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$499 TV Speaker System with Wireless Subwoofer!
Here's something so slick, so ridiculously cheap that I'm still shaking my head. While most of Music's customers have a really good sound system connected to their TVs there are some who just listen to their TV speakers {groan!!!}.
For those of you who don't want the full-blown home theatre experience but wish every single program on TV sounded 100 times better the solution is available now at Music.
The Soundbar 3000 sits in front of your TV {wall mounting possible too} while the accompanying wi-fi subwoofer sits anywhere in your room with NO WIRES! Hide it behind a chair, under a table, in the corner, just plug it into the wall & voilà big time sound in a tiny package that increases your pleasure ten-fold.
A perfect solution, a perfect gift, perfectly inexpensive.
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FIVE CDS THAT JUDY LOVES
{ I note that they are almost all women ~ Neil }
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 · EMM GRYNER ~ Gem and I
A 'duets' album on which every single song is excellent. Lush songwriting & captivating vocal collaborations from a variety and quality of musicians {e.g. Royal Wood, Joel Plaskett, Sara Quinn of Tegan & Sara, Joe Elliott of Def Leppard} that speaks to the depth of Emm's talent & respect. Don't let this under-the-radar indie singer-songwriter slip through your fingers. Besides, who knew that Trailer Park's Bubbles could sing?
$19.95 
· RUTH MOODY ~ The Garden
Winnipeg's Ruth Moody, founding member of The Duhks & Wailin' Jennys heads out with her first solo CD. From the first note it is obvious that Ruth's gift as songwriter and instrumentalist is the pivotal ingredient. Silken, seductive, heart-rending stories, gentle tunes, gorgeous production all combine to make this easily a favourite release this year.
$19.95
· BONNIE DOBSON ~ Vive la Canadienne {Import}
A beautiful collectible German package {w. 38 page booklet!} of fine 60's & 70's songs resurrected from the folk vaults that will introduce new fans to this bright light of Canadian talent. Once fellow folkie with the likes of Pete Seeger and Bob Dylan. Bonnie's home has been England for many years now, but recently several of her albums have been re-mastered and released on CD to the delight of those who know her lovely voice.
$32.95
· SARAH HARMER ~ Oh Little Fire
Upbeat, effortless and appealing, Juno-award winning Sarah, {the girl who is hell-bent to & will save the Niagara Escarpment}, ventures more into a pop style with this carefully crafted and deftly executed, disarmingly introspective, yet still light-hearted CD. She's assertive & infectious but particularly fine at making you feel very very good.
$18.95
· DANNY MICHEL ~ Sunset Sea
Oh my, this little guy from KW makes a big impression. So much taste, such fabulous arranging, great guitar playing, so untiring, spirited, charming & oh so much FUN! We recently saw Danny and his FULL BAND in Waterloo. Impossible to sit still watching him, and the CD carries the same sun-drenched Island vibe throughout. Serious fun, good for stretching those sunny days into fall.
$16.95
& a few 'Guy' CDs from Neil:
 Neil Young ~ Le Noise
 Arcade Fire ~ Suburbs
 Leonard Cohen ~ Songs From The Road
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3D TVs ~ What's The Scoop?
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Is all the hype worth it?? A novelty or a new product category?
The only thing constant in our business is change & with the advent of 3D TV, here we go again. Just as our clients were getting the hang of Plasma, LCD, LED, 720p, 1080p, 60Hz, 120Hz, 240Hz the game has changed again, or has it?
SO WHAT IS 3D TV?
Totally different from those red & cyan glasses Saturday movies I watched as a kid. Today's next generation 3D technology brings high-definition, full vibrant colour & an extra dimension you & I would call depth. Seems like you can reach right into the screen. World Cup finals were fascinating but also showed that broadcast TV still has a long way to go to get 3D right.
To watch 3D TV you need: a 3D capable TV, a pair of 3D active-shutter glasses {yes, a pair for everyone}, a 3D program provided by your Rogers, Bell or whichever service provider you use {check with them on their plans}, or, a 3D capable Blu-ray player & a 3D movie all connected by new HDMI cables {version 1.4 for the technically-minded} . . . . Whew!
3D TV is also different from the 3D used in the movie theatres {although the net result will be similar} so, if you accidentally left Avatar with the 3D glasses sorry, they won't work on your home's 3D TV.
WHAT DO I NEED?
