writing Skills and ACT and SAT prep
Here is a breakdown of specific areas of subjects I teach and tutor with:
Math: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I and II, Geometry
Science: Biology, Chemistry and Physics
Reading: Comprehension, Analysis, Annotation and general reading improvement methods
Writing Skills: Essay Writing, Editing, Analysis
Test Prep: I can help with the GED, ACT and SAT
I offer private in-home lessons, lessons at my studio and on-line lessons!
*** Lesson Details ***
Students can expect my lessons to focus on your goals. I cover a lot of fundamentals and basics to start, and then go through more advanced techniques as the student progress. In a short period of time, you will know chords, notes, techniques, rhythm and timings, just to name a few!
Guitar students will learn basic chords, barre chords and soloing techniques. Bass students will learn bass notes, bass lines and soloing.
Drum students will learn timing, fills, soloing and lead drumming.
Piano students will learn how to read music, fingering, chords and song performance.
For academic tutoring, I design my lessons around the specific need of the individual student. I thoroughly research each student needs and customize my tutoring around your child's strengths and weaknesses.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Equipment available:
6-string acoustic guitar
12-string acoustic guitar
Electric guitar
Bass Guitar
2 amplifiers
Full Drum Set
*** Travel Equipment ***
acoustic guitar, bass guitar
*** Specialties ***
I love and can play almost every style of music imaginable! Whatever style of music you like, I can help you improve and learn!
· Piano · In studio
· Drum · In studio
· Piano · In home
Ryan B.
Ryan B.
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Teaching Style
I believe first and foremost in supporting and developing what musically inspires a student's decision to study and play music. In order to fully develop control, musicality and understanding of the music language, it is important to focus on several components including music theory (scale and harmonic structure/function and rhythm), style, ear-training, reading and performance skills.
Expectations of Students
Like any aspect of life, consistency and patience are two very important qualities to posses when working towards a goal. The duration of each practice session is proportional to the level of the student. Learning how to practice efficiently with your instrument is key for adherence and success in obtaining your goals.
About Andrew
Guitarist/ Singer/Composer/Arranger/Music Producer, Andy S., is an experienced, well-versed musician in many disciplines of music. He has a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz studies from the prestigious University of North Texas and Masters in Jazz Arranging/Composition from the University of North Texas. He has also been an educator of the art since 1993 and performing for over 25 years. He is Professor of guitar/voice/bass and Director of SFA State University's contemporary ensembles as well as their arranger.
As an Arranger/Composer/Producer:
Andy has written, arranged, produced, performed and recorded for a variety of artists over the years including an original composition by world renowned jazz artist, Kurt Rosenwinkel, which was performed by Kurt himself along with the, Grammy award winning, Universi
As a Performer:
Andy is accomplished in jazz, classical, rock, r&b as well as well other styles of music. He has performed regularly with several jazz and original groups around the DFW area. He also has performed with and co-produced for recording artists from the Nashville, Miami and Washington D.C. areas. He also currently holds a position at First United Methodist Grapevine as guitarist, singer and part time arranger.
Andy also strongly believes that service to humanity is of the utmost importance. He has performed for and been a part of many worth while causes such as the Dallas Life Foundation, Juvenile Diabetes, Food For Hunger Organizations, Medi Send, as well as Habitat for Humanity.
· Acoustic Guitar · In home
· Guitar · In studio
· Vocal Training · In studio
Andrew S.
Andrew S.
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I am mostly experienced in bass thru playing on country and pop recordings in the studio. I have also played live gigs on bass throughout my life for many years. I read and write charts and know theory.
About Billy
I read, write, and play all styles and I focus on teaching the student fundamentals that work in all styles of music ....AND I get them going on the style they are interested in - pop, rock, country, folk, etc.
I have spent my entire life in the music industry and I can show you how to use what I teach to apply to the real world. I have also been a successful songwriter and I can work with students to learn about song structure and song writing.
I am also good at preparing students for college music classes.
*** Lesson Details ***
I like to break it down into small steps and accomplish them, then move on to the next.
Each person learns differently and I am good at connecting with how you learn - then we can use a boo
I have several books to choose from as well as CDs and other tools. BUT .....some things are learned best through 1 on 1 instruction and explanation without a book.
I like to see progress every week and I usually do.
*** Studio Equipment ***
recording studio w/ seating for parents
*** Travel Equipment ***
Student needs instrument only to start and discuss from there.
I have many tuners, metronomes, props, books, etc
*** Specialties ***
I teach using modern popular songs as vehicles but back up examples with theory and some reading and ear training.
I usually get quick results and my students can understand the music as well as play it.
· Ukulele · In studio
· Guitar · In studio
· Piano · In studio
Billy H.
Billy H.
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I have played bass guitar in varying capacities for several years now. I specialize in contemporary, rock, blues bass but also have professional experience in classical bass. I have played bass for several worship ensembles, rock bands, and am currently playing for an orchestra at Covenant Christian Academy.
About Jordan
I have a passion for a wide variety of styles of music. For several years, I was the lead guitarist, singer, and songwriter for multiple independent rock bands, the most notable being an indie psychedelic band called Tod The Fox. I have led worship for many churches including Grace Fellowship UMC, Brazos Pointe Church, The Cornerstone College Ministry at UTA, FUMC Allen, Living Life Church, and Fellowship of the Parks in varying capacities. At UTA, I studied Jazz and Classical guitar under acclaimed guitarists Sam Walker and Billy Robertson. Here,
My teaching style varies from student to student. Music is a wonderfully diverse subject and every student has his own aspirations. I will do my best to cater each lesson to the student's goals and interests. Whether that is classical guitar method, rock, jazz, folk, country, pop or anything in between.
I have an excellent internet connection and microphone set up for online lessons. I also utilize screen-sharing to make the lessons as close to real life as possible.
A few of my favorite artists include: Michael Gungor, Joe Pass, Andrew Bird, Chopin, Led Zeppelin, Glen Hansard, and Radiohead.
*** Lesson Details ***
Lessons will vary significantly from student to student. Not only does every student have different goals in mind, they all learn differently as well. I do my best to customize my lessons for each student's goals and needs. A typical guitar, bass, ukulele, or piano lesson may involve music-reading, chord studies, technical work, scale practice, theory, and of course learning awesome songs!
I consider myself a healthy balance between professional and light-hearted. As much as I want to make efficient use of the lesson-time, my primary goal is for the student to truly understand and enjoy music.
