Okay, say your dad is turning 80. He's a multi-talented jazz musician, albeit retired. He often records himself on piano, goes back and plays that back and plays guitar with it and then bass. I had considered getting him cakewalk, but I'm afraid it might be more complex than what he really wants.

I had also considered getting him a Bill Evans CD, as he has many different jazz musician CDs, but no Bill Evans. However, I think he truly prefers to play than listen.

Other than that, he's also a WWII veteran and loves to reminisce about "the good ol' days" - - when he was a kid and the way things used to be (neighborhoods with all kinds of independently owned stores and shops within walking distance and how people used to sit outside after dinner every night and be friendly with one another).

Anybody with some input?