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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Bill,
Check is on the way to you (via the approved method)!
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal (cwk2):
Thanks ProfessorBB. You'll have first seat in the first row. As it should be. I always put the slowest students in the front row so I can keep an eye on them. |
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Location: NJ | In an effort to not have this "cost" Jeanette & I anything, I've decided that this whole thing will be paid for with proceeds from my gigs.
Tonight - 9pm-1am(NoPhoneCalls, Jeffrey!!) - pays for tuition - check will go out shortly . . . |
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But if this was the "Three Day Seminar on Obscure, Second Tier British Invasion Tunes"... I'd get a second mortage on the house to be there. |
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As it should be. I always put the slowest students in the front row so I can keep an eye on them.
At least we'll be company for each other! lol
Should we pack snacks?
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by MusicMishka:
Should we pack snacks?[/QB] Just one more reason to bring a deep bowl with a center hole configuration. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I always had to sit in the front row so I could see the board. It sounds like a lot of fun. Since I couldn't even get through a song at a recent family reunion without getting nervous, I think I'll just stick to plinking around in the basement. Maybe playing in front of a bunch of strangers would be less nervewracking. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Since I couldn't even get through a song at a recent family reunion without getting nervous, That's the second reason god invented beer.
*Beer is proof that god loves us and wants us to be happy
Ben Franklin
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Ooo... Chad and Jeremy tunes?!
...Gerry and the Pacemakers?
...Freddie and the Dreamers? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Jonathan King - Everyone\'s Gone To The Moon
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Location: south east Michigan | You guys are giving me a bunch of song ideas!
Please....
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Cliff wrote: ". . pesky christians . ."
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Location: nyc area | Hey you guys, this is nothing to be intimidated by... it's been 18 years of workshops for me... it's gonna be big fun, and extremely informative.. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Big Fun! What a great name for an album or CD. Ah...probably been used already. |
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Location: NJ | ok, "Class"(withit that I could BUY it so easily - ShutUpWitko!) is paid for. Czech goes out t'morrow . ..
Guys, this is gonna' be GREAT!!.
If you're even PONDERING doing this, - just DO it!
I know March is aways away(which just gives you more time to $cratch up the rest), but it would really help our gracious hosts Mike at the Ciguit(I LIKE that!)Store and (is it John?) at the FloridaHouse, who've "blocked out" a considerable amount of potential business to accomodate us, it'd be nice t'give them some semblance of a committment (as it would w/Matt&Uncahbeal).
DON'T give me that "I Can't Play ferSh!t" sh!t, either!!!
Matt's an AWESOME instructor, it's VERY relaxed and it's usually pretty much cross-SkillLevel.
I mean, I think it's pretty much safe t'say that most people here are pretty much "intermediate" guitarists(and then there's Temp).
EVERYONE ALWAYS comes away with SOMETHING!.
(Besides, it's usually the ExtraCurricular Activities where y'REALLY learn t'play).
Like Matt said, . . . it "BigFun!".
I missed out on the last one and I still kick myself!
Do what I did, and just take the First Step and enroll . . . . |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Hey, I'm with ya Cliff...Check should be in Florida by now! Who's next?
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Thanks MusicMike and Cliff, checks are in. Only 17 more spaces left, 16 with S-28.
Joe at the Florida House/Frisky Mermaid is advertising this as well so there will be outside participation too, unless OFC people fill it up first.
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | I'm in. Check is out today. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | (Thought to self - hmmm...what are the chances you could score enough on the golf course to pay for the trip AND SWMBO wouldn't notice you've been gone for the better part of a week...? Less than ZERO? Thought so.)
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by MusicMike:
Brad, what guitars are ya bringing? Not sure. Probably just one. I'll decide a few weeks before. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
I'm in. Check is out today. Awesome....looks like I finally get to meet a few of my longtime buddies face to face. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | who's that? |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Check just got picked up...I am really looking forward to meeting you guys. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Just don't fall for the ol' "Who needs a new G string?" trick, T. You won't sleep for a week. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Weaser P:
what are the chances you could score enough on the golf course to pay for the trip Workin' the caddyshack again, Weas? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | That's the other thing, Don't forget to book your rooms, The Florida house only has 22 and they aren't holding them just for us. March is High season down there.
There are some other options as well. Email me if you want more info.
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Room Reserved! Florida House! Arrive Wednesday...Writers Night Wed. nite...Golf Thursday...Clinic Thursday thru Sun. Morning...return home...Great Fun! Can you say Road Trip?
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Location: NJ | I'm aiming for that myself . . .
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | We have the Key West room overlooking the bubbling mermaid fountain in the courtyard. That sold it for us at the Florida House Inn.
Check out their website. They have a nice announcement for the workshop. As icing on the cake, it might also be possible to pick up some instruction pointers on the Saz, Cumbus and Charango. What's not to like about this? And here I've been thinking the whole time that this was a scenic narrow guage railroad that operates between southern Colorado and northern New Mexico? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Jacksonville International Airport. (they had a deversion from the Bahamas once, hence the international, plua all the daily flights from Georgia but we won't go there) The airport identifier is JAX. It's 25 miles to the Island, about a $50 cab ride. You won't really need a car once you get there, rent a scooter from Joe for a litle spin around the island. If enough people show up at the airport at the same time I can make a run in the Suburban. If one person gets a car ya'll can trade it around if needed. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | The family is coming woth me...we have the Miami room upstairs so if the Baby cries, it shouldn't bother anyone...we have never been able to actually take a vacation together for more than just a few days so this should be great...don't know if anyone else (other than Brad) has family coming but we'll try to plan some family time as well during the stay...the wife an i are looking forward to the stay and our first family vacation...hopefully the scenes running through my mind of Chevy Chase and co. will remain only a memory and not become reality...
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | "GuitarWorkshop"... "OFC Attendees" ...."Family Vacation"
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | GuitarWorkshop"... "OFC Attendees" ...."Family Vacation"
Mike, apparently, you have not thought this through very clearly...
Jeff, with our schedules, its almost impossible...it was either the tour or this...and I plan to go to both if possible...the family wouldn't have a very good time in CT.; this way, they can tool around the island, etc. while I'm busy. I am trying to compromise...if it bites me in the butt, so be it....won't be the first time...and I'm hoping for the best... |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Just make sure your family gets all the necessary vaccinations...
(and there will be some paperwork- liability waivers and such that needs to be completed)
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Location: Phoenix AZ | I was going to post that I had made my reservations to attend, but I didn't want to scare others away. So I won't mention it.
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Location: NJ | HOPEfully, Witko's room has it's own bathroom.
As MasterTempleman attest, it is HIGHLY suggested that you NOT share (directly or indirectly) a plumbing circuit with Dave . . . |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Originally posted by cliff:
you NOT share (directly or indirectly) a plumbing circuit with Dave . . . I've contacted Fernandina Municipal Services requesting a copy of the local sewage layout in order to plan my lodging. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | grabbing the reservations certainly takes one headache out of the equation.
Trying to find a decent flight seems to be an entirely different nut to crack...they all suck unless I take the redeye out (leaving 12 am arriving at 5 am)and do it direct (for a chunk more money).
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Location: NJ | Okay.
Another week's gone by (& we're another week closer) . . .
Gitcher Chex In Now! . . |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Jeff W: Just make sure your family gets all the necessary vaccinations...
(and there will be some paperwork- liability waivers and such that needs to be completed)
(... keep your arms inside the vehicle at all times)
We've been at the Health Department all morning and so far looks like everyone has checked out...not sure if we needed the typhus vaccination, but rather be safe than sorry...so we also got the alien invader vaccination (Dave's coming has nothing to do with it) :rolleyes: ;
like Cliff said...another week closer....Be there or Be square....or not...
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Geez, a guy floods a friends hotel room one time due to a thunderous bowl movement and I'm branded for life. Well, guess everyone has something to be remembered by, and this just happends to be mine.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
A lot of people here are new enough that they don't know that story...... . . . and some of us have been here long enough to know that we shouldn't know it, either. |
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Location: closely held secret | ... and we remain grateful.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Ok, so here's the whole sad story.
We got done eating out someplace in LA, a whole bunch of OFC folks I don't remember exactly. We might have been drinking as well. Anyway, I drop off Templeman at his hotel and start to leave the lot. But my innards are really starting to rumble. So I go back and knock on Temps door and ask if I can use his bathroom. Now, it turns out that old Temp had been jacking off for days and had the toilet totally plugged up with tissues and god knows what else. So I relieve the pressure cooker also known as my bowels and I give her a flush. Well, nope nothing happening. So I give another try, and another, and another. Waters flowing into the pot but she ain't dumping. The Dinty-Moore stew is quickly rising for the brim, and them starts flowing over. And I mean flowing big time. River-de-Coco starts flowing under the door and getting blotted up in the bedroom carpet. Honestly I was paralyized. I just got done crapping my brains out and now I was pissing my pants with laughter. This was one of those "fight or flight" moments and I had to choose between yelling to Paul for help or just go ahead and start sopping it up with his hawaiian shirts that were hanging over the shower. Honestly as I stood there ankle deep in shit water and salad I started to fear that the floor would collapse into the room underneith. I did the only rational thing that I could think of. I climbed out the damn window and ran like hell.
At least that's how I remember it.
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Where's the sad part of the story? |
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Location: Parrish, FL | I'm thinking to my self that this would be a great event to attend. I'm also thinking that '08 is the year I make it to the Open House. Trouble is, no way that I can get to both.
Now maybe if I could really play, the Clinic would be worth my time. Then there were the comments on another thread that an intensive multi-day clinic with a great instructor (our own Matt Smith)is worth far more than a series of private lessons with an average instructor.
I guess this will sort itself out since I can't plan that far ahead due to my work schedule. If there is still space available when my crystal ball clears up, then maybe...
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Tupperware:
We might have been drinking as well.
... why do I find this the most amusing line in the whole story?
Originally posted by Tupperware:
I climbed out the damn window and ran like hell.
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Location: NJ | ". . We might have been drinking as well . ."
Ah! . . a graduate of the Scooter Libby School of Recollection. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | "Gonzalezed" |
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Ah! . . a graduate of the Scooter Libby School of Recollection. I believe you're referring to the Clinton Amnesiac Defense technique. |
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Location: NJ | We can discuss this at the bar at the Frisky Mermaid . . . |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by cliff:
We can discuss this at the bar at the Frisky Mermaid . . . Hopefully. FL is so far away...
Airline pricing is a mystery to me.
PDX to JAX - 2438 miles - $537
PDX to ATL - 2170 miles - $670
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | It makes more sense when you assign an arbitrary dollar value to the individual letters, add the numeric value of the letters, divide by the square root of the travel season, and add local taxes.
Or just buy a boarding pass for cash from the flight attendant at the last minute. (sometimes you have to sleep with them first, not normally considered a hardship. Unless you're flying Quantas.) |
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Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
I did not inhale or have sex with that woman.... How do you inhale a woman? |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Let me just say that reading this thread has me feeling better and better about deciding to attend. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by MusicMike:
Just glad we're in the attic room at the Inn... :eek: :eek: :D :rolleyes: Until you try to stagger up the stairs at 2:30 in the morning! ;) |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
I'm seriously considering this instead of the Tour next year. John, that would be awesome.
I am glad I committed and committed early. If I had waited and procrastinated, I would have eventually found a million reasons why I could not make the trip (just like last year's tour).
While I know the factory tour is an awesome event, I would rather learn some sound guitar playing techniques and as a bonus get to hang out with most of the people I converse with on the OFC anyway.
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Location: Orlando, FL | OK my reservation request is in at the Florida Inn. I'll send the check tomorrow. I'm in. |
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THAT's a Smart Wabbitt!!! . . . WooooHooooo.....
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Location: Tennessee | I'm in. Looks like we have a quorum. Check is on the way. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Hey Tony....how about you drag Bruce and Paul and Fred out here and join the party! |
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Location: big island | swmbo has granted permission for me to attend if i can put the funds together to do so.
where is the thread on the details of this adventure? |
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Location: big island | details thread located. |
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Location: Colorado | Check is in the mail...sorry Cliff...too long a drive for the deep purple ghia - |
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Location: Colorado | Room booked - at the Flordia House Inn - Thursday through Sunday |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Roll call:
CWK2, Omaha, Cliff, Alpep, ProfBB, Musicmiska, Jeff W, Tupperware, StephenT28, Mike G, Zilla, Elginacres, Stonobobbo, ...
This is gonna be cool. And we haven't even head back from the French, Germans or Brits yet.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Roll call:
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Location: SoCal | re: "Hey Tony....how about you drag Bruce and Paul and Fred out here and join the party!"
My trunk isn't that large :D
We'll see...remember passing the exit as we went down recently from Bethesda to Tampa. In fact, it was one of our "pit stops". |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Hey Tony, I'm thinkin we need two Marines for this operation,,,whadda ya think? One is good; two is better!
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Location: nyc area | This is looking great... The more the merrier! I'm very honored! |
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Location: closely held secret | Anyone interested in splitting a room? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Anyone interested in splitting a room? That should get a couple of our fence sitters to make a commitment :rolleyes: ...a chance to bunk with the wabbit! |
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Location: big island | john,
if i can make it, i will certainly want to split a room if possible. it's gonna cost enough as it is for me to just get there. i can probably commit to this in a few more days. |
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Location: closely held secret | Sounds good, Randy. I'm reserving the cheapest double I can get. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | John, like I said....any other time but SWMBO would feel a little cramped with the 3 of us :eek: (and our guitars) :D in bed together :cool: |
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Location: closely held secret | Gosh, Stephen... I'm only bringing one guitar. It's a king-sized bed. |
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Location: closely held secret | Check is (finally) in the mail. Save me a seat in the front row. |
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Location: Omaha, NE | I should probably start a new thread for this...but...
Lets talk guitars. What's everyone bringing?
The only Ovation I own is the Koala. I'll be bringing that, unless someone else brings one. In that case I may subject my self to the ridicule and shame that can only occur when you bring a Taylor to a Matt Smith clinic. It would be my pleasure to introduce you guys to the subtle features of the Taylor ("this flat area here is what we call the 'back'...")
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Save me a seat in the front row. Noser |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | I am planning to bring the 47RI and possibly the 1758-6 12; I may bring the EJ Strat and my Deluxe if I have room... |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Either a 1651 Legend Ltd or a 1581 AdII, more likely the latter, unless I change my mind in the next six months. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Update;
I have the following in my log book of checks in or committed;
1. Omaha
2. Cliff
3. Alpep
4. ProfBB room booked
5. Mike Ward room booked
6. Witco room booked
7. S28 room booked
8. Jeff W
9. Zilla room booked
10. Guitar Store Mike
11. Elgin Acres room booked
12. Waskelly Wabbit
13. Stonebobbo
Did I miss anyone or miss a room reservation?
