TorturedSaints

Yes I know Douglas, and have done so on a number of occasions . . . let's just say that circumstances are not conducive to spending time writing music right now. Although I suppose it's a bit like falling off a horse (yes, done that as well on a similar number of occasions) and the longer I leave it, the more difficult it is to get back in to it.

If I'd voted on time, it wouldn't have changed the results. The consistently high standard makes me envious (in a nice way of course). Well done all.

[quote name='KiOgon' timestamp='1499697630' post='3332986'] Nothing's changed has it?!!? [/quote] +1. I've listened to the samples of all the tracks and reluctantly agree. More RW angst and rage against the machine (not the band lol).

Mine: [url="https://soundcloud.com/torturedsaints/"]https://soundcloud.com/torturedsaints/[/url] and a new Alto Sax instrumental piece up today, called 'Lenny H'. Nothing at all to do with Kenny G honest . . .

I'd be annoyed with a band member sitting on any cab!

Thanks for posting! Many happy hours spent playing his marches in my formative years with a symphonic/marching band Some cracking themes and counterpoint/descant parts. Not always easy to play.

Voted. Great photo and great compositions.

[quote name='Mornats' timestamp='1496332866' post='3310638'] Oh great pic! [/quote] +2 An interesting 'prepared piano'! Half the keys missing and strings damped with plaster.

Or there's this: https://m.daltonsbusiness.com/other-entertainment-leisure-businesses-for-sale/retailer-of-bespoke-guitars-manchester-lancashire-uk/398812

[quote name='MoonBassAlpha' timestamp='1495904472' post='3307495'] Me too! Bringing up the rear like a fat Womble at the London Marathon... [/quote] Probably a bit unkind to you and a bit unkind to Wombles!

Hi Roman, I looked at that very same amp on eBay. I sent the sellers a message about the lack of serial number and they replied: [color=#231F20][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]All items are fully tested by our engineers prior to listing. Regarding any serial no. or its absence, that's how this stock item came in to us.[/font][/color] [font="Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif"][color="#231f20"]​I decided not to buy because their reply suggested that they might be turning a blind eye, but I think you've done all you can.[/color][/font]

I'm in! (Late again though . . . have PM'd Skol to ask him to add me to the list for voting purposes! Enjoy (or not)! https://soundcloud.com/torturedsaints/rainmaker

[quote name='MoonBassAlpha' timestamp='1495714776' post='3306080'] If the weather stays like this, it may just consist of birdsong and slurping sounds! [/quote] Or Torrential rain! Skol, I've pm'd you about my late entry, if you could please add it to the list! If it's too late then no worries.

Shift work (or in my case a continuously variable roster known only 6 weeks in advance) is the bane of my life as far as playing in bands is concerned. I have to have really sympathetic band-mates who appreciate that not working is not an option and that I'll do my best. It has certainly caused me grief with a number of previous bands regarding availability (for example no block booking of rehearsal room slots as I don't get the same days off every week) etc etc. As for gigs, it has certainly limited the number of gigs we have been able to do, and also I've never been able to join a function/wedding band as there's no way I can commit to being available for a gig in 18 months time - I can't even manage 18 weeks. Good luck to all those who manage it. It's hard. R

Good luck with that! Our EP has 'earned' us $2.29 on Spotify in over 2 years. I say 'earned' because we've paid a lot more than that in having our music 'out there' on digital platforms. I'm sure your EP will do better!

Tough call. All top-notch stuff, but there were 3 that 'clicked' with me. Well done all.

Great resource here for scores: https://www.reddit.com/r/MusicalTheatreScores/ There are lots of scores there for some of the most common musicals (and a lot of less common ones). It has given me a good idea of the standard of sight reading required (and mine failed once it got to 6 flats!!), plus it is a much more fun experience practising using these especially as I'm not in a band anymore. It does seem that a lot of the scores would require a bass with a low B though, so that might be a consideration for the OP.

Thanks all.

Thanks Rhys and Coilte.

Hi there, My GP recently told me that the thickening in the palm of my (fretting) hand between ring and little finger was the start of Dupuytren's Contracture. As my hand is still able to sit flat on a table, there's no treatment advised at this stage. There's lots of stuff on it on the internet, but little on how it impacts playing the bass. I don't have any problem fretting one finger per fret at the moment (apart from the fact that my hands are relatively small), so would a change to short scale basses help in the long term, or would it be better to start learning to play without the use of my little finger? If anybody suffers from it and would like to give any insight on how long I am likely to be able to continue to play bass for, or whether the operation to 'cure' it affects bass playing (if/when it gets to that stage), that would be appreciated. PMs are welcome if you would prefer privacy. (Background info: average amateur bass player, 50s). regards Ralph

Another enjoyable listen. Thanks to all for your songs.

Very nice! Enjoy.