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Great Performances #14

March 23, 2008

I would call Vladimir Horowitz simply a genius. This rendition of Chopin’s “Mazurka in B minor” is masterfully played, just like all of his other performances. His playing never fails to draw me in and get my undivided attention. Beautiful music, full of passion and inspiration.

Financial considerations of a cruise ship job

March 21, 2008

Dear musicians,

One of the most asked questions at Oceanbound Entertainment Inc., is “how much will I get paid”? I agree that this is an important question, but merely comparing numbers of land based gigs with gigs at sea won’t give you an accurate picture. more info

Jumbotron ads to appear on cruise ships

March 17, 2008

Four of Carnival Cruise Lines’ ships are outfitted with giant 12′ X 22′ LED screens and four more ships will be fitted with the same screens by the end of next year. For the casino et bonusplay keno onlinejeux de casino gratuitementjeux casino sans depotbonus de casinojeux de casino gratuitsgamme com jeuforum bonus casinoonline black jack gameles r?gles de la roulettejeux de la roulette russetop casino en ligneblack game jack onlineplay free slotsjeu onlinemeilleures promotions en lignejouer seven card stud gratuitesjeu flash poker gratuitesstrip poker en lignepoker 3dtexas holdem flashpartie de poker gratuitesjouer online poker tourtelechargement jeu poker gratuitesregles du jeux pokertelecharger poker 3djouer poker omahapoker gratuites ,poker holdem gratuites ,jeux poker gratuitespoker en reseau gratuitesjeu de poker gratuites texastelecharger poker starspoker texas hold hem gratuitespocker texas holdemworld of series pokerpoker a telecharger gratuitementtexas holdem en lignejeux de poker onlinepoker en ligne et gratuitessalle poker onlinejeu world pokerpoker en ligne sans depottexas holdem,texas holdem download,texas holdem no limitwinamax pokerworld tour pokerjeu pro poker tourpoker comlive pokerpoker gratuites hors lignela r?gle du jeu pokerregles poker hold hem first time, these screens will now be put to good use to broadcast advertisements.

So instead of overlooking the ocean you may find yourself staring at car commercials on giant screens! How romantic.
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The art of playing along to a click track

March 14, 2008

Dear Musicians,

Most orchestra musicians on cruise ships will have to play some of the production shows or headliner shows along to click track. Some musicians that are new to this concept feel uncomfortable with it and don’t perform well with a click. Here are several tips that may help. more info

Cruise industry strong during economic slump

March 12, 2008

While the slumping economy has many business owners concerned, CEOs of a number of cruise lines are surprisingly optimistic. During SeaTrade cruise conference in Miami, Cruise line representatives have listed a number of reasons why they think the industry won’t suffer much from the current state of the economy. more info

Quick Tip For Musicians #12

March 5, 2008

Quick tip #12: Stay up-to-date!

School is a place where it’s easy to stay in tune with the latest developments in Music. You have teachers, friends and bandmates to keep you informed on anything that’s music-related such as new instruments, the latest in music genres, new techniques etc. more info

Fun Brass Ensemble

March 4, 2008

Dear Musicians,

Check out this fun group of horn players.