We do our best to keep the “behind-the-scenes” tech stuff associated with the PartTimeMusician.com site just that: behind the scenes! We’ve been doing some work here, though, and we’re planning some more. For anyone who may be interested, here is a quick rundown of what has been happening and a peek at some things that are coming up soon!
Our primary machine used for maintaining the site was limping along, and it has now been upgraded. Nothing exciting, but the new setup is certainly faster and more reliable. This should make it easier for us to post…which should make the posts more interesting. Hey, keep the writers happy and well-fed and good things are bound to happen. 
We’ve also upgraded some of the site’s software. We’ll be completing the upgrades soon – and if all goes well, you won’t even notice when it happens! Cross your fingers…
Finally, we’re working on some articles that venture outside of the lines a bit. Some topics have been suggested by readers, brainstormed by our creative staff (!), or have been inspired by other sources…but we’re sure there is something in there for every one of us. If you have any ideas you would like to see addressed, please let us know! We’re open – just try us!
In the meantime, keep reading…and keep playing. You have a gift that was meant to be heard!
All the best,
Mark
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Loyal PTM readers know that one of my favorite trumpet accessories is my Silent Mute Tray™ from Trumpeter’s Ink. Roger PetroRoy is a great guy to deal with, and his mute tray completely eliminated any repeats of the various hassles and mishaps I’d had with mutes in rehearsals and performances…and yet folds down to next-to-nothing. Below is a picture of the tray I proudly own and use:
Roger dropped me a line recently to let me know that he’s releasing “version 2″ of the Silent Mute Tray™. It still works the same as the original (thank goodness!), but it includes a neat little “extra” for trumpet gearheads everywhere. The picture says it best:
As much as I like to think of myself as a practical person, I have to admit that the trumpet logo would look so cool hanging from the front of a stand. Matte-black bling for the trumpeter.
Here’s the best part: Roger is selling the new trays at the same price as the originals…and to clear out the last two originals he has left, he’s selling those for 10% off. So if you want one of the first of the new models, you can get it at the same great price as before. If you’d rather save a few bucks and get the original, you can do that, too. With only two left, though, you may not want to wait too long to decide!
Full disclosure: Roger does have an ad here at PTM, but I don’t make a dime from the sale of these trays. I just love the product and think Roger’s a great guy, too.
If you do manage to snag one of the last two original Silent Mute Trays, Roger said he’d need your email address so he can send you an adjusted invoice reflecting the discounted price. Seems like an easy enough way to put $3.50 back in your pocket and get a great mute tray in the process. Check it out here, and say ‘hello’ to Roger when you order!
Keep playing,
Mark
Related article: Review: Trumpeter’s Mute Tray™/Silent Mute Tray™
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Brass, Gear | Mark June 26, 2009 | 
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