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Location: NJ | I have a room booked . . . |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Duly noted. That's 13 attendees and 7 rooms booked. I know Omaha was thinking about other rooms and Guitar Store Mike doesn't need one. |
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Location: NJ | Ad |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Nice ad!
This should be a blast!
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Location: closely held secret | I have the Fernandina booked (someone beat me to the cheap one :p ).
I'm waiting on the aloha birthday boy to verify his attendance. Hopefully he can make it, otherwise I'll definitely need a roomy or the cost will be prohibitive for me. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Save me a seat in the front row. Noser |
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Location: NJ | Jeanette is still "on the fence" whether she'll be going or not, so I MAY be in the position t'share a room . . .
I'll know better at the end of the month when we go t'visit Uncah Beal, and Lorraine can convince her t'make the trip. |
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Location: closely held secret | The nice thing about the Fernandina is that it's a suite. Don't have to share a 'room', just a bathroom.
For obvious reasons Dave is ineligible for this offer.
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Location: Parrish, FL | Wabbit,Cliff,Randy,
I'll know by the end of the month if I'll be able to make it. If so, I'm definately interested in sharing a room.
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Here is an update: it looks like the family is gonna opt out of the trip (really would not be much of a vacation for the wife with 2 small kids to look after) so I can offer for someone to share the Miami room with me...its upstairs and has its own bathroom. I am planning to come down Wednesday, play golf on Thursday, clinic Fri-Sun and return home...so four nights Wed - Sat. at the Inn.
Also I will have room for someone to ride with me to FLA. as well: we can share gas expenses.
Let me know (pm or email).
I'm really looking forward to this!
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Location: Omaha, NE | FWIW, I'm still trying to decide my exact plans.
I am thinking of flying into Atlanta on Monday or Tuesday. I've got a bunch of business contacts I should make in the greater Atlanta area that I've been putting off for years.
So, I'll rent a car and drive down probably on Thursday. If anyone wants to ride from Atlanta to Amelia Island, let me know. I'm sure I'll have plenty of room for one or two riders.
The big question is where to stay, and I won't know for sure until I find out if Angie is going to come along. If she falls through, I may see if I can bum cot space off of someone staying there. If she does come, we may find something off-property. Anyway, it should clear up in the next few weeks.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Guitars for the clinic, see the new post for that.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I just can't resist anymore. Count me in. Music has agreed to let me bunk with him and we will meet up and drive down together. My wife has allowed me to attend, the weekend of the clinic is our 28th anniversary. I wonder if she is trying to tell me something? Either way, ain't she GREAT!
I would like to request a seat on the back row if possible. It seems that the front row is already filled. The further away I am, the less likely that y'all will be confused by my confusion.
Can't wait! Checks in the mail in the morning. |
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Location: big island | i'm in. check will be forthcoming in a couple weeks. wabbit, i'm your woomy.
beal, please bring a collings for me to play! :cool: |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by lanaki:
wabbit, i'm your woomy. Wight on, Wandy.
Originally posted by lanaki:
beal, please bring a collings for me to play! :cool: Or two! |
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Location: Tennessee | I have a confirmed room reservation. |
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Location: closely held secret | Excellent, Bobbo! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | This is wonderful. I got 15 attendees not counting me.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Bobbo, great that you'll come again! This is gonna turn out to be a super cool time. Does anyone really give a crap if they learn anything at the clinic? Not me. I figger $200. to meet up with a bunch of my guitar buddies for the weekend is a small price to pay. I bet we haven't heard the last from the european guys on this subject. Dave |
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Location: Tennessee | This old dog will probably just frustrate Matt's attempt to teach new tricks, but what the hell. It's a great excuse to live the Animal House lifestyle for a few days. Bill, just don't let anyone sit on the stairs of the Fla House playing "I gave my love a cherry" with one of your guitars. Especially the '39 or the wormguts ... I think I liked those two best. |
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Location: Tennessee | Damn, Jeff. Beat me to it whilst I was typing. :rolleyes: |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Feeble minds, my friend . . . . feeble minds. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Feeble minds, my friend . . . . feeble minds. ...think alike? |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | This is gonna turn out to be a super cool time. Does anyone really give a crap if they learn anything at the clinic? Not me. I figger $200. to meet up with a bunch of my guitar buddies for the weekend is a small price to pay. I bet we haven't heard the last from the european guys on this subject. Dave
Dave, as always (well for the most part...well, time to time...once in a while....THIS TIME!) YOU HIT THE NAIL ON THE HEAD! I have to concentrate and I am so not able to do that...this is going to be cool...I hope Temp can make it!
And SWMBO was (as always)wise and could see the writing on the wall...now, who's up for Golf on Thursday: Beal, where should we play?
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Yeah, Waskel. I couldn't remember the rest if it. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Tupperware:
Does anyone really give a crap if they learn anything at the clinic? Not me. I figger $200. to meet up with a bunch of my guitar buddies for the weekend is a small price to pay. There is going to be a clinic? |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I thought that the $200 was an initiation fee....
JK Matt....I hope these guys can behave, so that I can learn somethin. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by BegginJIM:
I thought that the $200 was an initiation fee.... No. The $200 is for the clinic.
The initiation involves wet towels, a 6 iron and a wolverine. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | And I was hoping for a Snipe hunt...never could catch those raskels on the previous ones. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Anybody ever get sent out by the band to buy left-handed strings? Or a left-handed capo? How about picks with the logo on the back side? Have you ever been told that the cable you bought with an angle connector on one end was, unfortunately, backwards and that what was really needed was the angle connector to be on the other end! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | No, but the farmers in North Dakota thought it was fun to send this kid from the big city in to the parts store to buy spark plugs for the John Deere.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | OK, I'll be the dummy to ask...
I don't get the John Deere joke. Why would you NOT go into a parts store to buy spark plugs?
I know I'm setting myself up for something.
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Love your new sig. Me too!! Bummed UBB won't do "( )" though. Then I'd be the coolest sig here :D |
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Location: Parrish, FL | 'Cause the Deere is a diesel and dey don't have plugs. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | FOUL! That's a stupid erroneous joke. The joke did not specify that it was a John Deere DIESEL tractor. It just said JOHN DEERE, and I know for a fact that JD riding and push mowers have spark plugs. I ain't that stupid. Dave |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Dave,
The hint was "the farmers in North Dakota". No self respecting farmer refers to their lawn mower when talkin' 'bout a Deere. Less'in 'course you be referin' to the part they drag behind the Deere.
You need to pay attention. Protest Dis-allowed. Play on! |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Love your new sig. Me too!! Bummed UBB won't do "( )" though. Then I'd be the coolest sig here :D |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | When deisel VW vans first came out, one of the partners got one and I told him to be sure and tell them to change the spark plugs right away. He never liked me after that.
I was talking about tractors, Dave. I don't know if JD even made lawn mowers back then. Johnny Poppers were deisels and didn't have spark plugs. Went on my first snipe hunt in North Dakota, too. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Love your new sig. Me too!! Bummed UBB won't do "( )" though. Then I'd be the coolest sig here :D |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Love your new sig. Me too!! Bummed UBB won't do "( )" though. Then I'd be the coolest sig here :D |
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My check is going in the mail today. I've been in contact with Mitch.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I talked with TraderJim this morning and he is in too. Adress for check mailin has been forwarded to him.
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Location: South of most, North of few | Beal, or Mr. Mauvais, whatever... I am planning to make it so I hope you still have a space. Jim sent me the address to mail the check to, and it will go out this week. Thanks, and let me know if I made it under the wire. |
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Location: closely held secret | Mista Beal, how does Joe feel about transients sleeping in his lobby?
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Just grease up their zippers, Jeff.
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Beal, there is no way I can properly supervise all these "people". You're not the boss of me. :p :p :p |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Yeah, well, that doesn't mean that I won't be additionally named in the inevitable legal actions that will arise from this doomed escapade.... |
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Location: closely held secret | Oh, that's already been arranged. The witnesses are lined up, and Cliff and I are working on the photos. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | anything can be worked out. plenty of room to sleep in the lobby, or on the back porch, or over on Willie's porch..... |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | I don't think the attendee list is closed yet either, but it's getting close. |
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Location: South of most, North of few | My apologies if I screwed anyone up on this. As it turns out, that is the weekend of my wife's birthday. I must have had a brain fart. I won't be able to make it, so I'm out. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | You could still go and then get her a guitar for her birthday to make it up to her, right?
Just a suggestion.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Sorry ya can't make it TJ. My wife encouraged me to go even though it is our anniversary that weekend. If it was her birthday it would be a different outcome. Maybe the Tour?! Where's Al when ya need him? |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Ok, it's final, I'm officially in. Check went in the mail yesterday. I had a week delay getting the dates set aside and some upheaval at work, but we're good to go now. I'm looking forward this event, meeting all the folks I've come to know on the board and seeing the crew from the Southern Jam. It will be a great time.
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Location: NJ | Booked my flights this weekend.
Damn! this is turning into an expensive proposition!!! . . .
Next time we plan something like this, we need to take into consideration the whole Flah/SpringBreak Factor. The airlines really "bang" ya'. . .
I spent 20 minutes on one of the online services searching flights, finally settled on something for $485. Enter in all the payment info and . . "Bing" :
". . We're Sorry, but this flight has "changed" . . $758!!! . . ." Happened twice.
Finally, I just did some researching directly with an airline, and nailed something for @$500 . . .
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Cliff, if you can get an extra day, you're welcome to come here, leave your veichle, ride with me and pick up BegginJM on the way down...Save ya a bunch of money and we'd have a great time... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | BTW, we can get some Vernors in SC on the way! |
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Location: NJ | Thanks Mike, but an "extra day" is something I won't have around that time . . . |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | I know, its a busy time for me as well...I'll still try and get some Vernors and bring it with me... |
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Location: NJ | If y'can find some Blenheim, that'd be great . . . |
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Location: south east Michigan | If I were going, I'd bring a couple cases of Vernors.
If only I were going. :(
I brought some Vernors to Stonges' house at the last tour.
Did I start something??
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Location: Parrish, FL | Vernors is the best ginger ale I've ever tasted, bar none! I can bring 2 ltr bottles, but it is better in cans.
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Location: Parrish, FL | I'll be driving, either coming through SC on I-26 to I-95 and south or down I-75 through Atlanta and across southern GA. There is maybe 30 minutes difference to go either way. If there is anyone along these routes that needs a ride, let me know. I'll be traveling on Thursday and Sunday.
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Location: Parrish, FL | Time to raise this thread from the depths.
Beal, did my check make it? Any space left?
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Location: NJ | Bring some Blenheim's, please . . . |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | 26 to 95 is better. Take the second exit in Florida and go left for about 10 miles. At Center street go left down to 3rd, left again for half a block and stop in front of the Florida House.
Going 75 you got to go down to 10 and all the way back to Jax, then to 295 and 95 north and then up to the next to last exit |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | 1. Prof BB
2. MusicMike
3. Jeff W
4. S28
5. Elgin acres
6. Cliff
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10. Mike Garbarini, Guitar Store Mike
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? means I don't know if the check is in yet but you said they were on the way.
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Location: Orlando, FL | Check is now actually in the mail. It doesn't have far to go, should be there soon. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by Designzilla:
Check is now actually in the mail. Quit stealing my excuses. |
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Location: south east Michigan | That is quite a list of attendees.
Youz guyz are gonna have a blast. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Youz guyz are gonna have a blast From what I've heard and read, not if we can keep Dave away from the chili and Mexican food!
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Location: Carle Place, NY | Originally posted by MusicMike:
Youz guyz are gonna have a blast From what I've heard and read, not if we can keep Dave away from the chili and Mexican food!
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Hey, be kind. I have no "problems" with Florida mexican or Texas mexican food. And of course Arizona mexican is the REAL deal (god bless the border patrol). It's just that friggin California mexican food that goes through me like a damn farerri on steroids. I'm sorry but you don't make burritos with brae cheese, farm raised salmon and spinach. Dave |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Just a joke Dave, ya know I luv ya!
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Dave is dead on with his description of the mess the Californians call Mexican food.
TexMex for me followed by Arizona mex. Most of the rest blows.... |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by stephent28:
TexMex for me followed by Arizona mex. Most of the rest blows.... So it's scored based on which end? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | the loudest. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Airline reservations finally made. Not many options for the wallet challenged. Found a direct flight on Frontier for $305 RT, but the schedule is for the nocturnal. Mauvis, any recommendations on ground transportation between JAX and Amelia Island? |
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Location: NJ | Y'they ain't cheap for that weekend . . .
I'm flying a shorter distance for @$500.
Oh well, that part's done & gone . .
Now it's just waitin fer th'BigFun t'come. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | th'BigFun t'come should start next weekend at Fugot's adobe! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | You looking to buy or try?
I could always bring mine over. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | The 417 has received some good press here. I'm always up for trying out any model about which the members are cheering. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Brad - Beware, if you play one you will buy one. NOT that that's a bad thing ... |
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Location: south east Michigan | Okay... let's see.
JAX is the airport to fly into, right??
Does this thing start Wendesday the 26th or Thursday the 27th??
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Location: NJ | uh oh . . . |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Could see this coming a MILE away... |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | That's the sound of another sip of Kool-Aid |
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Location: big island | i ain't gonna be able to make it. i found out last night that due to extremely low hotel occupancy rates (37% currently) here on big island, all the musicians working for one of the agencies i am booked with are layed off until further notice. also, the second agency i work for had planned an entire new production at a major resort which was going to keep us with steady work. that resort was just acquired by another group of investors and indefinitely placed the production on hold.
normally, this is convention season here and we have more gigs 4-6 nights per week. we are lucky to get two a month now.
i really think this is a symptom of all the travel costs, red-tape and crapola. companies are choosing to hold their meetings closer to home or in las vegas rather than hawaii. at any rate, as beautiful as hawaii is, it is not a pretty picture for us musicians or any of the hospitality industry workers now.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | It's OK Randy, I never got your check anyway.
