Topic: THE TRUTH ABOUT FEBRUARY (Read 8398 times)

ChasSmith · « **Reply #90 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:19:04 AM »

Meanwhile, moving on to PAGE FOUR...

Ron Pulliam · « **Reply #91 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:25:25 AM »

I'm unhappy about Derek Hough dancing in the DWTS season, too. Now I HAVE to watch. Derek is the best dancer on the show, bar none. Of course, if his partner is a dud, it won't matter. His partner's last name, IIRC, is Liunka.

I don't know what a Liunka is. Have never seen the name before this morning.

Don't associate with anything.

bk · « **Reply #92 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:26:53 AM »

Oy and vey - I think I got a total of maybe three hours of sleep before the phone rang at nine-thirty. I've been up dealing with irritants (one) since.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #93 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:39:08 AM »

Oh. My. God.

Yep, that's what I said -- OUT LOUD -- when I put on the original LP of She Loves Me. It's beautiful! Last night I was shocked, shocked, at the harsh sounds of the CD, and I feared that I'd find that was just the way the recording has always been. Not so. The vinyl actually has a low end, a beautiful full stereo spread, and is about a hundred times more musical in all respects. Even the orchestra is beautiful. Regardless of which gentleman was waving the stick that day.

I put the CD back in, synced them up, made sure the volume was equalized between the two sources, and went back and forth, amazed. Granted, this was an early (1988) CD. And the record album was allotted two (count 'em) LPs -- four sides -- so MGM must have been on spectacularly good behavior in laying some nice grooves for this one. Still, the difference between the 1963 LP and the 1988 CD is shocking.

So... Who wants a free CD?

I haven't looked, but I wonder if it's been reissued and improved since then.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #94 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:41:21 AM »

Irritant(s) Be Gone vibes for BK.

George · « **Reply #95 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:42:46 AM »

Quote from: ChasSmith on February 24, 2015, 11:39:08 AM

Oh. My. God.

Yep, that's what I said -- OUT LOUD -- when I put on the original LP of She Loves Me. It's beautiful! Last night I was shocked, shocked, at the harsh sounds of the CD, and I feared that I'd find that was just the way the recording has always been. Not so. The vinyl actually has a low end, a beautiful full stereo spread, and is about a hundred times more musical in all respects. Even the orchestra is beautiful. Regardless of which gentleman was waving the stick that day.

I put the CD back in, synced them up, made sure the volume was equalized between the two sources, and went back and forth, amazed. Granted, this was an early (1988) CD. And the record album was allotted two (count 'em) LPs -- four sides -- so MGM must have been on spectacularly good behavior in laying some nice grooves for this one. Still, the difference between the 1963 LP and the 1988 CD is shocking.

So... Who wants a free CD?

I haven't looked, but I wonder if it's been reissued and improved since then.

Maybe Kritzerland can do something with it and make it right!

George · « **Reply #96 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:43:30 AM »

Quote from: ChasSmith on February 24, 2015, 09:32:03 AM

Well, damn it to HELL. I just passed a nice little millstone myself. Yesterday, I guess.

Quote from: ChasSmith on February 24, 2015, 09:33:12 AM

Nope, just this morning, as I was going on about Pshaw. Damn!

The Miracle of Modern Technology.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #97 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:43:43 AM »

Quote from: George on February 24, 2015, 11:42:46 AM

Quote from: ChasSmith on February 24, 2015, 11:39:08 AM
Oh. My. God.

Yep, that's what I said -- OUT LOUD -- when I put on the original LP of She Loves Me. It's beautiful! Last night I was shocked, shocked, at the harsh sounds of the CD, and I feared that I'd find that was just the way the recording has always been. Not so. The vinyl actually has a low end, a beautiful full stereo spread, and is about a hundred times more musical in all respects. Even the orchestra is beautiful. Regardless of which gentleman was waving the stick that day.

I put the CD back in, synced them up, made sure the volume was equalized between the two sources, and went back and forth, amazed. Granted, this was an early (1988) CD. And the record album was allotted two (count 'em) LPs -- four sides -- so MGM must have been on spectacularly good behavior in laying some nice grooves for this one. Still, the difference between the 1963 LP and the 1988 CD is shocking.

So... Who wants a free CD?

I haven't looked, but I wonder if it's been reissued and improved since then.

Maybe Kritzerland can do something with it and make it right!

Wouldn't that be great?

I wonder if there are any more tracks in existence.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #98 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:44:50 AM »

Quote from: George on February 24, 2015, 11:43:30 AM

Quote from: ChasSmith on February 24, 2015, 09:32:03 AM
Well, damn it to HELL. I just passed a nice little millstone myself. Yesterday, I guess.

Quote from: ChasSmith on February 24, 2015, 09:33:12 AM
Nope, just this morning, as I was going on about Pshaw. Damn!