I have worked hard to be a flexible musician and teacher. I am competent in jazz, rock, classical, contemporary, blues, worship, country, and beyond and will be happy to teach any (or all) of these styles to any student.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Drive35 Productions:
-Large live tracking space
- Medium sized dead tracking space
- Pro Tools HD
- External Pres/Compressors/EQ (WARM, Manley, Vintech, etc.)
- DDA mixing console
- Several acoustic/electric/bass guitars (Epiphone, Fender, Taylor, Cort, Ibanez, Gibson, etc.)
- Lanakai Ukulele
- Gibson Mandolin
- Percussion
- Full drum kit
- 4 control/mixing rooms/practice spaces
- Breakroom
- Music stands/chairs
- Princeton Reverb, Vox AC15, Marshall, Ampeg amplifiers
- Several keyboards/controllers
- Rhodes
- Vintage organs
- Neumann U87, Senheissers, several SM57's, Lautin Audio Oceanus, Oktavas, AKG C414's
My at home studio:
- Chairs
- An 88-key Casio Privia keyboard
- Professional grade recording equipment (003r interface, behringer ada8000 with BLA mod, RNC by FMR, and more)
- High speed Internet access
- A printer
- A library of music resources
- Novation Launchkey MIDI controller
- Rode K2 condensor microphone
- Sm57
- Several Naiant stereo pair microphones
- 2 acoustic guitars (Cort and Zaeger), 2 electric guitars (Epiphone CS Custom, Fender Nashville Tele)
- An electric bass guitar (Epiphone Thunderbird with Bartolini Pickups)
- Lanakai Ukulele
- A Savannah Mandolin
- Double input amplifier (vox AC15C1)
- Music stand
- Metronomes/tuners
- Recording studio quality monitors (Yamaha HS8s)
- Large pedal board and pedal chain
*** Specialties ***
I specialize in contemporary, rock, blues, and worship guitar, but have extensive experience in classical and jazz guitar as well. I am also an on-staff session guitar player for Drive35 Productions and can help anyone interested in the skills necessary to play for a studio.
For piano, I teach beginner to intermediate level students in a variety of genres. I use piano on a daily basis for composing, arranging, and performing.
For bass, I can also teach a variety of genres. I specialize in blues/rock/contemporary but have experience in classical and jazz bass as well.
For ukulele, I specialize in pop music adaptation and classical.
For mandolin, I teach basic beginner music skills- reading and strumming techniques.
· Bass Guitar · In studio
· Piano · Online
· Acoustic Guitar · In studio
Jordan D.
Jordan D.
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Nothing can beat seeing an experienced person playing the bass, except being able to ask that person questions and get answers. One on one private lessons are what I offer in a comfortable, relaxed environment. I can show you exactly how to make all the moves for playing correctly. This makes progress exponentially faster. We also get into theory, which is WHY you are playing the notes you play in songs.
About Michael
Lessons are customized to meet the needs of the individual, with the primary focus on playing songs as soon as possible. I am talking about playing along with the pros, not reading notes for months and playing "Mary Had a Little Lamb." I have combined my "by ear" knowledge with Terrill's training to provide a unique approach to music, chords, music theory, ear trainin
Give me thirty minutes of your time and I will show you why students keep coming back to me, even after stopping for a while. After getting to know you, we can move to hour long lessons if warranted.
*** Lesson Details ***
Note Reading provided on request only.
Beginner Guitar - We start with simple chords and eight easy one-verse songs. These teach chords, timing, hand technique, ear training, song construction, and the start of music theory.
Intermediate to Advanced Guitar - all of the above plus tablature, different styles, advanced chord theory, performance, lead guitar, and more.
Beginning Piano - We start with simple chords and go straight into the songs the students like. These teach chords, timing, hand technique, ear training, song construction, and the start of music theory. I can teach you every major chord on piano in one sentence.
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Former Army Lt. Colonel to Speak Thursday• November 29, 2010 Share:
One of the nation's top speakers on leadership and Hispanic issues will talk at 7:15 p.m. Thursday in Korb Classroom. Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch has traveled the country speaking on leadership, diversity, motivation, personal growth and excellence.
Kickbusch's talk, "Fulfilling a Dream: Succeeding in the Face of Adversity," is being sponsored by Unidos Por Sangre.
Kickbusch's personal story is compelling. She retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, the highest ranking Hispanic Woman in the U.S. Army's Combat Support Field division. She retired after 26 years and founded Education Achievement Services Inc. That milestone represented a personal dream and mission to help prepare leaders.
She was born and raised in Laredo, Texas. She has been honored by Hispanic Magazine, Saturn and Glamour magazines for her leadership,
The Hispanic Business Magazine named Kickbusch to its list of the 100 Most Influential Hispanics in America.


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Forty minority junior and high school students from the Rochester City School District—East High, Edison, Benjamin Franklin, Wilson Commencement and School of the Arts, among others—will graduate Saturday after completing an unconventional summer school program at Rochester Institute of Technology's Saunders College of Business.
The apprentices have been attending the Future Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs (FBLE) program the last 10 weeks—analyzing data from Rochester-based minority companies to develop cost-effective, practical solutions the companies can implement to solve their business challenges. Results of their findings will be presented from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 17 in Max Lowenthal Hall at RIT.
FBLE is under the helm of the business school's new Center for Urban Entrepreneurship, led by director Delmonize Smith, professor of management in Saunders College.
Smith started the Saturday-sessions program in 2009 to help local youth develop their business, problem-solving and leadership skills through real-world learning. "FBLE is a means to benefit the community through the development of the next generation of business leaders who will be starting and running companies that drive our local economy and create jobs," he says.
"In the very beginning, I knew there was a need, and we've been able to expand the number of students and the number of schools and districts taking part," says Smith. "I've seen some tremendous success stories."
For more information about the Future Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs program, contact Denise Bell at 585-456-6645 or go to http://saunders.rit.edu/fble/.


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We always knew the New York Mets would never be players for Jacoby Ellsbury or Robinson Cano, or Ervin Santana or Matt Garza, or any other marquee free agents for that matter. Bronson Arroyo drew their interest early in the free-agent process, but it didn't happen. Now, eight days before pitchers and catchers report, Arroyo is still out there. So are Ubaldo Jimenez and A.J. Burnett.
Slugger and PED user Nelson Cruz and shortstop Stephen Drew remain on the market. Although the Mets need power, I wouldn't have wanted Cruz because of his connection with Biogenesis.
