Update the Main Website??

Tyghress · Post by **Tyghress** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 2:59 pm

What would it take to get the high end whistle page updated? There are a few more builders out there who deserve a bit of coverage, pricing is way out of date, etc.

Of course Dale, being The Undisputed, certainly has his hands full, but maybe he could enlist some help in getting the page updated. Maybe we could make some suggestions on additions, and help gather info/pics?

I think of the people who don't come to the chat but do read the website, and the dated info. . .

Just a thought....we now return you to your regularly scheduled pgm

blackhawk · Post by **blackhawk** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 3:04 pm

I've always wondered why Eion Duignan isn't mentioned on whistle CD page. There are several mediocre CDs there, but no mention of the guy who inspired me to get into whistling in the first place.

Jack · Post by **Jack** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 3:40 pm

I agree. It looks ancient, and the 'updates' are really...dated.

Bloomfield · Post by **Bloomfield** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 4:33 pm

blackhawk wrote:I've always wondered why Eion Duignan isn't mentioned on whistle CD page. There are several mediocre CDs there, but no mention of the guy who inspired me to get into whistling in the first place.

I am of course well known as a lover of pure-drop, unadulterated Irish Traditional Music. And while I certainly do not wish to cast aspersions on anyone's musical preferences (with the stated exception of Alisdair Fraser), it is in this spirit that I will attempt to answer the question why Eion Duignan is not mentioned on the whistle CD page. He is not mentioned because, in order to listen to his music, you have to either: 1) dance naked under the full moon while holding sprigs of mistletoe and inhaling burning sage fumes; or 2) agree to take yoga classes from his significant other.

Just my two cents, of course.

blackhawk · Post by **blackhawk** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 4:42 pm

Bloomfield wrote:
blackhawk wrote:I've always wondered why Eion Duignan isn't mentioned on whistle CD page. There are several mediocre CDs there, but no mention of the guy who inspired me to get into whistling in the first place.
I am of course well known as a lover of pure-drop, unadulterated Irish Traditional Music. And while I certainly do not wish to cast aspersions on anyone's musical preferences (with the stated exception of Alisdair Fraser), it is in this spirit that I will attempt to answer the question why Eion Duignan is not mentioned on the whistle CD page. He is not mentioned because, in order to listen to his music, you have to either: 1) dance naked under the full moon while holding sprigs of mistletoe and inhaling burning sage fumes; or 2) agree to take yoga classes from his significant other.

Just my two cents, of course.

Ah, that explains why the soundtrack from Cal is there, and of course that guardian of pure drop, Davey Spillane. Now I understand all.

Bloomfield · Post by **Bloomfield** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 4:47 pm

blackhawk wrote:
Ah, that explains why the soundtrack from Cal is there, and of course that guardian of pure drop, Davey Spillane. Now I understand all.

Ah, well, you know how it is with unbelievers. What they lack in insight they make up in reticence. I will freely admit that Dale has not been as receptive to my attempts at refining his sense of musical style as I could wish. But then again, he may have been distracted by the two interns on the couch with him.

Post by **Dale** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 5:10 pm

Ah. Busted.

I'd like to commence, per your suggestion, the task of updating the high end page. I could certainly use some help. If you are willing please indicate that you are on this thread. I'll then ask you to do 2 things: I'll divide the current entries up among the volunteers (including myself) and ask you to update and revise the information. You'll probably have to do a bit of research. I'd also ask you to let me know which makers are not listed and we'll then collaborate on the new entries.

Once done, we can take a look at the other major pages, the low whistle guide and the inexpensive whistle guide, and see if they need much work.

Regarding the CD page, I abandoned it long ago. I'd like to update it and perhaps that could be our #2 project.

If you volunteer, I'll engrave your name on a plaque which will be posted on the page.

Thanks.

Dale

Bloomfield · Post by **Bloomfield** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 5:14 pm

I volunteer to do Overton! Yeah, baby! And I'll be happy to do Alba, too.

blackhawk · Post by **blackhawk** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 5:25 pm

Bloomfield wrote:He is not mentioned because, in order to listen to his music, you have to either: 1) dance naked under the full moon while holding sprigs of mistletoe and inhaling burning sage fumes

Wow, you make it sound like such a bad thing, Bloo.

Bloomfield · Post by **Bloomfield** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 5:29 pm

blackhawk wrote:
Bloomfield wrote:He is not mentioned because, in order to listen to his music, you have to either: 1) dance naked under the full moon while holding sprigs of mistletoe and inhaling burning sage fumes
Wow, you make it sound like such a bad thing, Bloo.

Hehehe.

It would a great thing with some good music....

chas · Post by **chas** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 5:30 pm

I'll volunteer for wooden-whistle duty. Discussion of Deanta CD's if you want, too.

Post by **Dale** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 6:07 pm

I did some updating down to, but not including Tony Dixon. (Now I'm going to have dinner).

Bloomfield, if you would, please look over Overton and see if you have suggestions. Also, PLEASE do Alba.

As a reminder, that page is intended to provide basic information. I don't mind folding in reviews, but it isn't PRIMARILY a review page. When I do comment on quality issues, I try to report on what I read as a consensus view rather than just my own.

Chas, thanks. I think I've updated Ralph Sweet reasonably well. I've asked Glenn Shultz for updated prices. But, anything you want to contribute on these or other wooden whistles--please do.

IMPORTANT: It would help me tremendously if you would read the entries there to get an idea of the format, content, length, etc.

Thanks so much for your help!

Dale

Tyghress · Post by **Tyghress** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 9:04 pm

I'd be happy to help, Dale...give me an assignment ifn you don't get enough people leaping to your assistance.

DaveG · Post by **DaveG** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 10:18 pm

Be happy to volunteer as well...anything for the cause.

slowair · Post by **slowair** » Thu Jun 26, 2003 6:59 am

Would it be possible to add the approximate waiting times for the high end whistles.

Something like....

As of 01/01/03 the waiting time for a Blankity-blank whistle is four years/8 months.

Sure would have helped me in the beginning.

Mike

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