Brad, the clinic starts Friday morning. Singer/songwriter night is Wednesday and there's rumors about golf on Thursday and I'm sure we can find someplace to play guitars Thursday night. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Scooters are included in the cost of the hotel, so I think I'll spend Thursday scootin'. Anybody up for a trip to the Keys? |
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Location: south east Michigan | So, I could figure on flying back Saturday if I wanted, right?. |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I don't know what my schedule is yet. All I really know is that I'm coming. I'd love to play golf on thursday. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I think someone said that the clinic was Fri/Sat/Sun.
Unca Beal, can you tell us the schedule of the clinic. I guess it would help for planning the return trip. |
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Location: NJ | The Calendar section on the HornyFish's webpage shows Fri-Sun, but I would assume that the Sunday-thing'll just be an impromptu follow-up/summary/hangover relief that'll just be the early part of day.
Correct me if my presumption is incorrect, Beal. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | That's right. Friday and Sat are the big days. Sunday is only half and it's whatever. I really think Matt is looking to ya'll for direction on what you want. I don't think you want to leave Sat night, it will be a big time but missing Sunday probably won't hurt.
I'm working on Joe to book Matt there at the Frickinmermaid for Saturday night. I'm sure that there will be ample opportunity for "Play along with Matt". |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | This just keeps getting better and better.
Thanks Unca Beal! |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
Scooters are included in the cost of the hotel, so I think I'll spend Thursday scootin'. Anybody up for a trip to the Keys? You're on, Prof. That was going to be my plan on Thursday as well. I'm not a golfer (well not by these guy's standards - my technique is probably closer to Happy Gilmour's...).
Slippy, I looked at leaving early as well, but I've changed my mind. Every year at the Tour Moody and I have to fly in on the redeye and catch the Sunday morning early bird. This year I've decided to take a daytime flight in (Wed) and leave later Sunday (3pm) so I don't have to drag myself out of bed and to the airport before daylight. I'll still get home about 9:30 pm.
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Deciding between golf and a ride through the Keys, plenty of jamming on incredible gits with Matt and a chance to meet a couple of long time members that have yet to hit the Tour...
Brad, you've got to go and I've got to stop reading this thread. |
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Location: closely held secret | Uh, Weas... we were kind of kidding about the Keys. I don't think the scooters are up to a 1000 mile round trip in one day.
Now if Brad and I had our bikes, maybe... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | and water wings |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I was kidding about the keys, but I'm up for something around the Island or along the mainland if we can find suitable roads. |
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Location: NJ | I would think (for liability reasons) that the scooters'd be restricted to th'Island . . . |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | I did some scooter riding last year with and I don't think they actually restrict where you can go. But there's nothing really to go off-island for, the off-island roads have little or no shoulder and the traffic sucks. Best riding is on the island and along the shore. There is a pretty big state park which is a great place to ride. You can park (and lock up) at some nice beaches, hiking areas, and a big fishing pier. From the pier you can wave hello to Georgia. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I was thinking the scooters were more like golfcarts. Are they more of the vespa variety? |
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If y'don't have a bike license, you'll need a helmet.
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Location: closely held secret | Click on the scooter...
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| Ride south on the coast highway to Big Talbot and Little Talbot Islands. The state park on Little Talbot is really nice. On Big Talbot there's a small turnoff for Black Rock Beach - you owe it to yourself to check that out. Main roads have too much traffic for safe scootering.
Wouldn't it be a kick to have a dozen or more O fanatics descend on the GC in Jax? I chuckle just thinking about it. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
Guess I'll bring all my Harley attire. Thanks, Brad, I just spit coffee on my keyboard.
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Location: NJ | Now THAT's an idea!!!
We pile everybody into Bill's Suburban & hit the local GuitarCenter.
But we send ONE guy in at a time and pull the old "W.C. Fields in the Candy Store routine":
One guy goes into the acoustic room and asks to try out the Ovation that requires the guy t'get the ladder to get it "down" . . . when HE's done and it goes back "up" . . . we send the next guy in . . .
As Templeman says:
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Location: NJ | ". . us in our leathers riding 50cc scooters around the island . ."
Wear the ass-less chaps, and y'just might get "lucky" somewhere . . . |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by cliff:
As Templeman says: "Minutes of Fun!!" Excellent idea! Maybe by the last guy it'll be displayed at floor level, and he can suggest that they might want to keep it up higher so kids don't scratch it! |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Originally posted by cliff:
Wear the ass-less chaps, and y'just might get "lucky" somewhere . . . " Most probably in County Lock-Up. |
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Location: closely held secret | :rolleyes: If they're not 'assless', they're just leather pants!
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by stephent28:
I was thinking the scooters were more like golfcarts. Are they more of the vespa variety? We've reserved a special one for Dave...
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Wow, Alternative Fuel Scooter, nice going... |
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Location: NJ | Actually, the scooters that're more like golfcarts are called . . . . um, . . . . "golfcarts".
Y'usually find THEM (and the tinted visors) a few hundred miles further down A1A . . . . |
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chicks dig guys in chaps. One word,
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Uh, Weas... we were kind of kidding about the Keys. I don't think the scooters are up to a 1000 mile round trip in one day.
Now if Brad and I had our bikes, maybe... Never actually took the time to see where Amelia is and didn't realize it was that far North. Yeah, the scooters might not be the perfect machine for that trip, eh? Moot point though - I still wish I was going. :rolleyes: |
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Location: NJ | Yeh, Amelia and Key West are probably about as diametrically-opposed as you can GET in Florida . . . |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Beal,
Is there still one slot available with Randy dropping out? I've lost track with the bantering over scooters. If so, I've had a change of schedule and would like to attend...
I'd be drive down from Virginia, what's the recommended accommodations in the area? Anyone still looking for a roommate?
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Location: south east Michigan | Room mate??
I'm trying to put things together myself.
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Location: NJ | I'm thinking you two need t'mud-wrestle for the spot.
I smell web-cam . . . |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | ...that's just wrong in too many ways Cliff... :D
I'd wind up passing out, land on top of him and crush him like a bug... and then where'd we be with the calendars ??? |
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Location: NJ | We'd have a f@ckin' COVER pic! . . THAT's where we'd be!!! |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Tim,
If Randy is not able to attend, we have a spot in the Miami room at the top of the Inn...Wabbit, Myself and JBeggin JM so far and the room sleeps five...we'll split the cost and it's already reserved from Wed thru Sat nights...You're welcome...(and if you want to meet me in SW VA, we can go to gethere...I'm takin the Caddy and we pick up Beggin in SC...HUGE trunk for guitars...
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by MusicMike:
I'm takin the Caddy and we pick up Beggin in SC...HUGE trunk for guitars...
Let me know... hey... HEY! DON'T GET ALL PARTY CRAZY WITH THE ELVIS IN THE 8 TRACK AND FORGET TO PICK UP THE WABBIT AT THE AIRPORT!!!
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | I was planning the driving the explorer and bringing the doubleneck and OFC slothead. The case for the doubleneck is huge and would take up half the trunk. No problem driving down there with a second vehicle, do you need extra guitars/gear/golf clubs toted down from your place?
I'm also up for the Thursday Golf...
I will take you up on the room reservation. Just need a confirmation from Beal that there is a slot open and I'll have a check out to him.
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | I could also plan to bring down a few extra guitars for the folks flying in...any request?
Adamas:
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ADII 1885 12 string
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Elite RF1778LX
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
. . . hope the top floor holds
(remember, the added beer-weight too) That's not my real concern compared to...
Originally posted by MusicMike:
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Wab, it's not the gas that I would be worried about. There was just a small...ah...little...ummm...TINY..naw...miniscule...er...microscopic...incident at the Zillafest this past weekend, that has not been mentioned...er..verified by a certain person that ranks right below a Major, that you MAY want to worried about. TRboy (from now on to be known as Squeaky) knows , but may not tell.
As far as pickin ya up? No prob! If anyone wants to come to my house Tuesday and spend tha night before heading to Amelia Isle on Wednesday, it's fine by me. Mike (I hate to even say this) we can always pack my Mountaineer for the trip to the the Island. It served us well on the Orlando trip.
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Location: closely held secret | Thanks, Jim. We'll have to squeeze the story out of Squeaky.
Do you know what time you plan to leave on Sunday? My flight leaves at 3pm, but I could get to JAX anytime between 12-2. Just a hint. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I don't think it should be a problem Wab. I (as usual) will let Music chime in here. No specific time schedule for me. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Wabbit,
I can drop you at JAX in that time frame. I'll be headed back north about then.
By the way, I should have a FD-14 for sure and probably a 1537. The UTE will be looking for a new home by then, if not before.
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Jim, I'm there...where's Uncle Beal hiding???? |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Blues, is this a "For Sale" for the UTE?
Tim, is that a "I will meet you and Music in Simpleville" I'm there?
Rumor has it Unca Beal's on the Isle or the Tak Board. |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Jim,
I'll meet up with you or meet you on the island or share the room or whatever, I'm there! (that is, if there's a slot open :) )
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Tim, there is space in the room with Music, the Wab and I. Unfortunatly Randy has had to opt out. P.M. Music Mike, he is the room and trip leader for us. Look forward to meeting you. Get that check to Unca Beal! ;) |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | PM sent and I'll get a check out to Beal as soon as he pops in... |
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Location: closely held secret | Very cool. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Well, the cast is set.... I'm in.
I have not checked on room availibility yet, but I'm hoping to share the expence with someone.
If it's anything like the Tour the room turns out just to be a place to close your eyes for a while. |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Awesome!!!
Sorry Cliff, no mud wrestling involved. Maybe a crappy shot of Brad driving the golf cart into the pond or me getting my hand bit off by a gator? |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Brad - if Tim ends up in the party room, we can split a room if you'd like.
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Location: south east Michigan | cool.
Mike... I'll call today & see what is still availible. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | I've just not been here cause it's been so slow to post anything. The problem seems to be fixed now.
By my calculations with Randy out there were two spots left. Sounds like Tim and Brad have filled those.
I'll post the list I have later today on a new post to keep it clear.
Maybe on that one you guys could put the room arrangements so we know everyone is covered?
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Location: Parrish, FL | Beggin',
Yes, I'm seriously considering selling my UTE. I've had both the FD-14 and the UTE for several months now and the Folklore is the one I consistantly pick up. These are very similar guitars in how they play, but very different in tone, both fantastic. I've just settled on the FD-14 as my go to 12 fret slothead. I love the sound of the cedar top and mine plays so smooth.
Now I've got to start working on prying my fingers of the neck of the UTE and give someone else a chance. It is a great guitar and I love the carabon fibre top and its sound. It's just these sudden GAS attacks and the need for additional funding that I need to deal with.
What's on the horizon? Hard to say right now. Maybe a 12 string or a nylon or something else. I'll have to see what comes along.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Someone ought to throw their name in the hat for the UTE, in case Blues does decide to sell. It really is a wonderful guitar. I already have one and it ain't going no wheres anytime soon. |
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| Blues - what do you think is a fair offer? |
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Location: closely held secret | We seem to have an uncommonly high number of "Brads" attending. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I'll forego the tag and just go as the Professor. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | one is probably too many ;) |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Let me introduce you to Brad, his brother Brad, and his other brother...Brad
This should be fun. Slipkid, glad you decided to join in. I was rooting for you!
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Location: closely held secret | What a coincidence. I was just rooting around in the fridge. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Did you see Brad in there? |
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Location: closely held secret | No. But I did find the huckleberry syrup, so I made waffles. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | You guys that work at home..... |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | OK
Here's the 20
Prof nonBrad
Mike Ward
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Bobbo
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Guitar Mike
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Jim Lentz
Crimson Lake
BluesSailor
MitchRX
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Location: south east Michigan | Crimson & I are good for a room.
If I had not booked it the only ones left after that were the Honeymoon Suites. How scary would THAT have been!???
Now..about that list.
I know Cliff doesn't want to hear the "I'm not good enough" excuse, but it seems to me that I'll be breathing some pretty high air with this group. I just don't know where a guy full of cowboy chords and second tier British Invasion tunes is gonna fit in with all these regular "giggers".
I'm afraid I might just end up fetching this and fetching that or making sure Music Mike's vestments are pressed for Sunday morning or toting around Tim's guitar cases.
But seriously, I'm looking forward to this. BrianT is the real musician of our little duo and I need to kick it up a notch. I know from experience with tennis that playing with someone better than me always picks up my own game.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | How far can you drive a golf ball with your racket?
Actually the Bausch and Lomb women's tennis tournament isn't till the next week. If you're staying you might want to bring the coconuts. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Slipkid:
I know Cliff doesn't want to hear the "I'm not good enough" excuse, but it seems to me that I'll be breathing some pretty high air with this group. That entirely depends on which members of this group you happen to stand outside with...
Brad, I told you why I'm going. Those reasons make sense for you as well. You play out more than I do, I'm just a Sunday morning guy. But playing once a week or maybe jamming with players that are not at the same level as I am (that's not meant to put anyone down, when I go to the Tour I often feel way inadequate) is not going to improve my chops. Being challenged by some pros and semi-pros and even quarter-pros will force me to watch and learn, maybe (hopefully) even DO.
I would let you tote my guitar case, but I'm not bringing one.
Originally posted by Slipkid:
should I bring my racket??? Depends on what racket you're in. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | uh...Slip and Wab, I have already claimed the "Low Man on the Totem Pole" badge for this little git togetha. I will be proud to wear it and make no excuses for it. I have never gigged out or in for that matter and am still learnin tha cowboy chords. Why go, you ask? Why not! I will learn a little and have a whole lotta fun, with friends I have already met and the ones I look forward to meet (except Jeff W.)
So, find another personal fault and leave mine alone.. :mad: |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by BegginJIM:
"I suck and you can't convince me otherwise!!!" ...ok, you can have that one. :D
Ironically, Jeff is one of those people you really look forward to meeting. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Based on the attendees, I would have made arrangements to go just based on hanging out with you guys. Some of my best buddies that I have never personally met will now be going and I have to admit I am really excited.
The fact that there is a Matt Smith clinic is now just icing on the cake! |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Jimbo... I will be right there with you old pal. Just remember which one of the CrimsonLake clan got up and played at the Southern Jamboree... there's a good reason for that!
Whatever the case may be... a GREAT time will be had by all.
Though I am a little disappointed that Brad didn't see fit the reserve the honeymoon suite for us :(
I would have brought the champagne too. |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Don't shoot me if I'm off too much, I haven't watched the DVD Wabbit graciously sent me for a couple months but I seem to remember this from Matt's OFC workshop last year...I'm taking Matt's cue and doing a modified paraphrasing here on the topic of guitar playing ability, "if your having fun, that's good, cause it's called playing"
When I pick up that instrument, it makes me happy and I'm having fun...the rest of ya may be covering your ears however :D |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Hey,
The more you suck, the more you need this clinic.