The Miracle of Modern Technology.

DR George, you're an ar-TEEST. Thank you!

George · « **Reply #99 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:53:55 AM »

My pleasure, Chas!

George · « **Reply #100 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:54:11 AM »

Gratuitous Post #100!

George · « **Reply #101 on:** February 24, 2015, 11:56:02 AM »

Topic of the Day (just a representative sampling, of course...in alphabetical order):

Copacabana
Easter Parade
The Harvey Girls
Holiday Inn
In the Good Old Summertime
Meet Me In St. Louis
On the Town
A Song Is Born
Stormy Weather
Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Jennifer · « **Reply #102 on:** February 24, 2015, 12:34:50 PM »

Quote from: Ron Pulliam on February 24, 2015, 11:25:25 AM

I'm unhappy about Derek Hough dancing in the DWTS season, too. Now I HAVE to watch. Derek is the best dancer on the show, bar none. Of course, if his partner is a dud, it won't matter. His partner's last name, IIRC, is Liunka.

I don't know what a Liunka is. Have never seen the name before this morning.

Don't associate with anything.

Well it looks like he got the best partner. She was a gymnast.

I don't get why some people dislike Derek. He is by far my favorite pro dancer. He is brilliantly talented. I guess I understand why people don't want the same pro to win every year. But he is the best. That is why he wins. I was practically jumping up and down when he was announced. I was so sad that he was going to be sitting out this season.

Jane · « **Reply #103 on:** February 24, 2015, 12:58:31 PM »

Quote from: Druxy on February 24, 2015, 05:21:23 AM

Thank you again, everybody, for all the birthday wishes yesterday. I do appreciate it.

I lucked out and had an internet connection for a few minutes yesterday while I was waiting for my flight home. I hope you had a very nice birthday.

Jane · « **Reply #104 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:00:32 PM »

Quote from: elmore3003 on February 24, 2015, 06:20:48 AM

here I am last night with my lovely leading lady Annalene.

I smiled when I saw the wonderful photo

Matthew · « **Reply #105 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:00:49 PM »

Oy and Vey-- it's already 1:00pm. Trying to take the day and re-group before my rehearsals at 3:15 and 7:00 - but I had some second car issues that had to be taken care of - which were - and have to go to the storage unit, the pet store and Trader Joes before rehearsal.

So I'm outa here for now - but only for now.

Jane · « **Reply #106 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:05:06 PM »

It was late when I got home last night and I didn't sleep well. I'm fighting a cold and hoping it is allergies.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #107 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:07:44 PM »

My friend Marni Nixon just posted that her son Andrew Gold - I assume his father is Marni's ex, Ernest Gold - died on Friday of heart attack. He was 59.

bk · « **Reply #108 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:07:53 PM »

The She Loves Me CD was horrible. I'd love to do it, but I'm sure it's owned by Warners.

bk · « **Reply #109 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:08:03 PM »

Or maybe it's Universal.

bk · « **Reply #110 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:08:46 PM »

Waiting for a brief visit, after which I can finally go eat. Piano tuner coming at four so I've got to be back by then.

Jennifer · « **Reply #111 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:08:54 PM »

Oh wow DR Elmore that is terrible news.

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Jane · « **Reply #112 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:11:13 PM »

The service for my cousin in-law was very nice and my cousin gave her a funny, wonderful, beautiful tribute. He tends to be on the quiet side and it is always surprising to hear what a great speaker he is. That he is a great speaker won't surprise those of you who know him as "The Voice".

Jane · « **Reply #113 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:12:10 PM »

DR elmore how very, very sad.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #114 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:16:35 PM »

Oh no. Fifty-nine years old?!!

Horrible news, DR Elmore. So sorry to hear it.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #115 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:30:46 PM »

Just listened to the original London cast CD, which is quite nice. They made a few changes which are "eh", but the orchestra is recorded well and the cast seems mostly good -- even if no one in the world can touch Barbara Cook. (Duh.) And too much of the score is missing, after you get spoiled by the other two albums (original and BK's). Anyhoo, back to BK's now, and to trying to improve the sound of my contribution a little bit.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #116 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:31:18 PM »

But first, a trip out of the house for replenishment of some cat food, people food, stuff like that.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #117 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:35:32 PM »

DR Elmore, not that she will remember this wacky bunch, but please convey our condolences!

George · « **Reply #118 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:58:15 PM »

Quote from: elmore3003 on February 24, 2015, 01:07:44 PM

My friend Marni Nixon just posted that her son Andrew Gold - I assume his father is Marni's ex, Ernest Gold - died on Friday of heart attack. He was 59.

Oh, no! My condolences to Marni and her family.

Ginny · « **Reply #119 on:** February 24, 2015, 02:18:55 PM »

Condolences to Marni Nixon. I can imagine nothing worse than outliving a child.

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