Bottom line: How to we know if his production was real or chemistry enhanced? When the Biogenesis case broke is irrelevant; he still was involved. With a reported asking price of $30 million over two years, let's pass.
The Post's Ken Davidoff wrote Cruz might be headed to the suddenly free-spending Seattle Mariners, which is a good call. The Mariners need to build around Cano because he can't do it himself. If he doesn't he'll just mope and take even longer to run to first base. Given their need for power, Seattle might bring back first baseman Kendrys Morales, which would be a more expensive version of Ike Davis.
As for Drew, if the Mets had Harvey and were realistic contenders this season, they might have wanted to make a run at him. Both the Mets and Yankees could use Drew, especially the latter because nobody knows what to expect from Derek Jeter. Agent Scott Boras, who isn't helping his client any, now wants an opt-out clause after one year. I'm betting a return to Boston.
As for Santana, one Santana should be enough for the Mets. Johan Santana is still out there, but even though the Mets carried him the past two years (as they were contractually bound) he has no intention of giving an employee discount. You would have thought $137 million would have bought that goodwill. Apparently not.
I don't know what Jimenez is asking, but he has a $14.1 million qualifying offer from Cleveland that would cost the Mets a draft pick. Considering he also had back-to-back lousy seasons – 22-26 the past two years – he carries with him some baggage. However, he's 30 years old, which work in the Mets' favor. What about a one-year deal with an option loaded with incentives? Even a two-year deal wouldn't choke the Mets. If offered, Jimenez should jump on it because time is running out, and after two years, he'd still be young enough for a payday.
But, let's go back to Arroyo, who wouldn't cost the Mets a compensatory draft pick.
Yes, he'll be 37 this season, but he's a proven innings eater, having worked at least 200 innings every year but one since 2004. He pitched 199 in 2011. Arroyo also has been a double-digit winner in all but two seasons since 2004 (he won nine games each in 2007 and 2011). Arroyo reportedly wanted three years, but couldn't two plus an option work?
The Mets hope Daisuke Matsuzaka or John Lannan fill the fifth starter role at the start of the season. They are questions, while Arroyo is proven. Even when the young pitchers are ready, there are no guarantees.
Just as Seattle loaded up on defense to win the Super Bowl, loading up on pitching is always the right move because you'll always need it. The Mets should've gone after Arroyo and/or Jimenez. There's still time.


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Pruitt wins award
PLAINVIEW – Nicholas Pruitt would like to make one thing perfectly clear: He does not now, nor has he ever condoned or supported the activities of the Ku Klux Klan. However, for a history buff who is particularly interested in the 1920s, the Klan is an interesting study.
It was this interest that led Pruitt to submit his research paper, "Broadening the Scope: The High Plains Klan of the 1920s" to the West Texas Historical Association for consideration in an essay contest. Pruitt presented his paper at a conference on April 1, where he received a first-place award for the essay contest.
Pruitt, a junior history major at Wayland Baptist University, originally wrote the paper for a Texas history class.
"I really like the early 20th Century history, the 1920s, and the Klan was part of the 20s and represented a lot of bigotry and racism," Pruitt said. "People were scared of each other and were real opinionated."
However, Pruitt said the stereotypical view of racially charged Klan activity wasn't necessarily the case in West Texas.
"It was different than what most people think about the Klan," he said. "It was more morally based. They fought for morals in the community … against bootlegging, loose women and things like that."
In his paper, Pruitt says that although the Klan's methods were controversial, it was "bent on upholding morality in communities."
The first Klan chapter in Texas was organized in Houston as "Sam Houston Klan No. 1." It eventually spread throughout West Texas, organizing chapters in Amarillo (No. 141), Lubbock (199), Slaton (228) and Plainview (260).
Pruitt said he has found little information on the Plainview Klan, but knows it existed and was active. He points to a series of articles in the Plainview newspaper in the spring of 1923 in which editor Jess Adams and a Captain T.J. Tilson, a Klan sympathizer, carry on an argument that reveals "the hostility and conviction felt by people against the Klan, and the solid assurance of men who saw the Klan as being genuinely acceptable."
Pruitt states that while Adams argued against the Klan's "threat of violent and unlawful mob activity," he agreed with the Klan's "ideological beliefs" on morality and patriotism.
Although he hasn't found a significant amount of information concerning the West Texas Klan and its specific activities, Pruitt plans to continue his research, expounding on his paper in order to write his honors thesis.
"This was kind of just a brief glimpse," Pruitt said. "I want to produce something that will really describe the Klan of West Texas."


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IR sensor for packaging coated products
Honeywell has introduced new infrared-sensing technology designed to help packaging makers significantly reduce defects in their coated products, as well as reduce the amount of raw materials used to produce them. The Reflectance Infrared Spectrometer (RIS) uses proprietary array detector technology to provide the industry's highest resolution and the broadest IR spectrum range, which allows mills to achieve unsurpassed quality by measuring multiple components of coatings, even on reflective or printed substrates.
RIS can be used in quality control systems like Honeywell's MXProLine, which uses an array of scanners and sensors to monitor the quality of coated products such as liquid and aseptic packaging. The total solution helps producers more accurately measure and control multi-layer or barrier coatings and adhesive layers, discriminate components with very similar spectral characteristics, measure on printed and reflective backings, and quantify variations in additives and fillers such as Ti02 and CaC03.
"Like most manufacturers, packaging makers are not only facing increasingly complex product requirements, but also demands for lower production costs and higher productivity," said Jack Ross, global business leader for P3 and CWS. "The Reflective Infrared Spectrometer brings those manufacturers closer to this objective and represents the industry's move to increasingly sophisticated digital signal-processing technology that improves accuracy, resolution and flexibility."
Specific features of the RIS include user friendly online graphical calibration tools, which save significant time over the off-line calibration methods employed by spectrometer-based sensors. Operators can choose between a basic ratiometic calibration or advanced chemometric calibration when measuring complex or multi-layered products. Additionally, RIS features internal optics that optimize beam focusing, automatic standardization that corrects for any drift in source spectrum or detector response, and fast response for high-resolution and precise spatial alignment.
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The theft of four golf carts, used at the just concluded June Jam outdoor concert, has clouded the success of the June 15 event.
The theft of four golf carts, used at the just concluded June Jam outdoor concert, has clouded the success of the June 15 event, which organizers considered to be the best in its 35-year history.
