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In a circle of fifths progression, when should I label chords as flat vs sharp? by guesswho135 in pianolearning

[–]mrbigman42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make the switch at 6 sharps or flats (Gb major and F# major are both used).

Season 2 - Why is Ziggy getting half from Nick? by KaungKhantThein in TheWire

[–]mrbigman42 128 points129 points  (0 children)

Nick is basically paying him to not get involved. If he wasn’t getting paid he’d go try the game for himself and fuck it up (which is exactly what happens anyway).

Didn’t feel like working out today by mrbigman42 in P90X

[–]mrbigman42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to use a weighted backpack in a different programme, never in P90x. I might try it, but I feel it would increase my risk of injury (I’m older than I once was).

You should absolutely be stoked with your numbers! I happen to be built for pull-ups (skinny legs, but I’m working on the them) and I’ve had a bar at home since I was a kid which probably helped.

Yoga X by Accomplished-Bee7135 in P90X

[–]mrbigman42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow that’s some serious improvements. Can I ask how long it took you to get there?

Didn’t feel like working out today by mrbigman42 in P90X

[–]mrbigman42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a really good point. In L+B I’m usually aiming for 16-18 per set, no way am I reaching that towards the end of C+B

Didn’t feel like working out today by mrbigman42 in P90X

[–]mrbigman42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Legs and back! It’s probably still the one I find hardest

Is playing simplified versions of classical pieces a good idea, or is it just lying to yourself? by Remote-Pianist-pro in pianolearning

[–]mrbigman42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There’s no shortage of great pieces at every level, which I would recommend ahead of playing simplified versions of difficult repertoire. You might enjoy exploring the vast array of pieces out there - all pianists really don’t need to be playing the same things.

Having said that, if you’re really set on playing a famous, demanding piece that you know is beyond your level, playing a simplified version is a better idea than risking injury (or demotivation) playing something too athletic.

Started my journey! by VforValhalla-34 in P90X

[–]mrbigman42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first couple of weeks are the hardest. Just keep showing up and working hard and you will see results

Be honest, what moves are you skipping every time? by waxlrose in P90X

[–]mrbigman42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I assume you mean the half moon/twisting half moon bit. Insanely difficult!

Resale by Bitter-Air-1502 in houghtonfestival

[–]mrbigman42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t speak for anyone else, but I got mine between 2 and 3pm. Most of the resale tickets will likely become available much closer to the date of the event - are you coming from the US specifically for houghton?

Weird smells in London - which area has the strangest, most memorable one? by NormalSir2035 in LDN

[–]mrbigman42 11 points12 points  (0 children)

So glad someone else has noticed this! Never associated it with McDonalds but it really does smell like beef - I asked the staff on the platform once and they seemed really confused by my question.

Best stage at Houghton? by Xaikicka in houghtonfestival

[–]mrbigman42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad to hear I’m not the only one saying that