What's the difference between a good community orchestra and a world class orchestra? 10 db. When Sheffield was setting up for the Leinsdorf sessions, they practiced on the Pasadena orchestra. Then the LA Phil came in and blew the lights out. They are fine performances. The musicians had final say on whether the recordings could be released and if you know classical musicians they only release their best.
Apropos of nothing the name Sheffield comes from Sheffield Drive in Santa Barbara. Either Doug Sax's mom or Lincoln Mayorga's mom lived on that street. It also reminded them of the high quality of Sheffield steel.
Apropos of nothing the name Sheffield comes from Sheffield Drive in Santa Barbara. Either Doug Sax's mom or Lincoln Mayorga's mom lived on that street. It also reminded them of the high quality of Sheffield steel.