I remember meeting Hugh Sung at a piano party hosted by Rich Galassini at Cunningham Piano a number of years ago. I saw he was playing a Cunningham piano in the video.
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Fare thee well, DollyThere have not been many public figures in our society who were so universally respected and admired. Truly a remarkable person.
I've read multiple remembrances and tributes in various online locations since the news of her death was announced. What most struck me was the nearly total absence of any negative comments in all those places. It seems that almost everyone loved her.
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A bit of a driveVery glad to hear that you dodged that bullet. Did you do anything fun or pleasurable while you were in Philadelphia?
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The wtgs could use your long distance supportI think Larry's visit was more than a coincidence. I do believe that there are miracles in this world. We all can benefit from a little more encouragement.
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Fans are happier (and better citizens, too)https://www.thefp.com/p/arthur-brooks-the-knicks-just-made?r=1tji4p&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
As a long-time Pittsburgh Steelers fan, I couldn't agree any more with Arthur Brook's observations in the opinion piece.
I think the rehabilitation of this region after the massive deindustrializtion of the 1970s owes at least a partial debt of gratitude to the Steelers four Super Bowl wins over that decade.
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Greek ChurchesLots of Greek food festivals in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. I usually enjoy going to at least the one nearest me.
Has anyone noticed how many diners are owned and run by Greeks?
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OperaTenorI'm sorry to hear that.
I sometimes think of people I knew and have met on the various forums over the years. Then, I wonder where many of them are now.
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Gas station scamsPeople sure are clever. And dishonest.
https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/man-urges-others-watch-gas-121521726.html
That screw is very subtle. I don't think I would spot it. The best advice was in the comments to be sure the pump resets after you hang up the nozzle.
My wife got skimmed at a gas station a few years ago. She still had her receipt and was able to secure restitution from the bank, but it took awhile because she had used her debit card. Now she only uses a credit card at non-bank ATMs and other payment locations.
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30 minutes of musicWhile you're looking for public places to play, give some thought to local hospitals or senior living facilities. One of our local hospitals has a small grand in an alcove off the main hallway between wings. The piano is normally closed, but I think they welcome people who are actual pianists to give performances there.
In the times that I've spent in skilled nursing facilities, which also served as assisted living facilities, they seemed very welcoming to people who volunteered to provide musical entertainment for the residents.
Also, when my mother was a resident at such a facility, I found two pianos in building lobbies that were open for use. I'd usually bring something to play when I visited my mother. She enjoyed it and sometimes we'd attract a couple of other listeners, even with my mediocre talent.
Big Al
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Some people never learnNice. At this age there's little wisdom in doing much other than exactly what you want to do.
Much wisdom in this remark. I bought a Yamaha NU1XA hybrid piano a few months ago to replace the Clavinova that I'd had for many years, but which had died and for which repair parts could not be obtained.
Now, if I could only persuade my fingers to regain some of the agility they lost over time.
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