[NSP] Re: The Power of Positive Thinking
Thankyou for opening up such a useful discussion Francis. I must admit that the term chanter has always concerned me - what are we if not individuals with our own individual styles...? Boreishly Simon On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 10:16 AM, Francis Wood [1]oatenp...@googlemail.com wrote: In these occasionally acrimonious times, I do feel there might be some value in searching critically for the sources of negative influence. As a start, we might do well to examine the language of piping terms. That lexicon is in sore need of some enlightened revision. The following points will, I hope, provide persuasive examples. To begin with the chanter. 'Bore' has pejorative connotations. I would not wish to be described in such terms. 'Narrow bore' provides no enhancement. 'Closed' takes us further down the path of negativity. And 'closed fingering' is distinctly creepy. Let us move to 'drones'. A joyless word suggesting tedium and monotony. In the apian world, the drones produce no honey. Human bores are said to 'drone on'. The word itself draws negativity into our playing experience in a way that 'harmony pipes' (to give an example) would not. As for 'stocks', that is clearly unfortunate. In historical times, people were locked up in 'stocks' as a punishment which also seemed to require the throwing of rotten eggs. The financial usage attracts further dismay. Are there examples of this word being used in any pleasant context? I think not. I am not at all sure that 'blowpipe' is a very proper word. I will leave that for others to discuss and move on rapidly to the question of 'bellows'. That word instantly invokes associations with anger, pain and frustration. Sentiments that are entirely foreign to the experience of learning and playing the pipes. Finally, I can suggest nothing at all in defence of the usage of 'bag' which occupies a prime position in the language of insult. Our choice of vocabulary is crucial in any collaborative experience. In the interests of harmonious piping, some critical thinking about the language we use may be helpful. Any scrutiny of the terms above would surely suggest that we need alternatives entirely devoid of distressing connotations. I invite your comments. Francis Wood To get on or off this list see list information at [2]http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html -- References 1. mailto:oatenp...@googlemail.com 2. http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/%7Ewbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] Re: The Power of Positive Thinking
*winces* Francis - I think your on the wrong discssion group if you're suggesting not setting up a working party... On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 10:59 AM, Francis Wood [1]oatenp...@googlemail.com wrote: Changing the course of language is a slow and uncertain path. Before anyone suggests that a working party be set up to make recommendations, let me say immediately that I do not think this would be a good idea. With apologies, Francis To get on or off this list see list information at [2]http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html -- References 1. mailto:oatenp...@googlemail.com 2. http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/%7Ewbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] Re: Northumbria Pipe Course 11-16 October - Places available
The Halsway Course has regularly been advertised here Colin with many of the same tutors ( including yourself) - what's the difference? On Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 12:41 PM, [1]rosspi...@aol.com wrote: I wonder if this advert for a privately run course is allowed on this list. This is a course that is not run by the NPS but for the benefit of the person who is running it who although taking the risk and time to organise it is also taking any profit that may arise. CR -Original Message- From: [2]suzefis...@aol.com To: [3]...@cs.dartmouth.edu Sent: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:24 Subject: [NSP] Northumbria Pipe Course 11-16 October - Places available There are still a few places left on this course, if anyone is interested in attending or would like some more information please contact me offlist. Thanks Susan. 2nd NORTHUMBRIA PIPING WEEK Sunday 11th Friday 16th October 2009 A residential piping course suitable for all playing levels (except absolute beginners) based in a licensed hotel in Whitley Bay. Tutors for the week include Andy May, Chris Ormston, Chris Evans. Plus other guest tutors and performers. Limited accommodation for non-playing partners. Some non-residential playing places will be available. Costs: Tuition (over 5 days), events, outings etc. Includes lunch, tea and coffee -L-230 per player (individual lessons may be available at extra cost) Accommodation BB -L-140 - -L-245 for 7 nights (depending on level of facilities chosen) Evening meals at participants expense Part-week bookings will be considered. For further details and an application form contact: Susan Craven 166 Plessey Road, BLYTH, Nland NE24 3JA 07764 483595 [4]suzefis...@aol.com ___ _ AOL Email goes Mobile! You can now read your AOL Emails whilst on the move. Sign up for a free AOL Email account with unlimited storage today. To get on or off this list see list information at [5]http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html ___ _ AOL Email goes Mobile! You can now read your AOL Emails whilst on the move. Sign up for a free AOL Email account with unlimited storage today. -- References 1. mailto:rosspi...@aol.com 2. mailto:suzefis...@aol.com 3. mailto:nsp@cs.dartmouth.edu 4. mailto:suzefis...@aol.com 5. http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] Re: Northumbria Pipe Course 11-16 October - Places available