Will you need a new cable box? If you subscribe to Rogers the answer is no, Rogers can do a firmware upgrade {we watched the World Cup final game on our three year old Rogers box at the store}. Will you need a new TV? Yes as TVs can not be upgraded by software to operate in 3D. Can 3D TVs be used for regular 2D TV enjoyment? You bet & that's where our new 'best' Samsung LED TVs shine. For the entire Spring & Summer at Music we've been selling these Samsung 'best' TVs on one merit only: They have the best TV picture on regular cable & regular DVDs that we've ever offered.
All Samsung 3D-ready TVs are also Samsung's best 2D TVs so if your current TV is as old as your marriage & it's time for a new TV, consider stretching from 'good' through 'better' to 'best' & you'll have a magnificent TV which, by the way, can also operate in 3D when you are ready.
WILL IT REALLY COME TO BE OR IS IT JUST A FAD?
Movies in 3D are slowly ramping up. Avatar will be released in 3D Blu-ray early 2011, new Harry Potter is being shot in 3D &, in TV-land CBC has announced that the Leafs vs Canadiens game December 11th & the Heritage Classic outdoor NHL game from Calgary will both be broadcast in 3D. In the USA Discovery channel will roll out a 24-7 3D channel in 2011, ESPN has announced a deal with the NBA so all of this suggests a glacier slowly but surely moving toward us.
On the other hand there are many who think the idea of watching TV with special glasses on is just plain absurd, that it's all a temporary craze driven by crazy manufacturers which brings me back to the beginning: All Samsung 3D-ready TVs are also Samsung's best 2D TVs so our spin is, buy these TVs because they are absolutely stunning & let the 3D chips fall where they may. Given that you should expect decades of brilliant viewing out of your new TV set we see buying a 3D ready TV as having your cake & eating it too.
Cheers, Neil
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WELL, WELL: A WEBSITE AT LAST!
|  Enter the store electronically to see just what we do to help clients get the results we envision for their personal dream systems, to see why, for almost 40 years, Music has been the 'go to' place for thousands & thousands of customers.
Click on any of the nine separate sections to see the brands & services we offer, we have rolling pictures, heck even a video & pictures of some of our hundreds of projects.
Send us your comments & suggestions to make the site more friendly to you & your friends, we'll read them all & post some of the best next issue.
Tell us what that thing beside the turntable is & we'll enter you in a draw for two concert tickets & dinner at Fosters AND, the person who sends our website address to the most people {must copy: music@quadro.net} with this message: "Here's The Best Music Store In Sebringville's New Website Address" will get dinner at Alexa's Café in Sebringville or Down The Street in Stratford with Neil & Judy, tip, tax & wine included!
Here it is for you to copy or visit: www.musicsebringville.ca
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Records? Who Cleans Records?
|  Here's the slickest thing for all you vinyl lovers.
It's cheap & it really, really works! Better sound, all manual & insanely simple to use.
Water & 3 capfuls of cleaning solution cleans your first 50 records. Better sounding albums, guaranteed!
Cleans 700+ albums, 45's or 78's & you supply all the energy
$79.99 {record not included}
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What's Going On Around The Town?
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There is SO much going on in our area.
Foster's Inn continues their popular Canadian music series this fall with twice monthly events. For classical musical enthusiasts Stratford's fabulous Symphony Orchestra and Concert Choir are now joined by a Chamber music group INNERchamber. With excellent venues nearby like the Starlight in Waterloo, The Aeolian Hall in London, and the Town Hall in Bayfield all showcasing Canadian music it's hard to come up with excuses to not take in a live performance at least once a month. . . . . here's a sampling of what's going on around the area.
Emma Lee & Lady Hayes: Thursday, November 4, Foster's Inn, 6:30 pm
Part of the 2011 Dinner Concert Sessions @ Foster's Inn. First & third Thursdays through May 2011. Enjoy live Canadian music or, dinner & concert {highly recommended ~ dinner starts @ 6:30} or, dinner, concert, room & breakfast for an amazing $99 per person.
$20 concert-only tickets @ Music {concerts start @ 8:00}, $45 dinner & concert combo or the whole enchilada package: call Foster's {1-888-728-5555}. Thanks to Barry Payne + Craig @ Foster's for fostering such a stellar line-up. Dinner Concert Sessions
Danny Michel with Andy McGuire: Saturday Nov 13 , Bayfield Town Hall, 8:30 pm.
Licensed, all-ages, go if you want a full-blown fun evening with Danny's high-energy show. $25 tickets:
http://www.ticketscene.ca/events/2814/
INNERchamber Reel Music: Sunday Nov 14, Factory 163, Stratford, 6 pm.