Besides, you get to hang out at the FrickinMermaid. It's about the hang. Hemmingway had Key West, we've got Amelia, you'll see. |
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| "Ironically, Jeff is one of those people you really look forward to meeting."
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Location: Tennessee | Cool. I really need this clinic.
But I need to pay for attention ... I thought we got to hang out WITH the FriskyMermaid. Guess I'll just have to stand outside with Slippy and his air. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | making sure Music Mike's vestments are pressed for Sunday morning You guys crack me up...I love it...but good news Brad: I'm bringing golf clubs and guitars (probably 2): not vestments: 1st: I wouldn't impose and 2nd: its called vacation...Remember, I'm a Methodist... ;)
'sides, I'm driving home on Sunday... :D
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | BTW, the Miami room (formally called the attic) is booked from Wed, thru Sat. nite w/MusicMike; Wabbitt; Beggin JM; and Tim in Tidewater; we have room for one more if needed...
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Location: Parrish, FL | Well, as you all are rushing for the back of the room, that will be me getting out of the way! ;)
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by schroeder:
"Ironically, Jeff is one of those people you really look forward to meeting."
:D :D :D Glad someone got it. Makes sense that it would be you. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Originally posted by BegginJIM:
"I suck and you can't convince me otherwise!!!" ...ok, you can have that one. :D
Ironically, Jeff is one of those people you really look forward to meeting.
Actually, I am just pickin on Jeff W. His ..uh..hmmm..unique since of humor and wit remind me that I am the youngest of four boys. He must be home folk!
Regardless of my playin ability, I am coming for the opportunity to meet those that I haven't met and renew friendships of those that I have. I know that Matt will teach me amd encourage me on my journey. How can I lose?! |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I take back what I said about myself. I can't be bad... wanna know why? I just opened my mail and received a button from out pastor that says "Guitarist for God".
What was I thinking?? |
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Location: NJ | "Guitarist for God".
Are y'sure you didn't get one of Templeman's campaign buttons by mistake?? |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Him I'd vote for. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | I've locked this thread. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
I've locked this thread. Again?! ;) |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | HEY! GO to your room. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | ok... |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | You Are Getting Sleeeepeee...
Very sleeepeee... |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Mitch,
Are we good on the Hotel front?
Check your PM mailbox. It appears to be full.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | 15 pages and I've totally freaking lost track of what's going on here ...
Time for a roll call. In less than 10 words, who's coming, what are ya bringing, how long are ya staying, are you golfing, performing, and are you allergic to latex. Brad, bring your uke (and what size alter boy robe do you think you'd wear). Just hypothetically.
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Location: Tennessee | Bobbo.
Not sure.
Wednesday through Sunday.
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Location: Marlton, NJ | * CrimsonLake
* Guitar(s)and Golf Clubs
* Wednesday through Sunday
* ya
* not unless a good amount of alcohol is involved
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Location: Parrish, FL | BluesSailor (Brad)
1537 and the FUD
Thurs. arriving late to Sun noon
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Tim
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[*]Nuthin I don't need
[*]Wednesday thru Sunday
[*]Nah
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*guitars
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6 & 12 + Golfclubs
Wed thru Sun AM
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Jeff W.
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Location: south east Michigan | Bradley Kim Durasa...
1) I think I'll bring the AD-II rather than the UTE this time. I just might need to go up past the 12th fret. :rolleyes: And it is a tasty example of that model.
2) No golf. It's way to persnickity of a sport for me. Thumb at at a precise angle on the the club, feet position critical, do this, don't do that. My tennis game may not look textbook, but I can find the baseline pretty good.
3) I've never written a song. I've tried but it just hasn't happend....yet. I'll give it another shot for the Frisky Mermaid thing. Afterall, this is supposed to be all about stepping out of the box, right? I look forward to the "informal" playing. I'll sing along till the voice gives out or I'm asked to stop. If I am just able to successfully accompany Cliff on a couple songs I'd call that a win. And Dave... lets work out a tune or two, okay?
4) latex... ummm Dave... why are you looking at ME like that??
5) I'll bring my uke but if you want something specific from me, let me know because it has not got alot of attention as of late.
6) Whats with all these one word answers??? You guys are much more talk-a-tive in person.
7) How did this thing jump to 16 pages so fast???
8) If Matt Smith is gonna ask me where I want to "go" with my music I better start figurin' that out right now.
edit: HA! I just went back and re-read Dave's request for "10 words or less". Oh well... to bad.. so sad. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | OK
I got Crimson, TidewaterTim and MusicMike for golf.
Who else?
Somewhere else I put a list of guitars available.
There also are 3 soprano ukes and one tenor,
a couple of acoustic basses, some solidbodies, some preOvation Fenders, stuff like that. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Me for golf. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Slipkid:
8) If Matt Smith is gonna ask me where I want to "go" with my music I better start figurin' that out right now. As long as he doesn't ask me to "go" into a different room I figure I'm ok. |
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Location: NJ | I'm in (and got a room).
I'll prolly bring the Tak nylon t'play in the room. (Beal, I'll need t'borow a steel-string for class. You mentioned that Q10'll be there. I got "dibbs" on her (we "get along pretty well" t'gether).
I'm in for golf (this'll be my 2nd-and-a-half game). If it gets to where I'm the odd-man-out, I'm willing to sacrifice my spot, if need be . . .
I've got a bag of about two-and-a-half dozen balls t'lose.
Much like Brad, I've YET to fully compose a complete original song, but it's MORE than "HighTime" that I did.
Providing we get ample enough Advance Notice on a "topic", I'm in. I'm also up for "backing up" others if need be.
I'll be OnIsland Wed. noon(ish), and Off early Sun eve.
(although, if I can find enough boats that need t'be lettered, and can develop a new identity, I may just sell my return ticket . . .)
Personally, I'd like t'come away with this with some songwriting technique, t'play some simple leads/fills, a bit o'slide and some DADGAD, if possible.
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Location: closely held secret | Cliff, if I go along as a distraction we could probably leave with at least 4 dozen.
Dibs on the Tak360 blewgrass (or the 75 if I can pry it away from Dave). |
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I miss the Brits :(
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I put down for golf a while back on another thread (or maybe another board ;) ) but I will officially state my entry again. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Guitar wise.....
Unca Beal, put me down for Q8 (Cliff needs a mate). |
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Location: Omaha, NE | I am: Jeff "Omaha" Miller
Bringing: Either Koala #2 or my Taylor 714
Staying: Till I run out of beer money
Golfing: Doubt it...when are you playing?
Performing: Huh? For whom? Is there a roadhouse nearby where we can rock?
Latex: Depends on who's wearing it.
Regarding the timing, I've completely lost track of what is or is not scheduled.
I'm flying into Atlanta sometime earlier in the week. I plan on spending a couple of days in Georgia meeting with customers, then driving down to Amelia Island. If anyone needs a ride, let me know.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Jeff, the performing is at the Frisky Mermaid which is located inside the Florida Inn where most of us will be staying.
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Location: NJ | Songwriter's Night at the Mermaid is Wed. Night.
Golf is Thursday.
Fri./Sat. (and Sun. morn) is Matt.
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Location: closely held secret | Did the girls show up yet? |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Anyone got any spare cots left, or am I going to be down the street? |
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Location: Omaha, NE | What's going to be going on in the evenings? I'm trying to decide if it would be fun (for her) if I brought my wife along.
Who all is bringing wives?
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Location: NJ | I've got a room to myself, but I'm keeping it as such as a "dangling carrot" in hopes of coercing a certain Brit tosser (now living in Scotland) to change (what's LEFT of) his mind . . . |
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Location: closely held secret | I think it's pretty darn nice of me to offer Jeff the crib in the room Mike and Jim are letting me share...
Does everyone agree? (Non-responsive members will be counted as 'yes' votes). |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Given all the homo-erotic overtones around here, are you sure that "dangling carrot" is the metaphor you want to use? |
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Location: NJ | Yer right.
Lemme change that to "Swinging Zucchini" . . . |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I am bringing my wife and I think the Professor is bringing his better half. Unca Beal's wife will probably be around somewhere....maybe Tuppy is bringin the boss. |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Cliff, you saw "Spinal Tap", right? Airport scene? Security? Zucchini? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | We have 9 for golf on Thursday
Crimson, Tide-Tim, MusMike & Tuppy
Cliff, Bobbo, Beggin and S-28
Me
The Frickin Mermaid is a great place to play. S/S is Wednesday night. Rumor has it the topic is GAS, anyway you define it.
Now they are having this Songwriter circle on thursday nights. 4 writers take turns each playing tunes. That is starting tonight. It might be canned by then or might be a big success. We can always sit around the back court yard of the Fla house, and play for ourselves.
Friday night is around the town, go see Davis and Pam Turner play at O'Kanes. Davis always likes it when people get up and play with him, hint, hint.
Rumor has it Matt will be booked at the Mermaid Sat night so dinner will be at the Fla house and the Matt concert/party will follow, with guest appearances by attendees should anyone want to.
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Location: GA USA | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
I think it's pretty darn nice of me to offer Jeff the crib in the room Mike and Jim are letting me share...
Does everyone agree? (Non-responsive members will be counted as 'yes' votes). It depends on your definition of nice. If by being nice you mean subjecting your guest to sleepless nights and permanent loss of hearing due to Jim's incredible snoring, then you are a true prince among men. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | SWMBO hasn't made up her mind, but good money now says she'll stay at home. I couldn't wait and booked flights on my own. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Brad, did you end up booking the redeye? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Unka Beal,
It would be nice to round up 3 more and have a mini-tournament....any chance Matt Smith plays...or maybe some of your local buddies as ringers?
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Captain_Lovehandles:
Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
I think it's pretty darn nice of me to offer Jeff the crib in the room Mike and Jim are letting me share...
Does everyone agree? (Non-responsive members will be counted as 'yes' votes). It depends on your definition of nice. If by being nice you mean subjecting your guest to sleepless nights and permanent loss of hearing due to Jim's incredible snoring, then you are a true prince among men. |
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Location: GA USA | Don't get me wrong, Buddy. I loved every hour of it. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by BegginJIM:
Originally posted by Captain_Lovehandles:
It depends on your definition of nice. If by being nice you mean subjecting your guest to sleepless nights and permanent loss of hearing due to Jim's incredible snoring, then you are a true prince among men. Captain, which part of "Hush Money" didn't you understand? :rolleyes:
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Location: Phoenix AZ | If you're on the north side of the Inn, you may WANT that damn pillow over your head. Dave |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | I can get another three for golf if needed.
Wed night S/S at the Fla House 8:30 till 11ish
Thursday night nothing planned. Go see Davis at O'Kanes, Wander down to the Palace saloon, check out who's playing at the Green turtle, or at the Fla House, or at Carolines. All that is within a block. We could be playing for ourselves in the back courtyard of the Fla house if we choose.
Friday: A group dinner somewhere. Town wandering afterwards as necessary, back to O'Kanes for an encore with Davis.
Saturday: A group dinner at the Fla house and 8-12 show and join in session.
Part of your fee already paid covers lunch and dinner of Friday and Sat. The Fla house provides breakfast. At least once, the walk should be made to T-Rays for breakfast, 9 blocks. A converted gas station that still sells gas and has great a great eggs/buscuits/grits/colesterol special
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Originally posted by BegginJIM:
Originally posted by Captain_Lovehandles:
It depends on your definition of nice. If by being nice you mean subjecting your guest to sleepless nights and permanent loss of hearing due to Jim's incredible snoring, then you are a true prince among men. Captain, which part of "Hush Money" didn't you understand? :rolleyes:
...when applied firmly for 2 to 3 minutes.
A CPWTPTBQ said recently that "it wasn't necessarily the volume but the going from silence to instant explosion" that he was most impressed with. I will bring ear plugs for those so inclined to use them.
Wab, you might want to bring a few extry pillows for our dorm mates. But be warned, it may take more than one of ya to do the deed, "Tiny" is not a word used to describe me. ;) |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | "Tiny" is not a word used to describe me.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by stephent28:
Brad, did you end up booking the redeye? Yes. Departs Denver Wednesday night just before midnight. Return early Monday morning. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | That's the one I am thinking about grabbing for the flight out but probably Sunday night for the return.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Cabs run around $50-55. Don't let them stick ya. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Flight is booked.
Arrive 11:30 a.m. Wends.
Depart 6:05 p.m. Sunday. |
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Location: closely held secret | Alright then! Brad's in for the long weekend! |
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Location: south east Michigan | Oh yeah... you'll be plenty tired of me by then.
Okay everyone...Herman's Hermits melody ..ONE MORE TIME!!! |
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Location: NJ | Brad;
I get in right around the same time.
Maybe we can split a cab?? |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Beal,
We'll be getting in in the afternoon...Not sure what time Wabbit's plane gets in to JAX but we're meeting him there and then coming to the island...beginning to look like a caravan: Me and Beggin JM; Tim in Tidewater in his vehicle; possibly Crimson Lake in his vehicle are planning to come down together stopping in SC on Tuesday night (JAMSESSION) to pick up Beggin JM and then leaving early Wed. AM for the drive to Jax. ;) |
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Location: Parrish, FL | It's way to early for me to commit to being there Wednesday, but I'll do my best. The way things are looking at work, I'll probably have LOTS of free time on my hands about then. :eek: :rolleyes:
The flip side is I may have a new vocation and not be able to make it at all, but that isn't likely. I'll make this happen hell or high water! |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Good idea on sharing a cab, Stephen. Did the twins ever arrive? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Any day...Waiting on the tracking info. I guess the mothership is in a bit of turmoil over the Fender purchase and getting info from them is tough. |
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Location: south east Michigan | On second thought..... Maybe I'll bring my old, pre-electronics, deep bowl Balladeer. |
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Location: Colorado | Hey folks - sorry I've been out of pocket a bit...
As I will be bringing golf clubs...Uncle Bill - I could use a guitar...a 1 and 3/4 Slothead will do Bill - gypsy strings since I don't play as much as I used to - or if you have a Jim Collings Dread - that'll do too... if not - any GSO (Guitar shaped object) will do...
If there is room - I'd love to play golf...I play golf about as well as I play a guitar...but I enjoy the company each brings...