One of the carts belonged to the G&R Campground, where the concert was held, but three others were rented from a Goldsboro, Md. company. Damage to one of the rental carts, which has been recovered, is estimated at $2,000, while the two remaining missing carts are valued at approximately $3,750 and $3,900.
While the event itself is covered by insurance, the policy does not cover the stolen carts; any repair or replacement costs would come directly from June Jam organizers, said event spokeswoman Lynn Fowler.
"There was a lot of damage done," Fowler said. "We don't even have a total amount yet."
One of the stolen carts was found in a nearby cornfield on Mesibov Road, with severe damage to its steering mechanism. A bottle of Captain Morgan rum was found in the rear of the cart.
Whoever drove that cart caused considerable damage to the corn crop and a string of mailboxes along the roadside, Fowler said.
The cart owned by the campground was found undamaged nearby on Gun and Rod Club Road, between Harrington and Houston.
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June Jam has used golf carts for the past eight years without incident, Fowler said.
The three rental vehicles were delivered by Golf Cart Sales and Service of Goldsboro on June 14, used during the Saturday event and parked near the campground headquarters Saturday night.
The rental carts were parked near an activity hall on the campground after the staff was finished cleaning up Sunday afternoon, and were due to be picked up on Monday. The campground's cart was in the parking lot.
The thieves apparently were two men driving a greenish-blue four-door sedan with Delaware license plates. The pair appeared to have driven into the site at least twice, taking a cart each time. Both incursions were recorded on video.
One of the thieves encountered campground owner Norman Dempster during the second theft.
Dempster said the man appeared to have been startled by his unexpected arrival, but recovered his composure enough to say he was looking to find a lost wallet. Unaware of the first intrusion, Dempster casually talked to the man, gave him a phone number to call and went inside. Surveillance video later showed that's when the second theft apparently took place.
Dempster said the man appeared to be about 5 feet 6 inches to 5 feet 7 inches tall, with sandy brown hair, a round face and weighing about 160 pounds. He told Dempster he was from the Harrington area.
Dempster later ran into the man and another man as they were walking into the grounds on the exit road. The two again appeared surprised to see him, but the first man claimed to have lost the phone number Dempster had given him before. One of them asked to use the portable toilet, but they apparently left without doing so. Dempster surmises the last two carts disappeared after that encounter.
Dempster said he thought nothing of the encounters, being unaware of the thefts and because he had helped other people recover lost items.
Fowler said June Jam organizers were not aware of the thefts until they were called by Delaware State Police after the one cart was found in the cornfield Monday. One person reported seeing someone driving a golf cart and parking it in the garage of a home that's under construction, but a later investigation showed the cart was not there. It appears, Fowler speculated, the cart was driven there but taken away by another vehicle.
Police spokesman Master Cpl. Gary Fournier said detectives are investigating the case, but have no suspects.
Cash still will be donated
Fowler said June Jam organizers are distraught with the thefts, not just because of the monetary loss which they will have to cover, but because of the mean-spirited attitude of the thieves.
"We've never had any kind of vandalism," she said, adding that the June 15 event went off without any hint of a problem.
Being a charity event, this year's June Jam raised money for the A.I. DuPont Hospital's orthopedic unit and Veterans Outreach of Delaware. That cash still will be donated, Fowler said. They have some cash left over from ticket sales to put toward replacing the golf carts, and three bands will donate their entire paychecks from their next gigs to help, she said.
"It's really been an amazing response," she said. "Normally we're the people doing the giving; we've never been the receiver. This is kind of new and overwhelming for us."
As for Dempster, he will continue to welcome June Jam in the future.
"It wasn't their fault, it was these particular people," he said. "They wanted to do something destructive.
"The June Jam people work hard and these people just took advantage of the situation. That's a hurting thing and we're determined to do something about it."


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N.D. Supreme Court
Judicial Conference
Executive Committee
North Dakota Judicial Conference
June 14, 2012
Alerus Center
Grand Forks, ND
Present: Justice Carol Ronning Kapsner, Chair
Justice Daniel Crothers
Judge Gary Lee
Judge Steven McCullough
Staff: Sally Holewa
The Executive Committee of the Judicial Conference met on June 14, 2012. Chair Kapsner called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
Judge McCullough moved to approve the minutes of the February 24, 2012 meeting. The motion was seconded by Justice Crothers. The motion carried and the minutes were approved.
The Committee was advised that there is a need to appoint two judges to the Pattern Jury Instruction Commission. Judge Wade Webb's term will expire on June 30, 2012, and he is not eligible for reappointment due to term limits. Judge Richard Geiger's term will expire on June 30, 2012. He is eligible for reappointment and has indicated his willingness to remain on the Commission. Justice Kapsner reported that two people have expressed interest in being appointed to the Commission: Judge Gail Hagerty and Judge Fair McEvers.
Judge McCullough made a motion that Judge Fair McEvers be appointed to a three-year term on the Pattern Jury Instruction Commission. The motion was seconded by Justice Crothers. Motion carried
Judge McCullough made a motion to re-appoint Judge Geiger to a three-year term on the Pattern Jury Instruction Commission. The motion was seconded by Justice Crothers. Motion carried.
Chair Kapsner advised the committee that due to the limited amount of time available for the judicial conference and business meeting today, there will not be enough time to review the Summary of Previous Work on Providing Pro Se Services with the members of the judicial conference. Instead, she will direct them to the report in their packets and ask them to contact any member of the Executive Committee if they are interested in having the court pursue a service center for self-represented litigants. Sally Holewa reported that the Chief Justice has also asked Court Services Administration Committee to review the suggestion of a service center for self-represented litigants.
There being no further business to come before the committee, the chair adjourned the meeting at 1:38 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sally Holewa
Executive Secretary to the Judicial Conference


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Point Lookout, Mo — Fourth-ranked Northwestern College lost to (RV) Cali Maritime 76-54 in the first round of the 2013 NAIA Division II Men's Basketball National Championship. The 2013 event is being played at the Keeter Gymnasium on the campus of College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, Mo.
The Red Raiders held its only lead after a Zack Leeper basket to start the game. Cal Maritime came back with a 9-2 run behind three straight three-pointers by three different players. After Northwestern cut it to five, the Keelhaulers went on another 8-0 run, holding the Red Raiders scoreless for over four minutes, to lead 21-9. Cal Maritime extended its lead to 14 by the break, 32-18.
Both teams shot poorly in the first half with Northwestern at 27% while Cal Maritime went 32% from the field but 41% (7/17) from the three-point arc.
