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@j-jericho said in How about a "Random Meaningless Image...let's see them string"?:

@ssmith1226 Perhaps they don't have urinals in the womens' room.

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I came across an “interesting” article. I’ll share a screen shot of the article, as well as a link to it. It reads as if it has been written by AI. The first paragraph reads “Trumpet players, often referred to as trumpeters, are instrumentalists who specialize in playing the trumpet, a brass instrument known for its bright, clear sound and versatile range. They play a vital role in various musical genres, including classical, jazz, pop, rock, and marching band, and their contributions to music are celebrated for their virtuosity, expressiveness, and powerful performances.”

I would also speculate that the initial photograph between the title and the beginning of the article is likely the choice of a Bot as well. In case you wanted to know, the photograph is of Stephen Schulz, a Bass Trombonist of the Berliner Philharmoniker. A link is also included below.

https://singersroom.com/w42/best-trumpet-players-of-all-time/

https://musica.fondazionemilano.eu/docenti/stephan-schulz

@Trumpetb said in “Trumpet Based” News Article:

I have to confess that right now I blow big time, but I am confused if instead I should be trying to suck if I want to improve.

Can any member help me out on this.

Should I suck or should I blow, or does it even matter

Any help and advice from other members who suck and other members who blow, would be greatly appreciated.

The short answer, FWIW, in my opinion, is continue to “blow big time”.
In my eight years of comeback, I have been a firm proponent of blowing . According to a summary of a discussion on Physicsforums.com, “blowing and sucking are very different processes with different physical mechanisms at play. While blowing involves directing and maintaining the momentum of air in one direction, sucking requires reducing pressure and drawing air in from all directions. This difference can also be seen in the design and functionality of mechanical devices. Additionally, human anatomy plays a role in the strength and ease of blowing and sucking, with the diaphragm being a key factor.”
In the case of Trumpet playing, both processes initiate the action in question with the stimulation from the Phrenic Nerve to actuate movement of the Diaphragm, in a downward motion to suck, and an upward motion to blow. In order to suck efficiently the abdominal, chest wall, and back muscle groups must relax, thus reducing external compressive forces on the Diaphragm and Lungs. However, in the case of Blowing, these same muscle groups contract in an organized fashion to create compression that augments the Blow and makes it far more efficient and effective than the Suck.
Therefore my opinion, as a comeback amateur trumpet player, for a Trumpet Player to do one’s job, continue to Blow, otherwise, you will Suck for sure.

Happy Birthday to Barliman2001. Performance of “Baggins Birthday Blues” by Moanin’ Mo Baggins.

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In Englewood, Florida-

@J-Jericho
Was the food court good?

@BigDub
Now I get it! Picasso!!!!

@BigDub said in A little humour:

@SSmith1226 said in A little humour:

You have seen a real one, to compare? Yes?

Actually yes! As a kid I enjoyed hanging out at the Museum of Natural History in Manhattan. Below is a video of what I saw and remember clearly to this day.
Interestingly enough, when the book, Jurassic Park, came out, I read it while on a fishing trip, staying in the Darien Jungle of Panama. Needless to say, watched out carefully for Velociraptors and other carnivorous dinosaurs, especially when walking back to my cabin after dinner in the dark. Fortunately I did not encounter any other than in nightmares, which were very real!

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@tjcombo
Our’s tastes like chicken. It’s very good on the grill with Baby Rays BBQ Sauce.

Twilight over Cape Cod Bay

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While traveling in Oamaru, New Zealand, I stumbled on this mounted underwater photograph taken by artist Maclean Barker. The canvas was already mounted on a wood frame. The gallery would not ship it to the United States, so I was unable to purchase it. I thought some of you might find it interesting. Does anyone want to identify the make and model?