I'll be getting in on Wed sometime - no flight booked - gotta room at the Inn - no space as SWMBO will probably come to...by choice
Hmmm...a guitar clinic - and I bring my clubs - but not my axe...might rethink that one...
will fly out later on Sunday...
I hazard to say this...but I will probably have a car...no - not Deep Purple Cliff
As far as performing goes...sure...only you guys know me there...and only a few of you to boot.
It (playing for pay) just doesn't happen much anymore...
S28 and Professor...might be sad if the next time I see you guys is in FLA.
I've never played latex strings..... |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Mark, we missed you at Fugot's most recent jam. Fugot's collection, and a couple of top shelf models out of S28's closets, were amazing to see, hear, and play. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Yeah Mark....bummer you weren't at the latest jam at Mike's. Cliff had no one to sing harmonies!
Glad your gonna play golf. Should be a blast and hopefully we can get some friendly team competition going. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | The toppermost of the poppermost |
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Location: Colorado | OK - has the list changed any? Maybe Cliff won't hijack that wording...naw he probably will..I have to start thinking about reservations...airlines...not the Yakov Scmirnoff type |
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Location: south east Michigan | Last I heard...
Prof nonBrad
Mike Ward
JeffW
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Elgin
Cliff
Bobbo
Waskel
Omaha
Guitar Mike
Alpep
Jim Lentz
Crimson Lake
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Beal, who are Mike Ward and Jim Lentz? Sound like a coupla criminals! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | That's a good list plus
Mike Howerton, from the island
#22 from a different island, possible attendee.
Me
Makes 23
Matt will play Sat night 8-12
Sat dinner will be at the Fla House
lunches at FH or elsewhere
Friday dinner somewhere else. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Mark, check out Frontier. I'm on a redeye that leaves Denver Wed, 3/26 at 11:55 p.m., arrives Jax at 6:00 a.m. Thurs. Return is Monday morning at 6:00 a.m. arriving Denver at 7:50 a.m. $305 round trip. All other flight alternatives increased the cost exponentially. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Yessir...
Sorry I'm late on it.
I'll be able to get it in the mail in the next couple days. |
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It's all about the cash flow, baby! |
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Location: south east Michigan | I just started a thread over in "Matt Smiths Playing Tips". (And boy-o-boy is it lonely over there.) Anyway, I tried to give Matt an idea of what I hope go get out of the time spend on the island.
Think it over and put your 2 cent worth in.
For myself, this is one resource/opportunity I don't want to squander away. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Al... You can un-pin the "Calendar Crunch" thread if you like.
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| This one from an island was the maybe but is now the won't-be. I'm gutted as we say in this part of the planet. |
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Location: NJ | . . and half the other Eagles.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | OK, we're still at 23, Schroeder xcan't make it but Connie Boyle will. Plus he's a golfer too.
For Gold:
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Location: Parrish, FL | JeffW,
Any chance of bringing the Lowden along to the clinic? I'd sure like to give it a spin.
Blues |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | It's possible...
I'm struggling with the thought of bringing just one... I'd like to bring the Custom A too... and the FD14 (if it's back from the hospital) |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
I'd like to bring the Custom A too... and the FD14 (if it's back from the hospital) ...ok. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | The point being... unless Bobbo and crew are clearly sober enough to catch the guitars, I'll likely be bringing just one.... |
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Blues
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Anyone else? |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Lowden it is... |
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Location: NJ | I(think) I remember Connie.
Was he the guy that you loaned the SlotHead to t'play at the OFC SkiLodgeJam a couple years ago???
I remember he and his wife.
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Location: south east Michigan | That was a good time.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Cool, 11 for golf makes almost full 3 teams.
Bill should we start thinkin about handicaps so you can attempt to make the teams evenly matched?
I'm around an 17-18 on a good day but down in Florida with a buncha booze and crazies I will probably play like a 26-28! |
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Location: closely held secret | [sigh...]
We'll probably all regret this...
How much is a round of golf going to cost? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
[sigh...]
How much is a round of golf going to cost? Less than it would cost you to bring Ms. Wabbit! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | I'm guessing that the round will be 60something and club rental??? and the carts??. Normally the fee is $130 but since you'll be with member #1 we may work out a deal.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
:eek: I assume that is excitement! |
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Location: NJ | better "ramp-up" the hawking of those "Rest" CD's . . . |
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Location: closely held secret | I had a few spare minutes (I love writing reports. Big ones. Reports that take 15-20 minutes to run, just to test.) and I reread this thread. Yes, all 21 pages of it. I must say I'm amazed we were able to stay on track for this long (ok, a few side trips, but it is a long way to go...).
Now, in spite of having read all this drivel again, I'm really looking forward to this trip.
One thing I noticed, though, has me concerned, and I feel I would be remiss if I didn't point out that there may be a mentally unstable, possibly dangerous man among our ranks for the weekend.
Originally posted by Omaha:
Let me just say that reading this thread has me feeling better and better about deciding to attend. You have been warned. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Sorry, Randy. You'll be missed. Ditto :( |
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Nah.. that's just mean. I had a salesguy that I worked with who used to call me from Yankee Stadium all the time.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by CrimsonLake:
Make sure we have his cell phone number!
I do, and we WILL call!
BTW Randy, what's the time difference? I fear calling you after about 7 pm est with these guys. :eek: |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I don't know... with an island hole and "potential" alcohol consumption, we might still be on the golf course by then. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Bill...
Has a topic been picked for the songwriters night the week of the clinic??
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Location: 6 String Ranch | March 26 Topic is "Wind" |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | 1st rule is NOT to allow ME to play or sing with you! |
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Location: south east Michigan | Wind, eh?
The first working title that comes to mind is...
"This Song Really Blows". |
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Location: south east Michigan | That being said....
With that type of attitude I'll never get it done. So from here on in, I'll think positive. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | "This Song Positively Blows" |
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Location: south east Michigan | Okay, I've got an idea of the theme I want to hit and I've written down 5 or 6 phrases that fit that theme. The rhymes and phrasing will need to be adjusted, then there is trying to put it to music. This thing could fall apart at any point.
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Location: NJ | NO "Moon", "June", or "Spoon" . . . |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | I Smell A Foul Wind.... |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Cassette or cd. tin cans and fishing line works good too. I could probably play and mp3 if you can email it.
Wabbit; what about lyricists? They're usually pretty useless at these events....which sounds a lot like me. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by cliff:
NO "Moon", "June", or "Spoon" . . . Well forget it then, that rules me out. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Songwriters have to be present. Better book a flight, Phil. Well then, if Phil can't make it I will just have to take total credit for the song until the next OFC CD comes out (when Phil will get his due!) |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by stephent28:
when Phil will get his due So far I've managed to avoid that by constantly moving and changing name.... |
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Location: Colorado | So do you think it is wind as in "atmospheric moving air"? Or is it wind as in "wind a watch"...which actually might be more challengin and funnier |
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Location: SoCal | maybe "passing wind" |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Well you guys wanted GAS. So make it "I got GAS, and when I get it bad, my wife gets the wind, a cold chilly wind blowin through the house, but I don't care, I love my guitars"
Or something like that
Just be glad you don't have to come up with something for almost every week! But it's usually like this, I look at the list and say this is terrible! and then whittle away at it and before long I've thrown out a week or two and have a bunch of pretty good songs.
Think medium to up tempo, Jimmy Buffay with an extra quart or two of country stirred in.
The serious, selfexamination of my navel songs don't get it. If you're over 4 minutes the judges tend to go to sleep. Bring 3 copies of the lyrics for the judges
Then there's Darby, he knows 2 chords but tries to play several more. Occasionally he's in tune. He is alot like Wild Man Fisher, aka Larry Fisher that Zappa produced back in the late 60's. Occasional rhymes with strange time signatures and I've already described the guitar side of it. He's a crowd favorite! Usually he gets half way through his warmup tune and just quits and says, "That's enough, here's my competition song" He even got fourth prize once. OK, it's true there were only 4 people there that night. I really enjoy him, but I'm not sure Loraine can grasp the concept of his music. He's a really nice guy too.
There can be a warm up song if you want one. Anything is OK, covers, originals, instrumentals. You can have others join you. There is a music stand there to hold the words while you're singing. House PA with 5 mikes and 4 direct inputs. I can bring a bass and amp if somebody wants to back others up.
It usually is a very good time, just remember that there is only one thing more amature than us performers, and that's the judges, they try for new ones every week, fresh ears if you know what I mean. So if you win, it's a bonus, the payoff is in doing it. |
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Location: closely held secret | Eh, we wanted GAS, we got wind... shouldn't be too hard to adapt anything in the works. |
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Location: south east Michigan | The serious, selfexamination of my navel songs don't get it. crumple, crimple, toss, plunk...
That's the sound of the ideas for "The Zephyr Wind" hitting the trash can.
Probably better off anyway. |
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Location: SoCal | Is somebody going to video this for the club? I, for one, would love to see it... |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Morning Paul... Early surveillance this morn? |
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Location: SoCal | Nah, drinking coffee and trying to wake up. "I'm on my second cup of coffee, and I still can't taste the day".
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Is somebody going to video this for the club? I, for one, would love to see it...
Paul, if the club allows it, I will video it! |
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Location: closely held secret | Mauvais, you talkin to Mike or Jim?
Stephen & Phil, my mistake. "In the event a song has multiple writers only one of the songwriters has to be present." |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | I've been working on my "Wind" song. Here's the first verse ...
"Well I met her in the house and we did it on the floor. And the wind from her ass blew the cat out the door."
How am I doing ??? |
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Location: closely held secret | "Songs with profanity or obscene lyrics will not be allowed."
... and PETA will be after you about the cat. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
No you have to perform Uhh..Ok Beal, but Darby won't win the booby prize this time. Huh huh..I said booby! :rolleyes: |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | O.k., I like songs and ballads that tell stories, including those spoken ala Ray Stevens and CW McCall. So in that vein, here's an original work in progress that I just threw together (still need to add a refrain and rewrite a verse to create a bridge, but text is about complete):
I was riding one night on Hwy 50,
Into rain and cold, and a wind real drifty.
Getting real tired, barely stayin’ awake,
I needed to stop and take a break.
At least three hours had nearly passed
Since drinkin’ a cup and topping the gas.
In ten more miles, so said the map,
I’d be off this hill and takin’ a nap.
But what was that I felt down low?
A cough? A sputter? I sure didn’t know.
Whatever it was, it couldn’t be right
‘Cause that motor was wheezin’ right there in the night.
Reaching the crest I saw lights ahead,
When all of a sudden that bike went dead.
Beyond the shoulder in the mud and slop
Is where I slowed and pulled to a stop.
I said to myself, “This burns my ass,
How in hell did I run out of gas?”
Lucky for me, I started to chuckle,
I carry some extra, and went for the buckle.
Reaching down in the saddlebag
I found the bottle along with a rag.
I knew I had to exercise care
‘Cause fighting that wind was a helluva bear.
I squared myself on top of the seat
And tried to protect the gas from the sleet,
From the top of the tank, I removed the cap
But as I poured, it went straight in my lap.
An extra liter was all I could pack
And most of that was now burnin’ my sack.
I’d gotten some in, but would it be enough?
Could I make it to town? S’gonna be tough.
It coughed and choked, but the Harley fired
And a second later, the throttle I wired.
Within just a few, I rolled into the Shell.
My nightmare was over, I was out of hell.
The moral of this story told,
Is to never pour gas in the wind and cold.
But if you do, its best to remember
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Location: south east Michigan | Even if a bump is technically concidered a minor infraction of board rules, this is a good one.
With the holidays over the end of March is not very far away.
Now since we're here, how is everyone doing on a song for the Frisky Mermaid???
I've got a title and a hook now I have to flesh out the meat of it. I'm trying keep the chords simple and the words clever rather than ponderious and deep. Easy chords... clever lyrics.. looks like the first song I write is going to sound more like a country tune than the latest Townshend effort. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I've got one and maybe two instrumentals planned. Anybody who wants to join me with a bass and/or rhythm guitar is welcome. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Now the contest starts at 8:30. We can get there and start playing at 7 or so. Then while the judges are out tabulating people get up and jam for 15 minutes or so. Then the 3 winners play again and then it's back open to whomever for however long you want to go. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | One of the usual winners is usually in that state by 8:30. So? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I've got three different lyric ideas started so far for this thing. And I DO plan on being drunk in sync with the event....just for the sense of connection.
Waiting for melody(ies) to inspire/instigate more writing. I'm looking for a break from 'sell copy' after the holiday/post-holiday rush. |
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Location: Tuscany, Italy | Fillhixx,.....nuc est bibendum.....nunc et semper.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Riccardo: ?something is ?something... Now And always.
Sorry, got right by me. Wazzat? |
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Ricardo, I think you meant "nunc est bibendum". (and forever is a long time!)
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Location: south east Michigan | .... from another thread....
A few of the songs I plan to have polished up for the Amelia thing:
Tattoo
Brandy
Wonderful World
Two of Us
Then there is all the NEW stuff I'm gonna walk away with.
With a group as small as this one we might even have time to put a little effort into a tune or two and sound pretty good together. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Slipkid:
Awesome 28...
You do the high harmonies please. SUCKER! I knew you would say that.
I suppose that means I need to sing the bridge also?
If we play on baritones, no problem.
We might have to recruit Cliffy to hit some highs (and I don't mean new levels of tequila intoxication) :rolleyes: on a standard tuned guitar.
You guys learning it in the original key? |
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Location: south east Michigan | I'll sing the bridge.
Or better yet, let's both sing it in the hopes that it averages out to something close to accurate.
Brian & I have been tuned down a half step lately but going up to concert should not be to bad.
28.. check your e-mail for a cheat sheet. |
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I am now sufficiently blind and cannot read the cheat sheet. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Here's the song I have for tonight. I had some fun with it. You'll notice that the cap words are the topics from now till April, hence the title. I figured I'd just keep using it till I place.
From Now Till April by Bill Kaman 1/21/08
I’m sitting by this RIVER
Waiting for my SOUTHERN GIRL
Don’t know if she’s coming
Or if she’s left this world
She is my ADDICTION
I love her more than life
She is my CANDY
So I DIVORCED my wife
And the NEON sign
Keeps on flashing
In my mind
Can’t help but wonder
What it’s saying
This time
I’m off to the CARABBIAN
Lots of BLONDS down that way
If I ever get my fill
I may come back SOMEDAY
You know it’s not a HARD LIFE
Drinking on the beach
I hope the WIND will blow my southern girl
Back within my reach
And the neon sign
Keeps on flashing
In my mind
Can’t help but wonder
What it’s saying
This time
I’m sitting by this river
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Cool. Wonder who else will put all the topic words together. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | O.k., let me get the rules straight. Some lyrics that incorporate these key words, set to some original music? That all? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Tonight's topic is Southern Girl.