Northwestern immediately cut it to nine at the start of the second half behind a pair of free throws and a three-pointer by senior Ben Miller. The Keelhaulers had an answer for every run, however, and outscored the Red Raiders 14-3 over a seven-minute span to open up a 46-26 advantage. Northwestern made one final charge, scoring 10 straight points, six by Miller, and cut it to 10 (48-38) but that is as close as they would get as Cal Maritime held off the rally to earn its first ever win at the national championship.
Northwestern struggled from the field all game, shooting a season-low 28% and just 23% (5-for-22) from beyond the arc. Miller led all scorers with 23 points and was the only Red Raider player in double figures. Northwestern held a 38-33 advantage on the glass, led by Miller with 11 for his 11 double-double this season. They finish the season with a 24-7 overall record.
Cal Maritime shot 40% for the game and 44% (10-for-23) from the three-point arc. Casey Healy scored 15 points, nine from beyond the arc, and Keven Campbell added 12. Jaquai Wiley added 10 points and five rebounds. The Keelhaulers improve to 25-6 and will play Grace (Ind.) in the second round.


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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (May 7, 2013) – The ETSU baseball team will play its final non-conference game Wednesday night when the Bucs host UNC Asheville at Thomas Stadium. First pitch is slated for 7:05 p.m., while the Twang Bangers will put on a free pregame concert outside the stadium beginning at 5:30.
- ETSU (27-20) registered its eighth series win after taking two of three from Illinois-Chicago this past weekend in the Windy City. The Blue and Gold swept a doubleheader on Saturday, before dropping a tough 3-2 decision Sunday afternoon.
- Senior right-hander Kerry Doane (Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.) won his seventh straight start and recorded his NCAA-leading ninth complete game of the season in the 7-3 win game one of the doubleheader. Doane also became the first Buccaneer pitcher to post 10 or more wins in a season since 2007 and the first Atlantic Sun hurler to accomplish the feat since Chris Sale (Florida Gulf Coast) won 11 games in 2010.
- In the 6-5 victory of the second game of the doubleheader, junior righty Will Chesney (Knoxville, Tenn.) earned the win after tossing 4.1 innings of no-hit ball, while striking out a career-high six hitters, and fellow junior Clinton Freeman (Jonesborough, Tenn.) earned his conference-leading eighth save of the year. ETSU rallied for the win in the second game of the twinbill and senior Andrew Green (Powell, Tenn.) snapped a 5-all tie when he belted a one-out home run over the fence in right-center in the 11th inning.
- For the series, Dylan Tritsch (Boca Raton, Fla.), Andrew Green (Powell, Tenn.) and Derek Niesman (Wellington, Fla.) hit over .400. Tritsch went 6-for-13 (.463) with one double and three runs scored, Green hit .429 (6-14) with two doubles, one home run and four runs scored, and Niesman went 5-for-12 (.417) with three runs scored against the Flames. After posting a hit in each game of the series, Green extended his hit streak to 12 straight games.
- The Bulldogs have won two of their last three games and sit 15-30 on the season.
- Eight of UNC Asheville's last 13 games have been decided by one run, with the Bulldogs going 3-5 in those contests.
- Four different Bulldog hitters are batting over .300, as senior outfielder Todd Joyner leads the way with a .328 clip and his 58 hits (177 at-bats) also mark a team-high. Meanwhile, two-way player Tommy Houmard is hitting .325 (51-157), senior catcher Ian Graham boasts a .322 clip (47-146) and Robert McIntosh carries a .312 average (44-141) into Wednesday's game. Graham leads the team in runs scored (30) and home runs (4), while Houmard's 31 RBI lead all Bulldog players.
- As a team, Asheville ranks fifth in the Big South in hitting (.278), but is last in ERA (5.63) and tied for last in fielding percentage (.956)
- Wednesday marks the 49th all-time meeting between the two teams, with ETSU leading the series, 28-20, including a 20-9 victory over the Bulldogs back on March 13 in Asheville.
- The Blue and Gold have won 14 of the last 16 games in the series as well as seven of the last eight home meetings.
- Back in March, ETSU pounded out a season-high 21 hits en route to cruising to the 11-run victory, 20-9. Jeremy Taylor (Fayetteville, Ga.) went 5-for-6 with four runs scored and four RBI. Taylor's five hits were one shy of tying the ETSU school record, while the 21 team hits were the most registered by the Bucs since totaling 23 hits in an 18-7 win at Eastern Kentucky back on April 26, 2011. In addition, the 20-run game marked the most runs scored by the Blue and Gold since defeating Stetson 22-4 in game two of a doubleheader on May 1, 2010.
- Sophomore Jimmy Nesselt (Plantation, Fla.) will get the starting nod for the Bucs, while Asheville counters with freshman left-hander Lucas Clarke.
- Nesselt – who is making his first start since March 3 versus Marist – is 1-1 with a 5.40 ERA (13 ER/21.2 IP) in 2013. The right-hander is 1-0 with a 2.25 ERA (1 ER/4.0 IP) in two appearances (one start) against Asheville.
- Clarke is making his ninth start of the season and is 2-3 with a 4.31 ERA (19 ER/39.2 IP) in nine appearances for the Bulldogs this season.
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Afghanistan: UN expert voices outrage as number of attacks on Afghan schools leaps
Vernor Muñoz Villalobos, the UNs Special Rapporteur on the right to education, said in a statement issued yesterday that the attacks have killed many children, forced numerous schools to close down and resulted in hundreds of thousands of children missing out on attending classes.
Between January and June this year, there were at least 172 recorded attacks on schools, compared with 60 violent incidents for all of last year, Mr. Muñoz Villalobos said. As many as 500,000 children may now be unable to go to school because of those attacks.
I am appalled that anyone would target children and their teachers, he said, calling for an immediate halt to the campaign being conducted by anti-government groups.
The rapporteur said Afghanistans girls are suffering the most, even though both girls and boys schools seem to have been targeted indiscriminately.
The attacks have a disproportionate impact on girls because of the lower number of girls schools and the particular reluctance of parents to expose their daughters to insecure schools and schools areas, he said.
Mr. Muñoz Villalobos urged the Afghan Government to intensify its efforts to protect the security of school buildings and the safety of students, teachers and other school personnel.
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I met Mia Morgan in Stockholm during Fashion Week by Berns in June this year. I would describe her as chic and classy. On her client list is Vanity Fair, New York Magazine, Teen Vogue and so many more. She has worked with celebrities like Beyonce Knowles, Uma Thurman and Lindsay Lohan to name a few. Mia has worked with some of the greatest photographers like Gilles Bensimon, Patrick Demarchelier and Peter Lindberg. I asked Mia some questions about her job as a fashion stylist.
