Epinions Recent Reviews for Saxguy

Didn't do anything!

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:26:12 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - In my annual physical a year ago, I weighed about 40 pounds more, had borderline blood sugar, which my doctor described as pre-diabetic and cholesterol levels my doctor wanted me to treat medically.So, I set out to lose some weight using weight...

Hung in better than my Illini

Mon, 1 Sep 2008 07:46:06 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I was looking for a quality bottle of Belgian Ale to enjoy last night while my beloved Illini were taking on the highly rated Missouri Tigers in NCAA Football.I was initally attracted to Kasteel Tripel Belgian Ale because of the 11% abv and...

A good alternative, but I like their standard strap better.

Mon, 1 Sep 2008 00:58:07 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I have been using Neotech saxophone straps for years, and recommending them to my students.My experience has been that the straps are comfortable and well made.I was intrigued with this newer product. Their original strap has a wide base across...

Great shaving lotion; not so hot at body wash

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 22:58:25 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I've been using the Aveeno Positively Smooth Shower and Shave cream for a couple of weeks now. I had been using Aveeno body wash (and the CVS private label version) for several months, quite successfully. You see, I have very sensitive skin and...

Nice features

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 20:55:29 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - One of the problems with where I live is that the power lines are all above ground. When the Chicago wind blows, there’s a chance for a power outage. I really do need quality flashlights for these occasions. They’re also helpful if I need...

Decent clarinet stand, but be very, very careful

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:15:50 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I’ve had one of these clarinet stands for many years, although I do not use it much. The purpose of instrument stands is to keep the instruments safe and ready when not in use. This model is very light, as a heavy stand is not necessary...

Great Sax (strap)

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:38:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I’ve been using the Neotech saxophone straps for years. They are much improved over traditional saxophone straps because of the following features common to the standard Neotech strap: - Wider pad behind the neck distributes weight across a wider...

Does A Competent Job

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:57:02 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - Late last week, while getting ready for a gig, I noticed my current 3 hole punch wasn’t punching. One of the punches would not go up and so I couldn’t punch the music to put in my notebook for the gig. Like always, when I prepare for my gigs so that...

I had no idea what I was missing

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:30:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I’m working on a CD project, consisting of the best of two live festival recordings in June of 2007 and 2008. I did the 2007 recording sort of by accident, as the band before me recorded and the engineer and I cut a deal for him to stick around...

Did the job when I needed it

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:55:01 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I bought this item, The Mighty Bright Xtra Flex Duet Stand Light about a week and a half ago on Ebay for $18.31. Stand lights fasten to a music stand and illuminate music when it is otherwise too dark to see. Before, I have had sufficient light in...

This WILL save my butt countless times Commit to health excellence write-off

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 23:25:01 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - This is yet one more entry in my occasional but continuing “Commit to Health Excellence” write-off, celebrating my commitment to weight loss and healthy living and encouraging all Epinions members to do the same. Please join me. Details are on my...

You get what you pay for Commit to health excellence write-off*

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:52:29 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - This is one more entry in my occasional but continuing “Commit to Health Excellence” write-off, celebrating my commitment to weight loss and healthy living and encouraging all Epinions members to do the same. Please join me. Details are on my...

Beer off! Lagunitas Maximus vs Southern Tier Unearthly

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 11:07:37 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I had seen some brews from Lagunitas at my local liquor superstore. Plus, other Epinions writers who I respect have enjoyed their stuff. I also like the hoppy IPA style. While the
Lagunitas IPA...

Beer off! Southern Tier Unearthly vs Lagunitas Maximus

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 11:03:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - Many thanks to the category lead, Bruguru, for adding this to the database I’ve seen this on the shelf at Binny’s and Whole Foods at $6.99 for a 22 oz bomber bottle and have enjoyed several. For me, Southern Tier is the Bipolar Brewer...

Jersey Boys: Once again, a good time was had by all

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:40:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - Yesterday, my wife, her sister and I went to see Jersey Boys. The Chicago version is produced by Broadway in Chicago an organization that provides Broadway-quality plays in several venues in Chicago’s downtown Theater District. This play is on...

Great Fan for the money

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:16:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - We have central air conditioning at home. We have a new, high-efficiency unit that works pretty well. However, my music room is in the front of the house. There is an air conditioning vent which works, but it’s not that powerful. I had a...

Did not fit my instrument; poor concept

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:53:38 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - Instrument cases are important in protecting an instrument during transport and storage. Most new instruments will come with an acceptable case. Used instruments? Well, some have good cases, others do not. I had a lovely Noblet bass clarinet, circa...

A Nice, Cost Effective Bodyfat Calculator Commit to Health Excellence Write-off

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:38:50 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - This is my fourth entry into my “Commit to Health Excellence” write-off, encouraging myself and epinions members to commit to health excellent and write reviews on the products that help them. Please join me. Details are on my member page. I...

Decent Value, but You Must Be Careful!

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:16:03 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - Instrument cases are an important accessory. Most new instruments will come with an acceptable case. Used instruments? Well, that’s a different matter. I’ve used Pro-tec cases successfully for a bass clarinet and a baritone sax. So, I was...

Outstanding product

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:25:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - Instrument stands are a part of most sax players’ equipment. They make it easy to keep instruments safe and ready to play in practice or in performance situations. I usually take the stage with a tenor sax and a soprano sax. I have both a straight...

Live at Custer St. - Kent McDaniel Band: Doing it HIS Way!

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 01:07:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - Kent McDaniel is many things: A great singer/songwriter A talented guitarist A REALLY tough act to follow. His band and mine have played the same festival in Evanston, IL, Custer’s Last Stand Festival of the Arts for many years. For...

The Highs are High but you WILL crash

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 14:41:05 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - When the category lead, Bruguru, asked for volunteers to rate an energy drink, I volunteered. I received 6 cans of Crunk Sugar Free Energy Drink in return for my honest rating. I am not a regular user of energy drinks, but I do drink a lot of coffee...

Long Tall Dexter Does It Again

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 00:21:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - This is a recording of a concert performance from July 1967 in Copenhagen. Personnel is Dexter Gordon on tenor sax, Kenny Drew on piano, Nils-Henning Orsted Pederson on bass and Al Heath on drums. Dexter Gordon has always been one of my main...

It's worked well for many years

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:24:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - I had originally gotten this small boom box several years ago to assist me in music lessons in my home studio and in performing for small groups. I recall spending around $100. At the time, I had a lot of cassettes, so it being able to deal with them...

Devil Dancer is worth buying!

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:29:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Saxguy - Many thanks to the category lead, Bruguru for adding this brew to the database. I’m always looking for tasty beverages with which to unwind. I’ve been watching the beer shelves lately, looking for either the return of Larry Bell to Illinois...