OK these guys are going to re-shape the concert-going experience with a $30 deal that includes food from Stratford's County Food Company + an up-close Chamber music performance in a great old factory setting. This concert will be devoted to music composed for film, as seen through the lens of an extended 12 pc. horn ensemble. As food is included in your $30 you must get your tickets by Friday the 12th or you'll miss out on the meal. Tickets at Anything Grows or Fanfare Books. Details: www.innerchamber.ca
Justin Rutledge & The 4-pc band The Donefors: Thursday, November 18, Foster's Inn, 6:30 pm.
Part of the 2011 Dinner Concert Sessions @ Foster's Inn.{see Emma Lee above for details}
Check out the DoneFors
Stratford Symphony Orchestra: Friday Nov 26 Central United Church 7:30 pm.
"The Fifth w. famous pianist Jamie Parker". {Yes, that's the James Kimura Parker/Gryphon Trio guy}. We attended the last Stratford Symphony a couple of weeks ago & were knocked out by the quality of the entire experience. Highly recommended, this real Symphony Orchestra has been hiding right under our noses. $30 tickets 519-271-0990 or in-person at Anything Grows or Fanfare Books.
John McDermott: Friday Nov 26 , Knox Church Sanctuary, 8 pm.
New material and favourites but the focus is A Salute to Our Troops and Veterans. Roast Beef dinner available before the show in the Knox Banquet Hall. $45 Tickets at Knox ~ 519-271-0373 {$20 dinner extra} or the Festival Box Office, 519-273-1600
Luke Doucet & The White Falcon: Thursday, December 2nd, Foster's Inn, 6:30 pm.
Part of the 2011 Dinner Concert Sessions @ Foster's Inn. {see Emma Lee above for details}
Blue Rodeo: Saturday Dec 4 Stratford Festival Theatre, 8 pm.
One show only, it's become a Stratford tradition. $59.50 tickets Festival Box Office 519-273-1600
Blue Rodeo Website
Ali Matthews: Sunday Dec 5, The Church Restaurant, 8 pm
Annual Christmas Concert with Ali & Friends, Dinner and concert special, enjoy a lovely acoustic start to the Christmas season. Special 3-course dinner precedes, $49, 6:00 pm, Reserve dinner at 519-273-3424.
$30 concert tickets available at Music.
The Good Lovelies with 4th avenue, Friday Dec 10, Bayfield Town Hall, 8:30 pm.
Juno Award winners' Holiday Show, licensed, all-ages, $25 tickets click here:
Lovelies' Tickets
That's all for now, next issue we'll add another 15 events. Get out & enjoy some real LIVE music!
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Sorry this newsletter was so long-winded. We have been crazy busy all summer long + we had  a lot of Rosé to look into. Now we head into that great Fall-cooking season with braises, stews, nourishing soups, warming red wines & soon the seductive smells of the fireplace.
Two new restaurant finds lately: Alexa's Café in Sebringville & Kantina, 349 Talbot Street, London {between King & York}. Both restaurants are bistro-style , chef-owned & operated, the former by Alexandra Santos with hilarious, attentive {but mischievous} evening help from her husband Antonio {he's really a Dental Technician but straps on a waiter's apron & a Faulty Tower's persona as soon as his real job for the day is over}. Alexandra & Antonio are attractive & charming Portuguese natives, the made-from-scratch food features many local ingredients presented with Canadian & Portuguese tones, call 519-393-6970 to reserve. 22 seats, closed Monday & Tuesday.
Kantina is a small, tasteful, minimally appointed Serbian-flavoured lounge-like spot with homemade, quality, tasty and beautifully presented 'modern' food. Staff was exceptional & every dish offered to us {& my 91 year old Dad & 87 year old Mum} was attractive & delicious. I'm looking forward to a return visit & would be a great spot if you were seeing a concert at the John Labatt Centre, a block away.
Don't forget it's Beaujolais Nouveau Day Thursday, November 18th, and don't forget with the Stratford Festival officially wrapping up this week all our fantastic restaurants are easy to get into & most kitchens & wait staff are at their peak of performanc e.
And finally, yes the three girls {Margaret, Anne, Flora} are all doing well & doing their thing {only Buddy the Barn Dog is still living at home with us}.
Have a great Fall, get cooking & remember, for the very best in Audio & Video gear {& unadulterated opinions on all of it} you just can't beat Music.
Cheers ~ Neil
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