I always start by asking what is your star sign?
Virgo with a Sagittarius rising and Venus in Scorpio. I only know this because I just had my chart done at a party.
Do you think you are a typical virgo?
Typical What? There isn't anything really typical about me. Actually I am very organized like Virgo's are supposed to be. It's like I have a calendar in my head. I don't have to write much down and never skip a beat. The Sag is good because it makes me social and I like to travel.
How did you start working as a stylist?
I started working with clothing at a very young age, 12. I worked in fashion for a good 12 years professionally before I started styling; as a visual display person, merchandise manager and textile designer. My best friend was a stylist and I would assist her between movies I was costume designing. I didn't assist much because I was already designing feature films by the time I started styling so it didn't make sense for me to work under anyone for too long.
Did you study fashion?
Yes, I have a degree in fashion design from Wayne State University and I went to Film school at SVA in NY.
I know you work with advertising, magazines and celebrities. What do you like the best and why?
Fashion editorial is the most fun and creative but I love working with celebrities because I have met some of the most interesting people that way. When I am working and it all flows is when I am most happy, but I find this in every type of styling as long as I like the people I am working with.
Please tell me about the process when you do a styling job.
It starts with a seed. When the concept of the shoot is determined I might get inspired by a certain dress or things in nature or in the art world. I also love building around a texture or color. Do you want a longer answer, it's really different on every shoot.
Is there any rules in styling?
The are so many rules and non rules that I am not sure when we are breaking them or when we are sticking to them. To me, something just looks right or it doesn't.
If you could just pick one fashion designer, who would it be and why?
Ouch! Hard question. I would have to say Balenciaga.
Which piece in your wardrobe could you not live without?
At the moment my Natalia Brilli handbag. It's light weight, very chic and serves as a portable office as I am running around town prepping shoots.
What is style for you?
Style is when a person wears something and it makes them feel good and brings out their personality.
How do you keep yourself updated every day?
Mostly by changing my accessories around.
Which magazines do you read?
I like European publications like Numero, Bon and L'officiel and of course, Italian Vogue.
What advice would you give someone who wants to work as a stylist?
You have to work hard for many years. Stick with it. If the success comes to quickly you may not be ready for it. This is a really complicated job that takes lots of skill, talent and experience. Also, building the contacts and having them have trust in you takes a very long time. The big jobs require you to think fast and on your toes and have resources at your finger tips. Stay in tune with what's going on in culture and the world. Go out. Explore things and people.
There is a tough attitude in the business, why do you think?
Looking at the business from the outside in is like an illusion. It's not really what it looks like in here. It's actually a very complicated job and I think you have to really have IT to make it in this business. What is it? It's a combination of being able to use your left and right brain at the same time and never losing your cool.
And my last question, why do you think you are so successful?
Because I was born under right the star sign and it said I should be a stylist in my chart.


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Sunday, October 2, 2011
Last visited August 2011
Lovina and area slightly west. Plus Kalibukbuk - image from Lovina Travel Guide-Wikitravel
A bigger version can be seen here. Or click the above image to expand it.
The Lovina strip consists of a string of interlocked coastal villages on the central north coast of Bali starting only a few km west of Singaraja, Bali's second biggest city. Pemaron, Tukad Mungga, Anturan, Banyualit, Kalibukbuk, Kaliasem and Temukus from east to west. Kalibukbuk is considered central Lovina. Lake Bratan is a good spot to stop-off on the way from South Bali. Modified Google Earth image - the E and W bubbles indicate the approx Eastern and Western extend of the Lovina strip although it seems to be growing in both directions each time I visit.
Lovina features black sand beaches. This is the section in front of the Bali Grand Sunset Resort at west Tukadmungga/Anturan beach about 3.5km east of Kalibukbuk. That's the restaurant immediately behind the beach and the "hotel" block in background. The resort also had villas under construction when Lady Tezza and I stayed in late August 2011.
View from the restaurant. Water looks nice and is just that - I used to think black sand beaches would leach into the water but off the Lovina's coast it is very clear. And calm - this is partly because of sheltering reefs but more from dry season's prevailing south-east trades blowing offshore, which tends to flatten any swell.
Water is deep enough off the beach at low tide for okay swimming - there is a bit of coral about 20m out in front of the restaurant with a few fishies making it okay for less demanding snorkellers. Host Viv says the best snorkelling is along the reef which fringes the headland to the east - that area does get shallow at low tide. Dolphin watching tours are offered all along the coast including off this beach - I don't want to sound blase but I see hundreds of dolphins a year from my sun-room in Oz, so I have never gone for this somewhat touristy attraction. Animal rights activists are very anti although some tourists I have talked too have been enchanted. Viv reckons it's the dolphins who are watching the humans and they play a game of FOLLOW ME - appearing periodically several hundred metres from the last area which leads to a flotilla of small boats frantically switching locations.
Because the coast kinks a bit at Anturan you are looking north-west here and get a good view of the mountain-backed west coast of Bali plus on clear days (unfortunately not the day of this shot) the impressive volcano-backed coast of north-east Java. Any aspect with west in it means good sunsets. The above is a nice shot to expand.
I shot this 200m east of Grand Sunset - note chickens from the village. There's gotta be a line in here about the late bird catches the ---- (stranded shrimp?)
Maybe the late fisherman catches the barracuda.
Grand Sunset's food prices are very reasonable - we also ate in nearby warungs in the fishing village but found no price advantage. GS's happy hour booze prices were some of the better of our 9 place whistle-stop tour of Bali and Lombok - wine drinkers will be pleased to know that Viv stocks Margaret River reds and whites (rebottled locally under an Indol label for tax purposes) at a reasonable happy hour price.
Bali Grand Sunset has a very nice pool - not quite as close to the restaurant as this shot implies. Viv has a sign on the beach inviting passers-by to swim for free. He feels this adds a bit of colour and can increase his food/drink sales although he does not sweat on the latter. A free pool is a great attraction for budget travellers - there are several backpacker/flashpacker places in this area.
Grand Sunset was one of the nicer places I've stayed at in Bali. As a matter of fact the only other place I've had as relaxing a stay is Sideman in the rice fields.
