Will Arbery: It basically boils down to a dissatisfaction with the ending, on both sides. People want a clear thesis, or they want to know what my diagnosis is. On both sides, you hear, like, Clearly, he’s still confused and doesn’t know where he falls. That for me is sad, because I don’t think that what they’re talking about is art. I think they’re talking about something else that I’m not interested in making.
Spent the morning at the Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead. It’s a history museum centered (literally) around a large ship, the Hjemkomst, built by a Moorhead man and sailed to Norway. It’s a remarkable place; we all loved the story and were fascinated by the massive boat. 🇳🇴
I was in Fargo for a couple days for my mom’s birthday. While there, I enjoyed an all-too-rare gift: an hour of free time to play jazz with my dad.
Our set list:
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I’ve been exploring the ECM Artist’s Choice playlist curated by pianist Ethan Iverson (available on Apple Music & Tidal). It was cool enough to have these ECM tracks hand-picked by him. But then I discovered that he has also annotated each selection. Iverson’s notes illuminate the music—but they also provide a window into the listening biography and musical development of a great jazz pianists.
Silence & Music: two of my favorite things. Also the name of a beautiful album by the Gabrieli Consort. 🎶
Daylight savings time: my semi-annual reminder that the government delights in tormenting parents.
I voted today after work. The poll workers seemed genuinely surprised when I walked in—I bet fewer than a dozen ballots were cast at my precinct today.
In defense of my neighbors, the only item on the ballot was the school board; 3 candidates were running for 3 open seats.
Lots of news regarding my beloved MN United today ⚽️:
Early morning nature hike. 📷🍁
MInnesota United ⚽️ declined contract options on five players today:
I’m not too surprised, though I am excited to see who they bring in. It’s going to be a long offseason…