Thu 20 Sep 2007
The 20 year old Czechoslovakian-made drum cymbal, part of Andrew’s original drum set that we brought back with us from Budapest, had been literally coming apart as Andrew has played it over the years. It has been time to get a replacement. Our search took us to Craig’s List, of course. We found a deal, and the seller directed us for the sale to the place he practices with his band, a tricked out garage in nearby Oveido. We bought the cymbal and met the others in this band, Band Marino, who were there practicing at the time. It turns out they are working on their second album and getting ready for another tour. They gave us a copy of their first CD, The Sea & The Beast.
On our way out we asked Dylon, the drummer, if he gave lessons. He said he was considering starting, and we agreed to stay in touch. Well, the next day we talked again, and tomorrow Andrew will have his first lesson with him.
So Craig’s List came through for us again, only this time we not only got a great deal on a cymbal, but we found a drum instructor, too.
But that’s not all!
On the way home Andrew and I listened to their CD and were totally amazed at how good this band is. You can listen to their music on their website, bandmarino.net, or get it at Pure Volume.
So that makes three great finds this time from Craig’s List!