Our GS ground-floor pool view fan room was spacious, comfortable and well equipped. More expensive rooms upstairs have ocean views. Aussie host Viv is a mine of information about the area and Bali in general. Viv is prepared to shuttle visitors to Kalibukbuk or Singaraja for free and has a bunch of daytrips on offer - I was particularly impressed with the Kintamani volcano tour itinerary. Kintamani is considerably closer to Lovina than south Bali where most people start this tour - and Viv's trip involves a waterfall visit on the way and then going down ito the crater itself and visiting a village. Most other tours confine themselves to the top rim viewing area which in my experience is a bit of a tourist trap.
Anturan village is actually located about 1km in from the coast. Bali Grand Sunset is one of 4 properties located between two fishing villages down at the beach. The similar Villa Agung is next door to the east, a nice homestay place whose name I didn't catch next again and at the eastern end of the beach the upmarket Bali Taman. East of here the coast kinks northwards - you bridge a small stream to a string of fishermen's huts along the shore. This tiny village has a few basic stores and places to eat.
Going the other way (west) from Grand Sunset you reach a bigger fishing village within 100m. This has more shops, a handful of restaurants and some backpacker type places to stay. One of the better known is Gede Homestay. Other more budget oriented places in the area include Sri Homestay, Puspa Rama and Mumbul Mumbul.
The beach in front of the village has dozens of colourful outriggers, but the sand in front of Grand Sunset and neighbours is free of boats. The latter tended to keep the beach free of debris.
I noticed when researching accommodation that quite a few places which give their address as Anturan Beach are in fact well west of this area - it seems some places simplify locations so that if they are east of Kalibukbuk they say Anturan, whereas they are actually somewhere in the Banyualit area.
Anturan beach/west Tukadmunnga area - modified Google image. Scale - 400m between Big fishing village and Small fishing village placemarkers. Kalibukbuk is 3.5km further west along the main road - I power walked it in 35 minutes - strolled the similar distance back along the beach in about an hour.
Lovina central is Kalibukbuk. This pic is shot from halfway down the main street of this neat little town - a very short narrow road which runs from the main east-west highway to the beach lined with restaurants, bars, shops, tour booking places and quite a few places to stay. The main street is so narrow it is easy to overshoot on the main road. Look for the Angsoka Hotel sign on the corner.
Appears very quiet in this early afternoon shot (I waited for some traffic to clear), but the place becomes quite lively around and after dinner.
There are several lanes running off the main street with more accommodation.
On my firt visit to Lovina in 2004 I headed up the side lane closest the beach and got myself a budget room at Hotel Angsoka - a joint that gets very good reviews in the travel forums. This place has accommodation from bottom budget hotel rooms to flashpacker garden bungalows. I found it good value in a great location - the main street is 150m, the beach 200m. Very quiet. The nice pool didn't hurt.
The dolphin statue at the beach end of Kalibukbuk main street. A hive of beach stalls and small warungs on my first visit, this is mainly a car park now - the other activities have moved to a new laneway parallel the beach to the east. The beach here is similar in appearance to Anturan. Gets a good crowd of people around sunset - when I first visited it was April and the sun was sinking further south in the west, almost behind the towering volcanoes of north-east Java, which were very clear at that time. Maybe the seasonal winds clear the haze better at that time of year.
Turn right from the carpark and you enter this beachfront market lane with lots of clothing and trinket stalls and more than a few warungs and bigger restaurants. Tree area between lane and beach provides good shade for beach goers - black sand gets pretty hot in the sun.
Interestingly there is now a sign LOVINA BEACH on the main road at a set of traffic lights about 500m east of Kalibukbuk main street - if you take this road it heads at an acute angle and hits the beach far background of this shot.
Kalibukbuk area - modified Google image. Scale - 530m straight line between Main street and Traffic lights place markers.
Although a pleasant walk, the coast back east to Anturan beach is pretty ordinary. There are some big resorts along here but their beach ends are not startling - I honestly feel Grand Sunset and neighbours have the nicest section of beach east of Kalibukbuk. Some parts as above suffer the low tide blues of shallow water a fair way out. But note a few parts of this walk would be difficult at full high tide.
When I first walked east of Kalibukbuk in 2004 there were lots of the above type farming area immediately behind the sand. In 2011 there was only this one in the 3.5km to Anturan beach.
It seemed local housing was as responsible as resort development in building out the beachfront strip.
However there still seems to be plenty of agriculture between the beach strip and a similar strip of development along the main east south road - so it is possible to find your resort surrounded by rice fields and grazing.
A pleasant local excursion is to the Banjar hot springs about 10km west of Kalibukbuk. You can take a local bemo to the turnoff at the police office 7.5 km west of Kalibukbuk. Look for Air Panas Banjar signs. From there waiting motorcycle taxis will take you the nearly 3km up into the foothills to the springs.
There are 3 pools in total - none scalding. The upper one in this shot is warmest, followed by the bigger one in foreground.
The third pool is off to the left of the big one in the previous shot - temperature is about the same but because the water falls 4m it has a massaging effect on aching backs/shoulders. Water is slightly sulphurous - there are fresh water showers when finished.
The place was fairly busy, mainly locals, when we visited on a weekend but I believe if you come up early in the day at other times you can find it very uncrowded.
Entry to the hot springs was 5000rp in August 2011 and there's a nice elevated restaurant with budget prices. Plus some smaller spa pools to the side of the restaurant. The area has attractive gardens and is surrounded by heavy forest. A nice looking flashpacker place to stay is located just before the car park.
Another possible excursion (although we did it on the way up from south Bali) is the Git Git Falls just off the main north south road as it drops from the rim of the Lake Bratan caldera to the coast. This is the bigger more visited lower falls, about half way down the mountainside - maybe 15km from Singaraja and 25km from Kalibukbuk.
The upper falls are a good 6-8km further up the road.
The falls are a pleasant 10-15 minutes walk from a sign on the right hand (western) side of the road going uphill - 50m up the road and on the opposite side from the main carpark. Guides will offer their services in the carpark but are not needed.
There is a nice pool at the foot of the falls if you want to cool off. Lots of clothing, art and trinket sellers along the path offering some ridiculously low prices. Quite a few spots for refreshments too.
The Sing Sing falls are closer to Lovina - a few km east of the Banjar hot springs. But Viv told us water flow was virtually nil at our time of visit (late dry season) so we gave it a miss.
Viv says there are some excellent falls off the coastal road to Amed not a great distance east of Singaraja - he will do this on a daytrip or halfday trip and includes it on his Kintamani tour.