That's pretty well covered in that tune.
Neon is pretty well covered too.
The others are a stretch, but I've seen tunes place that had no "close" relation to the topic. My addiction song is posted somewhere else here on the OFC, the 12 Frets of GAS. You have to keep in mind that the judges are usually people who have not been to these before. That way they're fresh, but often clueless and sometimes quite drunk since they drink for free. They can be guests at the B&B or people who just show up.
I always keep in mind that there is only one thing more amature that us performing, and that's the judges. Win, place or show is nice for the recognition, but the real fun is in just doing it and seeing the crowd reaction. If people get too competitive about it it's not fun anymore, especially for them. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Here's one for all the divorced guys in the audience....
If I blew my brains out on a windy day
Would you stand down wind
Just to feel the spray?
'Cause you - seem to suck the life
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Location: Bluffton, SC | "You have to keep in mind that the judges are usually people who have not been to these before. That way they're fresh, but often clueless and sometimes quite drunk since they drink for free."
Where do Schroed and I apply? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by fillhixx:
Here's one for all the divorced guys in the audience....
If I blew my brains out on a windy day
Would you stand down wind
Just to feel the spray?
'Cause you - seem to suck the life
Right out of me..... Gee Phil....you giving away our "wind" lyrics before we even finish ;) |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | There's no shortage of lyrics. Just time and inspiration. (though inspiration is HIGHLY over-rated)
Just have to slog through two more verses of the thing I sent you. There's a couple other ideas. But I like to have an ending before I start the beginning.
if you don't know where you're going
Any road will take you there
George Harrison
Got a boring meeting tonight. Maybe I'll write while I pretend to scan my copy of Roberts Rules of Order.... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I thought you seemed fairly normal for a Canadian. That sounds a bit morbid. You sure you're alright? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Well, I could almost see this one coming. I get called first(kiss of death) and it's no problem, I can play this for the next 10 weeks.
I get second.
Good thing I have a song for next week. After that I may take a few off and work on Wind. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Congrats Beal...great lyrical ideas! |
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| Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
I get second. Good thing I have a song for next week. After that I may take a few off and work on Wind. Sweet, congrats! Need some chili for that "wind" work? |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
fairly normal for a Canadian. That's an oxymoron.
I just liked the visceral nature of the first line and wondered where it would lead. |
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Location: south east Michigan | I have two verses I'm happy with and a good idea where I want it to go with it.
No music yet but I'm trying to keep the syllables in some kind of rythmic order.
I look at Bill's lyrics and admire the sparsity of verbage. Everything I try to write seems kinda wordy.
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Slipkid, 3 sheets to the wind..
Slipkid, stumblin round the hall
Man's that Slipkid having a ball
Everybody now! |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | . . . just take out every other word, Bradley |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | The fewer the words the easier it is to sing and get good phrasing. Too many and you stumble over your tongue and guitar parts. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Originally posted by Slipkid:
I look at Bill's lyrics and admire the sparsity of verbage. Everything I try to write seems kinda wordy.
Which I'm sure comes as no surprise to OFC members. Uh oh...here comes the Amelia Manifesto... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Weaser P:
Uh oh...here comes the Amelia Manifesto... Didn't her plane disappear in the '50s and she was never heard from again :p |
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Location: south east Michigan | Good advice Beal.
I'm trying to keep that in mind. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Imagine yourself hesitating a milisecond before you start the line. If you can still pull it off you're OK. If it results in a Train Wreck, you got too many words. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Okay, Here is the line-up for the Miami (Attic)Room at the Inn: Myself; Beggin JM; Wabbit, Tim in Tidewater; and Omaha...thats all we have room for...If this list is not correct contact me asap...I have the room reserved from Wed. thru Sat. night; Here is what the Florida Inn web site says about the room:
This one large bedroom unit is located on the third floor in the attic space with the ceiling falling to 4 foot walls. It has a king bed and two twin trundles (a total of 5 beds) and can easily sleep four to six. It also has a full size crib and changing table for those traveling with a baby. The bathroom is spacious and has a separate shower and Jacuzzi tub. This is not a fancy room but is a very economical room if you need lodging for multiple guests. Begging and I have spoken for the king size, others might want to claim your spot...First come first served so they say....
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Just curious...
What is the largest OFC thread of all time.
I have to bet that ultimately it will be this one.
We are over 600+ and you know the activity is going to pick up considerably as we get closer to March.
Any of our "Vault" experts want to venture in the realm of the unkown to find the longest OFC thread (or is this already it :eek: :eek: :eek: ) |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | I'm good with one of the trundles... |
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Location: south east Michigan | I got the words down for my "wind" song!
I'm afraid it came out a little bit country sounding. It's about love, dispare, and redemption.
It feels like I got the right amount of syllables in the right place but I'm sure it will need a tweek here and there.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Remember what Beal said, The Judges know less than the contestants.
(and drink free)
(so you can't bribe 'em with drinks.)
(try the coconut bra)
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Not always. Sometimes they know what's going on.
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Location: closely held secret | Dibs on the other trundle. |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Relax guys. Once I start snoring I'm going to have the whole room to myself. |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Hmmm. Top floor room. I wonder if the windows open far enough to get a body through... Not mine. |
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Location: closely held secret | Well. Maybe mine then, by the fourth night.
I'll probably try the pillow technique first though. I'll have to get volunteers to help hold you down. |
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Location: NJ | "Volunteers"???
. . by the fourth night, you'll be able to hold a lottery . . . |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | How are the wind songs coming? I haven't started mine yet. |
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Location: Tennessee | I think I'll do mine on the plane in. Three chords and the truth. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Up for grabs.
Structure; Verse, climb, chorus.
Needs one more verse, climb....
then whatever else comes to mind.
She looks so much like a classic librarian
Sipping on soda in the corner booth
You wouldn't believe she is such a contrarian
Sometime soon you're gonna see the truth
She's on a three day weekend flight
Anything happens, it'll happen tonight
When you wind her up
She goes all night long
Like an oyster gives up a pearl
When she opens up
She's a different song
The ALL AMERICAN PARTY GIRL |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Let me get this straight . . . we have to work with the following words: river, southern, girl, addition, candy, divorced, neon, Carribean, blondes, someday, hard, life, and wind?
I'm thinkin' blues. |
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Location: closely held secret | The Mermaid's calender just says "wind" and the details say "weather related". |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | NO, Only wind.
Breeze. Woosh or whatever you want to call it.
My joke song had ALL the topics from then till April.
Think Windy by the association
Think Mandolin wind by Rod Stewart
Think Phone Booth by Albert King (I'm in this phone booth baby, and the cold wind's right outside)
I got GAS but tell her it's wind, now that's a country song. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Some random thoughts ...
"Roses are Red"
"Violets are Blue"
"The Wind Blows, so why don't You"
Yes, I'm putting a lot of thought into this.
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Originally posted by Tupperware:
Some random thoughts ...
"Roses are Red"
"Violets are Blue"
"The Wind Blows, so why don't You"
Yes, I'm putting a lot of thought into this.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Ah yes, how to have a last one! |
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
How are the wind songs coming? I haven't started mine yet. For a first effort, surprisingly well.
Found 3 simple chords that can be dressed up with a little finger picking.
Then just a little work to clear up an awkard lyric or two & I'm done. I'll have time to test drive it at a few local open mics. |
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Location: Tennessee | Teacher's Pet. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Hey... If I'm goin' up against you I'll need every break I can take. |
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Location: NJ | I'll be looking down on ya' as you cross the Flah State Line
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I'm not too thrilled with airlines or flying at the moment. Besides the fact that I'm flying everyweek for work, I just had to blow 250k airline miles to get the whole family to a wedding in California in July. What a bunch of ***holes the airlines are. 50k miles PER ticket in coach!
I wanted to use the miles to take the family to Hawaii, but there are about 3 days all year that aren't blacked out or have seats left. Oh well.
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Location: south east Michigan | Right there... ya got the subject for your song! |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | 'The Wind Blows Off Your Wings.'
'Years Above The Ground'
'Downwind and Lonely'
'Airmiles Blow' |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I don't know if such an angry song would appeal to the judges. Didn't Beal say it had to be "clean"? |
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Location: NJ | No.
Just YOU hadt'be clean (Damn Island Ordinances).
Just ShowerUp&Sing! |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | One shower...five people...good thing the contest is on Wednesday night.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Don't know where the thread for guitar songs went (maybe I should look for it) but the Addiction song (GAS) got me a second tonight. Had Davis and Pam play with me. The last two lines of the 4th verse got a standing Ovation, so to speak.
I need to start working on the Wind song. The answer my friend, is blowing in the wind. Been done though. That's probably one of the best wind songs ever done. |
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Location: NJ | Next to Circus Maximus, that is . . . |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | That one was pretty good too. I liked the part in the middle of the 12 string solo where the drummer switched from the cymbal to the hihat.
Bob Bruno, whatever happened to him.
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Location: Colorado | I've been away a little - sorry - the life of a high school principal. Well I'm chimin' in here..hey chimes go ding in the wind - someone steal that line...I got a great (bad) song written - but I'm catching the redeye on Wed night now - I'll start the bidding at a buck for dibs on my song - I am still getting in - in time for the OFC Amelia Island Almost Open...but no song writers contest for me...bummer. Here is the guitar song thread Beal...I dug a little but its hanging around on the second page - needed the titles for a student's project... http://www.ovationfanclub.com/cgi-bin/ubb/non-cgi/ultimatebb.php?ub...
Hey Beal - what time is Tee Off time? Professor and StephentT - you flying the redeye on Tuesday night? Colorado will be well- represented...I know where my clubs are...I gotta find my guitar though.
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Location: NJ | never mind, . . . JJW just came back t'me . . .
I gotta' find a copy o'that . . . . |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
How are the wind songs coming? I haven't started mine yet. I have started mine...seems to be coming together: now that all my work is FINISHED ( :D ) for the past two semesters, I can find some time to devote to it.
And Jim, we'll have to schedule shower times I guess..."Improvise and Adapt" is the Marine Corps way...lol!
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Location: south east Michigan | Stonebobbo, Wabbit, Cliff, and now the prolific songwriting journyman MusicMike. Then there are the "unknowns" that I've yet to meet. The think the Mermaid is in for quite a night. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I started with something bluesy, then it quickly turned into Raggae. If the composition competition is Wednesday, I'm out. I'll be on the same red eye with Mark. There may be a few others coming from the west who are also connecting on that flight. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
If the composition competition is Wednesday, I'm out. If you can't make it, can I use your song ??? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | My redeye is Tuesday night so guess I will be the only Coloradan representin.... |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | How many are planning on playing a song?
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Location: Phoenix AZ | OK. 27 pages into this thread and I realise I haven't even booked a flight yet. I know I booked a room. When IS this darn thing again ???
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Location: closely held secret | Next week. |
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Location: Tennessee | I'll play a song. Is there a chickenwire cage we perform in? |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Official protest: The song topic stinks.
I'm gonna have to come for a month. The previous weeks "SOMEDAY", "HARD LIFE", "BLONDE".
Now THOSE are topics I could write something about. WIND? WTF kind of topic is THAT ???
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | How many are planning on playing a song?
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Hey, I just realized that Bill is asking because maybe there are too many of us and it will disrupt the regulars.....
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Dave, write a song about hard life and just mention wind in the first or last line. It's not that hard. Play your uke and you're guaranteed not to win anything, it worked last time. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | OK, to tell the truth, when I told Joe that people were coming back early for the contest he specifically asked "Is that guy coming with the uke again? I liked him" |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Innkeepers are good salespeople (meaning good liars) :p
Tell 'em what they want to hear........ |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Just tell him about Temp's hotel room...
That'll cure his admiration in a hurry.
Might also be a basis for your song, Dave.
"Gone Like The Wind" |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by BluesSailor:
NOT Too! NOT Three... |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | There's a wind blowing
not one, not two, not three
There's a wind blowin'
not him, not you, not me
see how easy it is.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Thanks for tha lyrics Beal. I'll see what I can do!
Watch out Darby. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | there's a wind that'as blowing'
starts at one, swells to two, wails at three,howls at four
And folks there's one more
But before the wind pushes down that door it's time we RAN
not one, not two, but all threeofus
run to breat the wind
beggin jim , g8rbait, tupperwaerpie plate
you cn take it from there............ |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Don't pi$$ upwind cause
your 3 sheets to the wind
and the wind it is a blowing
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Put me in the probably not column... someone's got to keep an eye on Jim (Beggin, that is). I am working on some lyrics though... it was pretty windy here yesterday - some inspiration! |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | CL, ifin's I gots ta get on stage and make an arse outa myself, so do you! :p |
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| Beggin' - here's one for you and CL ;)
(12-bar blues in your favorite key; first pass; feel free to add/edit)
Malibu Blues
There's a mean wind blowin'
Screamin' down them hills
There's a hot wind comin'
Howlin' down them hills
Old Santa Anna
She's out to get some thrills
There's smoke and fire
Racin' down to the sea
There's smoke and fire
Tearin' down to the sea
Old Santa Anna
She's comin' after me
(instrumental riffs)
Got my Beemer outside
Can't decide what to pack
Got my Beemer outside
All my stuff's in a sack
My Oscar's on the front seat
My chihuahua's in the back
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | N’ere wind, rain nor fire
will ever make me tire
of doin’ the dirty limbo
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Originally posted by Jimbo:
CL, ifin's I gots ta get on stage and make an arse outa myself, so do you! Ok big boy... I'm up for it if you are :eek: |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I'm in if u are Mike, how bad can we be? :eek: :o :rolleyes: ;)
No comments necessary from tha peanut gallery (as if that will stop ya). |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | How many are planning on playing a song?
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Yes, I am! |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Music, come join me early Tuesday before the event, ...uhhh....apparently I have to write (and sing) a "wind" song Wednesday night at tha "open mike" night (SOME HELP IS NEEDED PLEASE!!!!!).....hahahahhahaahahaahahaha.......reminds me of what dear 'ol Dad used to say..."Be careful what cha axe for". |
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Location: Atlanta, GA. | I once wrote a song about sailin' into the wind.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I've been tacking and jibing for years. This reminded me that I've got to do some repairs on the catamaran this winter. Sheets, halyards, cleats, shrouds, boom, rudder, etc. I knew most of the lingo. |
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Sounds like you need a "hull" new boat!
somebody stop me... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | I have officially cleared the way for the week off from work and classes....SWMBO is taking vacation to watch the kids (I'm gonna owe her big time); the song is coming along nicely; the golf clubs are ready; Caddy is ready for the road trip; Guitars have been picked for travel; All is good! Boy oh Boy, this is gonna be good!