From Wikipedia: Flaming is a [1]hostile and [2]insulting [3]interaction between [4]Internet users. Flaming usually occurs in the social context of a [5]discussion board, [6]Internet Relay Chat (IRC) or even through [7]e-mail. An Internet user typically generates a flame response to other posts or users posting on a site, and such a response is usually not constructive, does not clarify a discussion, and does not persuade others. Sometimes, flamers attempt to assert their authority, or establish a position of superiority over other users. Other times, a flamer is simply an individual who believes he or she carries the only valid opinion. This leads him or her to [8]personally attack those who disagree. In some cases, flamers wish to upset and offend other members of the forum, in which case they can be called [9]trolls. Most often however, flames are angry or insulting messages transmitted by people who have strong feelings about a subject. On Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 1:23 PM, Di Jevons [10...@picklewood.info wrote: What about some 'give and take' here? What of the business I imagine inevitably generated over the years via the NPS for a professional pipemaker through holding the positions of Chairman of and Technical Adviser to, the Society? Di Jevons - Original Message - From: [11]rosspi...@aol.com To: [12]...@cs.dartmouth.edu Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:41 PM Subject: [NSP] Re: Northumbria Pipe Course 11-16 October - Places available I wonder if this advert for a privately run course is allowed on this list. This is a course that is not run by the NPS but for the benefit of the person who is running it who although taking the risk and time to organise it is also taking any profit that may arise. CR -Original Message- From: [13]suzefis...@aol.com To: [14]...@cs.dartmouth.edu Sent: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:24 Subject: [NSP] Northumbria Pipe Course 11-16 October - Places available There are still a few places left on this course, if anyone is interested in attending or would like some more information please contact me offlist. Thanks Susan. 2nd NORTHUMBRIA PIPING WEEK Sunday 11th Friday 16th October 2009 A residential piping course suitable for all playing levels (except absolute beginners) based in a licensed hotel in Whitley Bay. Tutors for the week include Andy May, Chris Ormston, Chris Evans. Plus other guest tutors and performers. Limited accommodation for non-playing partners. Some non-residential playing places will be available. Costs: Tuition (over 5 days), events, outings etc. Includes lunch, tea and coffee -L-230 per player (individual lessons may be available at extra cost) Accommodation BB -L-140 - -L-245 for 7 nights (depending on level of facilities chosen) Evening meals at participants expense Part-week bookings will be considered. For further details and an application form contact: Susan Craven 166 Plessey Road, BLYTH, Nland NE24 3JA 07764 483595 [15]suzefis...@aol.com ___ _ AOL Email goes Mobile! You can now read your AOL Emails whilst on the move. Sign up for a free AOL Email account with unlimited storage today. To get on or off this list see list information at [16]http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html ___ _ AOL Email goes Mobile! You can now read your AOL Emails whilst on the move. Sign up for a free AOL Email account with unlimited storage today. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - [17]www.avg.com Version: 8.5.392 / Virus Database: 270.13.51/2297 - Release Date: 08/11/09 18:27:00 -- References 1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hostile 2. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insulting 3. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interaction 4. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet 5. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Discussion_board 6. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_Relay_Chat 7. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-mail 8. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_attacks 9. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troll_(Internet) 10. mailto:d...@picklewood.info 11. mailto:rosspi...@aol.com 12. mailto:nsp@cs.dartmouth.edu 13. mailto:suzefis...@aol.com 14. mailto:nsp@cs.dartmouth.edu 15. mailto:suzefis...@aol.com 16. http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html 17. http://www.avg.com/
[NSP] Re: Colin Ross
I don't often comment these days, but, like a lot of NPS Members, I'm still lurking... I'd support this Simon On Thu, May 21, 2009 at 9:40 AM, Helen Capes [1]helen.ca...@paradise.net.nz wrote: I agree with Anthony. I think Colin has to be one of the most deserving people in decades. Surely this is a great opportunity to appoint a president in recognition of a huge contribution to our instrument. Helen - Original Message - From: Anthony Robb [2]anth...@robbpipes.com To: Dartmouth NPS [3]...@cs.dartmouth.edu Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 11:55 PM Subject: [NSP] Colin Ross Dear All What a shame Colin Ross has stood down from the chairmanship of the society in these circumstances. Colin I do not always see eye to eye about some things, but the fact remains that his devotion to, and knowledge of piping, and pipes-making remain unsurpassed. After over 40 years of absolute commitment to our cause I would have thought he'd have been an obvious contender for the Presidency of the Society. Is this me being totally naive? I feel an opportunity to recognise the contribution of one of the giants of the Northumbrian piping world has been missed. As aye Anthony -- To get on or off this list see list information at [4]http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html -- References 1. mailto:helen.ca...@paradise.net.nz 2. mailto:anth...@robbpipes.com 3. mailto:nsp@cs.dartmouth.edu 4. http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