Another excursion is to the Bedugul-Lake Bratan caldera high on the main route from south Bali to Singaraja, although once again we called in on our journey up from Kuta to Lovina. The above pic is of the largest of the 3 lakes, L Buyan, shot from a warung-viewpoint on the southern rim of the crater.
Map of area - a bigger version can be found here. Note the side road which runs on the north side of Lakes Buyan and Tambigan is actually high on the rim, not down at lake-side. You climb several km out of the crater on the main road. The turn into the side road near Wanagirl is actually a very short distance on the downhill run to Singaraja.
Oblique Google Earth image from the south-east. Bedugul is the main town and has markets, a botanic garden, water sports on Lake Bratan, several restaurants and a bar. The general area around the lakes is cultivated intensively and is know for vegetables, fruit, flowers, tea and coffee. There are quite a few places to stay up here - it's one on my must do list. Apparently the country around Munduk is not unlike Sideman - we aimed to tour it but the side-road was under repair and in terrible condition so we only made it to the (viewpoint) camera symbol on image.
A very good description of the area including what to see, where to stay/eat etc is the wikitravel Bedugul Travel Guide.
Other Excurisons
Lovina is about as close as any major destination is to Bali's best snorkelling area at Menjangen in the far north-west, so plenty of daytrips are on offer. However I consder it quite a haul and didn't bother.
There are at least 3 dive operations along the Lovina strip - I believe they travel as far as Menjangen and to the east Tumamben near Amed for the Liberty shipwreck and other attractions of what is often called Bali's best dive area.
Singaraja trips are popular for shopping and historic buildings (this is the old Dutch capital).
I've seen signs up for horse-riding.
I've already mentioned Viv does a Kintamani trip - no doubt plenty of others do.
I saw daytrips to Ubud on offer - it is two hours from Lovina which is longer than from the southern tourist areas.
Public transport would be cheapest but a bit of a hassle. You need to get to the bus station in Denpasar for a Singaraja bus and then change for a bemo to Lovina.
The next cheapest option would be Perama's shuttle bus. If the schedule is still the same as when I last did it in 2004, you go via Ubud. I think I started about 9am and arrived in Lovina around 3 pm. But the bus did stop at Bedugul, Lake Bratan for a half hour. There may now be a direct bus - trouble is Perama's schedule no longer shows time of arrival.
Most convenient is taxi or car and driver. The taxi board at Kuta airport does not show a Lovina price, but a Sept 2011 post mentioned 450k. From Kuta town should be similar. A typical trip should take around 3 hours - less at night when the traffic is light. The minus of night travel is you won't get to appreciate the scenery around Lake Bratan.
I think a car and driver from Kuta at this time (2011) might be negotiated at around 400k - Lady Tezza and I paid a full day rate of 500k because we wanted to tour the Lake Bratan and Git Git Falls areas - this was an internet rate and I think you should be able to negotiate less from one of the guys on the street or hanging around hotel parking lots.
Of course many Lovina accommodation places pick up from the airport and other places down south, so this should be your first enquiry. From memory, Viv's airport pickup price was very competitive.
Ubud is two hours in day traffic. This suggests 250-300k in 2011 terms would be okay. We paid Viv 400k to take us to Ubud but that did include transport to and from the Banjar hot springs the day before. Perama would be the budget way to do this trip.
If you come off the ferries from Java which arrive at Gilamanuk in the far north-west of the island plenty of buses run across the north coast road thru Lovina to Singaraja.
From Padangbai Perama can get you to Ubud where you change vehicles for Lovina. A Padangbai arrival from Lombok after mid-day will probably see you overnighting in Ubud.
Bemos run along the Lovina strip from Singaraja fairly frequently.
When I was walking from Anturan beach into Lovina about a thousand guys along the main road wanted to know if I wanted "transport."
Motorcycle and bicycle hire is available at a lot of accommodation and other places - the books say traffic is easier than in south Bali which is true but there is still a lot of heavy stuff moving along the main east-west highway - the ferry from Java is one end (Gilamuk) and the ferry to the eastern islands the other (Padangbai) plus a fair bit of local traffic. This is okay for motorcycles which can move at the same speed but I found bicycling (which I did a lot of in 2004) a bit exciting - there is not much of a shoulder (if any) and lots of vehicles parked roadside..
Viv is correct - backpacker babes do add some colour. Not Lovina, but who cares?
If you have additional information, please post it below.
If you have QUESTIONS, please post them in the FORUM which can be accessed via the INDEX link top right of this page - I don't get to check individual location pages very often but I try to visit the Forum daily when not travelling.
If you visit Lovina and would like to keep us up to date with a TRIP REPORT, have a look at that section via the Index - just a few photos and captions will do fine.
6 comments:
- camborick said...
Just a couple of links to other nearby places. Waterfalls: Sing-sing; Blahmantung is not mentioned but also not too far away; Yeh Mempeh is the waterfall to the east of Singaraja.
Furthermore adding to Banjar hot spring: Angseri, not too far from Bedugul and the upmarket soaking site of Toya Bungkah.
- October 7, 2011 at 3:53 AM
- tezza said...
Thanks Rick, good stuff.
- October 7, 2011 at 3:04 PM
- GaryD said...
I have stayed at the place next to Villa Agung. The place is called Sri Homestay. I ate mostly at the Apple Warung in central Lovina.
Another place worth visiting near Banjar is the Buddhist Monastery. The monastery is open to tourists.
- October 26, 2011 at 5:24 PM
- tezza said...
Ah, so THAT'S Sri Homestay. Why don't I write these things down? Looked an okay place. Thanks Gary.
- October 29, 2011 at 9:20 PM
- Andrew Bennett said...
I stayed a night at the Villa Agung in Lovina in December great hotel, the food is good and cheap. The owner is an America guy called Gus. I think it was about $60 for a family room with a/c. I took my girls on the early morning dolphin watch, and I reakon your right, them dolphins are playing games. The sunrise over lovina from out there is magic.
If you want to se some pics of the villa agung
- January 17, 2012 at 8:30 PM
- Andrew Bennett said...
Good read , thanx
- January 17, 2012 at 8:41 PM


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Tauriel was a Silvan Elf of Mirkwood. She has been described as a warrior and head of the Wood-elf guard.[1] Her character was invented by Peter Jackson for The Hobbit (film series) and will be played by Evangeline Lilly.[2]
"Tauriel" means "daughter of Mirkwood"[2] or more literally, "daughter of [the] forest" (see taur).
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