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Location: south east Michigan | Nice play on words there Bill.
I'll reveal my title for now, but not my lyrics.
Look What The Wind Blew In |
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Just ask the front desk for my room number.
I'll be registered under the name... Dave Witco. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Problem: Being able to hear my own guitar in a classroom type setting. During Matt's clinic at the last tour there came a time when he would say.. "Okay... you play that". Suddenly 18 guitars and Tuppy's uke would start plinking away.
Solution: I'm gonna bring my 9 volt powered Fender amp and a set of cheap, loose fitting headphones. That way I can be sure that the feeble attempts I hear are from my own guitar.
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Location: south east Michigan | True...
But fear not fellow students.
When headphones are plugged in the massive speaker system cuts out. |
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Location: NJ | There's gotta' be sumthing that'll let you do it thru yer iPod . . .
Brad does raise a good point, that in some of the past classroom experiences we had, a roomFUL of Ovations (especially a SlotHead(or2) CAN be a fairly Noisy Roomful of Gits (in more ways than one) . . . we'll have t'be somewhat cognizant of that . . . |
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Location: south east Michigan | I don't own a i-pod.
But come to think of it, maybe the ZoomH2 would work.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | there are only 4 slotheads available...unless someone brings one |
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Location: NJ | not on an airplane, I'm not . . .
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Qs 8 and 10 are here, 8 is available to someone else. |
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Location: closely held secret | "Only" 4?
I'll take what I get. Beggars can't be choosers, and I seriously doubt I need to worry about 'getting stuck' with a crappy guitar.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Hey now.....I put dibs on Q8 about 15-20 pages back when Bill first posted the list and asked who wanted what.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | No prob, Stephen. I'm with the Wabbit. There wwon't be any duds in this group and I'll be happy with whatever is passed my way. I will have the Traveler with me as a spare and if the noise is problematic, I'll use it with earphones. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Well, multiple days multiple guitars.
I would be surprised if I had the same guitar the whole week.
I plan on trying out a few over the course of the festivities!
I really want to hear a comparison between Q10 & Q8. |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | I was looking at bringing the OFC wideneck, 47RI, UTE, USA deep bowl doubleneck and maybe the Fud too if someone has a round hole desire. Figured that since I'm driving, I can bring a few loaners for the folks flying.
I'm more concerned about storage/security for all these than anything else. Don't want to have to lock them in the car to keep them safe...I know how warm it can get in March in Florida!
Beal, do we have that covered with Mike's store?
Also, what the parking issue look like?
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Location: Parrish, FL | My inventory covers some of the same as Tim's.
I'll have a FUD for sure plus the UTE and 1537 if I still have them.
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| Since I'm driving I can bring a few, including a Tak if anyone wants to try it out - 'tho I'm hoping to come back with an extra one if things work out ;) :D |
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Location: south east Michigan | Now I'm thinkin'.
Do I bring my own guitar or not.
Wood or graphite... I don't care but if I'm going to be spending that much time playing, I might prefer to have my own familiar set-up. Low action and light (but not crazy /stupid light) strings.
Then there is the thing about being responsible for someone elses axe.
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Interesting observation Brad
I know for me, I prefer my own over someone else's stuff...just feels right
I don't stress the someone else playing it part. They are just pieces of wood and plastic, can be repaired or replace. I have them insured. I'll take friendship over that any day :) |
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Location: closely held secret | I am hoping there'll be one or two of these Taks I hear so much about.
Originally posted by Slipkid:
Now I'm thinkin'. As opposed to say, an hour ago?
Originally posted by Slipkid:
Then there is the thing about being responsible for someone elses axe. I have no idea what you mean by this... |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Don't sweat the petty things,
Don't pet the sweaty things...
1. You can enjoy a guitar all night long.
2 You don't have to wine and dine guitars.
3. A guitar will wait in the car while you go and play golf.
4. When your guitar goes flat, you tune it out.
5. Guitars are never late.
6. A guitar doesn't get jealous when you grab another guitar.
7. Sore fingers heal.
8. guitars jump in your lap without a fight.
9. When you go to OFC gathering, you can always pick up a guitar.
10. guitars never have a headache.
11. After you've had a guitar, the guitar is still worth what you paid.
12. A guitar won't get upset if you come home and have another guitar.
13. If you play a guitar right, you'll always get good head.
14. A good guitar plays easy.
15. You can have more than one guitar in a night and not feel guilty.
16. You can share a guitar with your friends.
17. A guitar is always wet.
18. guitars doesn't demand equality.
19. You can have a guitar in public.
20. A guitar doesn't care when you come home.
21. If you change guitars, you don't have to pay alimony.
22. You can't catch social diseases from a guitar.
23. A guitar is always satisfying.
24. A guitar gets lighter the longer you hold it.
25. A guitar won't tell you its pregnant for fun.
26. A guitar does not come with in-laws. (present company excepted)
27. No matter what the package, a guitar still looks good.
28. All you have to do to get over a guitar is buy another.
29. guitars doen't complain about farting.
30. You are never embarrassed about the guitar you bring to a party. (taylors excepted)
31. Its okay to leave a party with a different guitar than the one you brought.
32. guitars won't drive you to drink.
33. You don't need a license to live with a guitar.
34. A tree is good enough for a guitar.
35. A guitar doesn't care how much you earn.
36. guitars won't complain about your choice of vacation--it goes along happily.
37. A guitar doesn't care if you go to sleep right after you've had it.
38. A guitar is happy to ride in the trunk of your car.
39. You never have to promise to respect a guitar in the morning.
40. You can put all your old guitars together in one room and they won't fight. |
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Location: south east Michigan | I guess I'll bring one of my own.
Hopefully it can be a carry on and find room in the front cabin closet.
Tim... It will probably be the UTE so check with me before you load up. Might save you a little room.
But you can bet I'm gonna test drive everything I can possibly get my hands on. |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Sounds like a winner, you can teach me a couple chords and maybe how to sing ;) |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Brad, I understand feeling comfortable with your own guitar but I have played 4-5 Utes and they all play basically the same. Since there will be several in attendance, why would you want to carry along another?
Just a thought. |
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Location: south east Michigan | There ya go.
Ya got me thinkin' again.
Rules of Life:
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Location: 6 String Ranch | parking is no problem. Good idea to leave the guitars in your room over night, I'm not lugging everything back and forth everyday. I'll do that in the beginning and end.
Mike's store will have plenty of strings for restringing, his prices are reasonable. His cigars are good too.
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Location: Colorado | I'll bring the only guitar I've really played for years |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Big night at the Mermaid tonight. Darby won second. I didn't have a song.
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| Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
Big night at the Mermaid tonight. Darby won second. I didn't have a song.
There were two singer/songwriters. go Darby... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
Big night at the Mermaid tonight. Darby won second. I didn't have a song.
There were two singer/songwriters. Better than finishing last :D |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | People coming is Wed, work on your songs. We can meet downtown and go get some dinner somewhere, sort it out as we go.
Thursday again we'll get something, maybe eat at O'Kanes, the irish bar if they're serving dinner. That way we're in place for Davis and Pam who start at 8:30 and go till 1:00. Anyone is welcome to sit in
Friday I'm thinking about the Crab trap. Anyone in the group had and like crabs? They have an upstairs area that could be quarenteened off for us. Dinner is part of the fee, get your own drinks. There is a mini stage so we can bring some guitars. I chose fish since Cliff is a vegeteriblian. They have chicken and steak too. Real good cheese grits, fried shrimp and scallops, had them last night
Saturday We'll probably just eat at the Florida house, same deal on food and drinks(Fri and Sat lunch too). Matt will be playing there and will be a great show.
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Location: south east Michigan | Man-O-Man....
I sure am glad I squeaked in under the wire on this one. I'd be goin' nuts sitting on the sidelines.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I'm catching the Tuesday night redeye so will be arriving on the island around 8:00 - 9:00 am Wednesday morning.
Think the owner will let us check in early if the room is available or will we have to camp out in the lobby or on the porch? |
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Location: south east Michigan | I'll be getting in about 11 / 11:30-ish.
If we're early we can just sit on the corner, open up the guitar cases and see if we can catch enough cash to pay for dinner. Or maybe make bail. |
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"A mans reach should exceed his grasp,
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Originally posted by fillhixx:
"A mans reach should exceed his grasp..." A meditation on the BeerBelly... |
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Location: closely held secret | Good, you guys will have everything ready by the time I get there. About 4-5 depending on whether the road crew is punctual at JAX. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Tell Joe you're getting in early, I'm sure they can make some sort of accomodations.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Bill, we can be civilized on occasion.
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| Best Ball is my game! (thats Golf talk!) Jesus you guys are perverted. I have no game off the fairway with irons?? infact I plan to have a set of woods made for me as I can snap a ball up with my 5 wood better than a 9 iron. I have a drive that is usually the "Best Ball" but that's it the rest of my game is for crap! I am below average on the greens as well. Somehow I got real good at hitting the green from a sand trap though?? Go figure.
Wish I could make the trip, I want to meet all of you guys, oddly enough the only person I have met from this forum is Kim.... that went well enough so I am willing to take a chance on the rest of you idiots!
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| I've tried to do that! You actually can and it is the funnyiest thing to see when it is done right!
Hey I am a hacker, if I can't have fun playing why would I bother to go at all. Right? I don't have time to improve my game, I am trying to figure out these dam guitars in my free time! And I hav'nt got all that much free time anymore.
Forgot about this movie.......I always was partial to "Tin Cup" myself.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Buying golf clubs can be worse than buying guitars. When I picked the game back up after years of layoff, a guy gave me a "free" swing analysis and tried to sell me an offset driver to correct my slice. I told him I'd rather correct the problem with my swing and besides I had just paid $76 for these new clubs at a garage sale. I'm glad I didn't buy the offset clubs, because now I've fixed the slice. I can hook or slice at random. I am an amazing golfer--amazingly inconsistent. I wish we had driving ranges with covered tee boxes like they have over in Oregon. I'd be out spraying golf balls right now. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | yeah, people do get into buying clubs. Never bit me. I still have the same set I've had for 15 years. Different drivers and wedges but the same clubs |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by cliff:
Found out Friday that Witko & I are flying into Jax three rows apart on the SAME plane . . . "We're very sorry Mr. Doenges but we can't seem to fit your valuable slothead guitar into the coat closet. It'll have to get checked and go in the luggage hold. Looks like the coat closet has already been claimed by a ukulele."
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Who's the Weatherman? |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Just remember, Dave - even if you should overflow THAT terlet, I would still think twice before climbing out THAT window. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Climbing-out?
Pushed, more likely... |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Did you ever do a "mercy flush" on a plane? Oh my goodness ... the vacuum of the flush sucks your package about 24 inches down the hatch! Trust me, you do NOT want to try it. Stand up first, THEN flush.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Now was it like this all three times or just the first? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | That explains it then.
When you're down at the clinic remein me to tell you the story about when we had to do a lav service on a commercial flight. Gives a new meaning to the word jet blue. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Hey, give us some credit here. We held out for 32 pages ...
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Deja Vu? I get the strangest feeling we've been here before or at least nearby...
Beal, remind me to tell you and Dave the story of the bus lav. flush at the National Zoo back in the day when we're at Amelia...(and to those astute individuals who may be saying "you can't flush a bus lav.", Au contraire!
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Is it just me, or is anyone else startin to get real excited? |
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| Originally posted by Beggin:
Is it just me, or is anyone else startin to get real excited? So excited you lost part of your name? :D |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | uhhh...so many Jim's even I get confused....ummmm, less is more....ahhh, tha shorter, tha better...
I am still excited, and you g8r?!
BTW: Give tha fam my regards, it tool a whole weekend to get your son to smile at me, but if ya act tha fool enough.......
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| Originally posted by Beggin:
...I am still excited, and you g8r?!... Wishin' it was here already! Got 2 songs worked up for Wednesday night, guess I'll decide which one when I'm about to go on. My first public performance in 25 years, more nervousness than excitement right now!
...it tool a whole weekend to get your son to smile at me, but if ya act tha fool enough...... That was a pity smile after I told him you were a Clemson fan ;) :p |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Elgin, elgin, elgin......Buffalo chips...if ya know what I mean!
g8r, tha, PITY, smile was meant for SWMBO and those that are influenced by her wayward loyalities...I mean, really, is she a gamecock (emphasis on lower case) or a gator (again, emphasis on lower case)....your son is Brilliant...he will make a FINE engineer!! Go Tigers!!!! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Now we're talking about college sports!?!?!
You know, in the south this is quite often a more important subject than religion.
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Cloudy & 65 degrees on the Island today.
Let's hope it is just a little better in 4 weeks. As opposed to, say, mostly cloudy and 21 degrees in MI? ;) |
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Location: NJ | Goin' GolfShoe shopping this weekend, and me & a couple of co-workers are gonna' take some "lunches" up the road at the driving range that was featured alot in the "Sopranos" . . .
Song's almost Done.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | We'll look forward to the song.
Mine is coming real slow. I'm thinking about making it about a person writing a wind song who dies and the song never gets written.
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | My song is done (sorry for DP; not sure where to post...which thread).
Now for more papers to write...grrrrr.
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | my preference is coffee... very finely ground coffee Mine too...
I found a great blend: 60% Guatemalan and 40% Kona...my current favorite when I can't get Costa Rican...
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four weeks
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Somebody is excited.
I look at 4 weeks a little differently. Between now and then there's probably a dozen significant things that could seriously go tits-up if I don't pay attention. So need to focus on those first. As far as my song - well, I've got a three hour layover in newark to work out the melody and Cliff and I can pass notes between seats 6F and 8F on the flight to JAX to come up with some lyrics. I find that if you sing fast and mumble you can get by with pretty much any jibberish. Golf? The rule of thumb is that no matter how much you suck at it, there's always someone worse. Why sweat it. Dave |
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Location: NJ | Dave;
I'll have Beal's TakClassical in a gigbag on the plane with me . . . at least we'll have a "captive audience" t'bounce ideas off of . . .
. . wonder if that could be construed as "Terrorism"? . . .
Spent my bithday(Sunday) at Golfsmith.
Got my shooz, gluv, and a putter t'practice with.
When we moved into our TownHouse, the previous owner had left one of those PuttingPractice "mats" up in the attic.
Dragged it down & started putting it t'use . . .
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Passenger's would pull a "Flight94" on your asses... |
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Location: south east Michigan | Dave, It's not all puppies & kittens for me either.
I've got songs I want to polish up.
I need to get real comfortable with my wind song.
And most of all... I got to get ready to "solo".
For years now all my practices have been based around a duo with different guitar and vocal parts. When I play on my own it always seems like something is missing.
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Location: NJ | ". . . and in Other News . . . :
Citizens of this sleepy little Carolinian community were baffled when a classical guitar mysteriously "fell from the sky" and crashed at the intersection of State & Main . . luckily, no one (on the ground) was injured . . . " |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by cliff:
". . . and in Other News . . . :
Citizens of this sleepy little Carolinian community were baffled when a classical guitar mysteriously "fell from the sky" and crashed at the intersection of State & Main . . luckily, no one (on the ground) was injured . . . " ...Police have been unable to identify the two bodies accompanying the guitar, due to the extreme amount of mutilation. Broken pieces of what are referred to as 'sporks' were found in some of the wounds. According to the autopsy report, "Could'a been chicken, could'a been fish. Hard to tell"... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | "Could'a been chicken, could'a been fish. Hard to tell"...
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | When we moved into our TownHouse, the previous owner had left one of those PuttingPractice "mats" up in the attic.
Dragged it down & started putting it t'use . . .
. . . the cats LOVE it. Cliff, the more thay shred it the more it becomes like the real deal: like practicing to putt from the fringe...but, if they're using it for the litter box, well....thats another problem entirely! Doubtful you'd have those same conditions at Amelia... |
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Location: NJ | Nothing destructive . . .
. . . they just like to "lie in wait" and pounce on the balls before they drop into the cup . .
When they start t'become annoying, I put a little "English" on the ball . . . then they get the "message" . . . |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I wonder if Beal will bring some cats to tha course?
Cliff, we are waitin on pics of tha new shoes...somethin in a nice -8 maybe?! |
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Location: NJ | Non-descript white Callaways . . . sorry.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | You guys are having way too much fun with this already and there's still a month to go. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by cliff:
(I think the gators provide natural CatControl) sidebets anyone? ;) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by cliff:
If you've never "been", . . don't knock it . . . I'm not knocking it, I'm just jealous. |
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Location: NJ | C'mon Mark . . we can "squeeze" y'in . . . |
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Location: south east Michigan | Yeah.. c'mon Mark.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Slipkid:
Yeah.. c'mon Mark.
A couple days in Florida will do wonders for clearing all those ambulance exhuast fumes from your head. Originally posted by cliff:
(rimshot/cymbal) Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Ouchie. and that my friends is just a small dose of why this Florida hubbub will be outstanding..... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Now I'm glad I won't be there. Thanks, guys. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Don't apologize for genius. :p |
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Location: south east Michigan | Well... sometimes there can be a fine line between genius and smart-ass.
The internet chat format can get a little tricky at times. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It wasn't a line I haven't heard a million times, so it didn't penetrate my hide. On the other hand, I don't think it approached the genious level. I was thinking the other end of the spectrum. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Okay... so... do you now owe me an apology?? :confused:
edit... On second thought lets just move along folks... nothing to see here.
I'll just chalk it up to the Cheratussin (Codine Cough medicine) I'm on. As Mr. Wong. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I was just thinking about how close we were coming to the "be nice to each other" line and whether we had crossed it. Your apology was unnecessary and I hope you know I was just kidding too.
You're still welcome to come out and try to chase me down a ski slope anytime. I won't call an ambulance for you if you hurt yourself, though. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Like I said... the internet can be a little tricky.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Ditto, Brad, except for that cocoanut bra image that keeps popping into my head. Bring your son out to the NW gathering at Miles' place. Tell him my daughter should be there. Don't tell him that her boyfriend lives in the Seattle area. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | I just locked in the Crab Trap restaurant for Friday night. We have the upstairs back room, will hold up to 60 and we'll only be 35 or so. This place has a full bar. I got the food, you all figure out how you'll work the drink tabs. We can get a little PA and bring some guitars if we feel like it, you know, pretend we're musicians. |
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Location: Colorado | Gotta get back on topic here...it is a guitar forum...so back to golf and toilet jokes...possible song title guys - my guitar is in the wind... |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | ah....the trebuchet song!! |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | takes a lickin and keeps on pickin...not! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I predict this guitar thread will hit 1000 posts before it is all said and done....
if not before the event, then for sure after as we talk about all the fool things we did (or didn't). |
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Location: closely held secret | Only 147 to g... sorry, 146 now... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Wabbit;
Beggin and I are picking you up at JAX at 3:45 on Wed; right? (just makin sure)... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Just in time to meet me in the bar for afternoon refreshments! :cool: |
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Location: closely held secret | Yeah, Mike, that sounds close. Thanks for remembering!
Delta's schedule says 3:48. As it is now, I don't plan to have any checked luggage, so it shouldn't take me too long to get out. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Somewhere I'll need to get the list of guitars people wanted to use refreshed. I know Q8 and Q10 are spoken for and #2500 for Al. Those of you who are driving I remember have said you're bringing what you want but the fliers will need instruments. I need to be reminded when you're getting in, especially the ones that will need a guitar for Wednesday night.
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Location: closely held secret | I think I called the Tak360, but I'm confident anything there will be worth playing. Beggers can't be too choosy.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | yeah, I remember that you wanted the BG. got it. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I also think the golf assignments need to be revisited. I volunteered to fill in the last foursome, but then Mark (elginacres) wasn't accounted for. He has first dibs and I can certainly pass if I end up being the 17th. Just point me in the direction of the Qs. |
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Location: closely held secret | Thanks, Bill!
Prof, we need to find some time Thursday to ride scooters, too!  |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | OK here's the summary. Let me know what needs to be changed.
Tried to post it here but it didn't work. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | AmeliaMatt
Name arrival guitar sing/song golf
profBB Th ? no no
Mike Ward Wed no yes yes
Jeff W Th no no no
S28 Wed Q8 yes yes
Elgin Th ? no ?
Cliff Wed Q10 yes yes
Bobbo Wed ? ? yes
Waskel Wed BG ? yes
Omaha Wed no ? no
Alpep ? ` #2500 ? no
Beggin Wed no no yes
Crimson Wed ? no yes
Blues Sailor Th #61 no no
Mitchrx ? ? ? no
Witko Wed no yes yes
Slipkid Wed 1984? Yes no
G8R Wed no yes no
Zilla ? no ? ?
Tim Tidal Wed no no yes
Connie Boyle ? ? ? yes
Guitar store mike no no no
Mike Howerton no yes on
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Me:
Arrival - Wed (driving)
Guitars - Bringing some
Sing/Song - Maybe
Golf - Yes - bringing clubs |
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Location: closely held secret | Bill, you can change mine to Waskel Wed BG yes yes (finally got the pesky song done!) |
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| Uncah Beal, even tho' I'm bringin' some gits, can I purty please play #35 at some point (not fer slide, of course!)? :) Oh yeah, wouldn't mind tryin' out another coupla blues numbers on the 2080D again ;) |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I'm arriving first thing Thursday morning, same flight as Mark. I'll join the group for golf if you need a 16th to cover a final foursome, but someone may need to wake me up for the back nine. I know Mark intends to play golf, so I don't think I'm needed. I'll need a guitar, cutaway preferable, lighter strings and low action icing on the cake. |
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Location: Carle Place, NY | OK Beal, here's my info:
Arriving Thursday at JAX 4:17 via JetBlue. Anyone else coming in around that time?
I'm not bringing a guitar. I'll use any guitar that you, or some other nice member, will graciously provide.
I don't have a "wind" song to perform.
THANK YOU Beal for everything that you've done to make this happen. |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | If you don't have a wind song, does that mean your passing wind? :p |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Sorry for being out of the loop...I'm probably coming in Thursday evening (TBD). What's this about a "wind song"? |
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Location: NJ | If you're coming in Thurs, y'don't need t'worry 'bout it . . . |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | G8R, no problem use anything you want.
I don't remember if Elgin wanted to use 35 but there are others.
You're coming up Wednesday, correct? with a Wind song? |
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Location: Omaha, NE | Originally posted by cliff:
If you're coming in Thurs, y'don't need t'worry 'bout it . . . Is this the open mic on Wednesday thing? That's good. Otherwise I'd have to start eating broccoli like a mad man. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Guess this is as good a place to announce this as any:
My 87C-5 is coming back home! :D
So, I'll bring that if someone wants to use it Wed. night or later...those that know the guitar will vouch: it's killa!
Mucho Gracias to my Texas buddy! You know who you are!
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Location: closely held secret | Congratulations, Mike!
...I didn't even know it had been away... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | One of the three I sold to fund the 08C...Thanks to a fine OFC member, it turned out to be more of a loan I suppose: anyway, they respected that I have a history with this black one...it's family! It belongs to my son: his sister has the 82C. Part of their inheritance!
Check the Drool please! lol |
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Location: closely held secret | I'd like to try it if you bring it - just to see how it compares to mine. That black looks very classy!
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| Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
You're coming up Wednesday, correct? with a Wind song? Indeed I am, on both counts. Short drive for me. What time at the Mermaid? |
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| Originally posted by stephent28:
Then I guess I'm gonna have to bring one to... Ya dang well better, I ain't changin' my sig! ;) |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Beal,
update for ya.
Arrivin Wed.
bringin my own git
still workin on a song (is there a deadline for a definate answer?)
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Location: Colorado | Beal: I'm coming in Thursday (very early), I will bring a guitar, the song is a day late - so no - and golf is yes.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Deadline for the song? 5 minutes before you go up to sing it. |
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Location: Atlanta, GA. | I can hear the staff of the Mermaid now...
"Look what the wind blew in"! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Attendees please check the chart at the top of the board that hopefully covers everything from golf to guitars to arrivals and S/S. Let me know any corrections/changes.
Thanks.
Bring a slide. I have a few and Matt will have some but if you have a favorite, bring it. Everything else we got covered here, Mike got his string orders in recently so he's got plenty of strings and cigars.
Also Bring note books or writing paper or whatever you want to use to remind yourself what went down.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | For those of us who can't make it Wednesday evening, will there be another time to share our wind songs? |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
For those of us who can't make it Wednesday evening, will there be another time to share our wind songs? I think there's three adjacent stalls in the Frisky Mermaid mens room. We can meet there.
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Location: NJ | It's seems that whenever we have a "sizeable" OFC get-together, it always ends up in the Men'sRoom w/Witko . . . oftimes in various forms of undress . . .
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| away from Tupp's toilet habits for a moment - speaking of straps, Al do you think the OFC straps on order now might be ready before Amelia? |
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Location: NJ | If I bring my GigBag (which I "plan" on doing), it'll have four straps in it.
3 Levy's padded leather w/StrapLox on 'em (for O's), and one softer Levy's suede w/o StrapLok.
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Location: nyc area | Just to let you guys know, I'm heading to germany to work on a new cd and perform at MusikMesse for Kaman/FMIC... I'll try to post from there... see you guys in Amelia... I'm also bringing my Chop Shop books if anyone want one... |
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Location: south east Michigan | Have a good trip Matt!
I am sooooo geeked for this.
Now that I'm feeling better today will have some serious practice time and some time spent organizing my song book.
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Location: closely held secret | Yes, but do it anyway.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Lots of new info added at the FAQ website for this event.
Amelia Matt FAQ |
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I'd just love to come home with a "Frisky Mermaid" logo t-shirt.
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C'mon Brad, it's just a t-shirt! :p |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | From the Amelia River Golf Club website:
"Amelia River consists of 18-holes of challenging golf where ball control and accuracy are keys to a great game."
Ball control and Accuracy, oh no! :eek:
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Info for those golfing - The Have A Dress Code !!!
No denim or cargo shorts. Shirts must have sleeves and a collar.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by stephent28:
... Bet the shorts can't be more than an inch above the knee! DARN IT...
They don't allow demin. I'm going to have to replan my golf attire.
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Location: big island | Originally posted by Tupperware:
Originally posted by lanaki:
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Location: big island | looks like a bird did a number in that photo too, wabbit. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Thank You... Thank You... Thank You
Thank You... Thank You... Thank You
Thank You... Thank You... Thank You
Thank You... Thank You... Thank You
Thank You!!
I'm just startin' to learn how to fly under the radar around here and THAT would have been a severe setback. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | ...after checking the golf pairings...if the groups go in order...I am afraid that Dave is playin in front of us...I can see that keepin my head down to hit tha ball won't be a problem :eek: :eek: :eek:
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There's something just not right about this photo: where's the uke?
lol, Wabbit, you're good!
This is going to be a great get-together!
Beal, again: you da man! |
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Location: south east Michigan | Please, please, please....
There is no need to keep re-posting that pic.
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Location: south east Michigan | Alls I gots to say is that this is a hellava way to get to 1000 posts on this thread.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | That's a good ideas. Always good to have a little mileage on it before unveiling at the Frickin Mermaid. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Mrs. Slipkid said, "With all the happy things in the world, how did you decide to write about THAT!".
It's not "contemplating your navel" type of stuff. More country-ish than anything else. Love lost / Love found / Happy ending.
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Location: south east Michigan | Brad, is it 'serious' or 'frivolous'?
John... by now you should know good & well that I don't have a frivolous bone in my body. |
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Location: closely held secret | So this is a breakthrough. 'Frivolously serious'.
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Location: south east Michigan | Join with me Mark.. Pisssst-Shhhh..Pisssst-Shhhh..
And together we will rule the galaxy as Ovation Lords!! Pisssst-Shhhh.. Pisssst-Shhhh.. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Brad in a Darth Vader outfit would be less scary than him in his Fishsticks outfit. The Utes might be appropriately dark weapons.
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Location: south east Michigan | Bill.. Batton down the hatches.
Looks like you got some real weather comin' in. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Real weather!
I like that. My song turned out to be "Look what the wind blew into town" and it's all about you guys!
Yep, we're having fun now! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | OH, and I forgot to mention, I'm going to have a lap steel player on it, kinda like a David Linley sound.
The guy doing that will be out own Paul Templeman who has agreed to come to the Guitardi-Gras.
He has also agree to do a class or two in the afternoons to help Matt out, open tunings, slide or lap stell, how to run sound, or other things like this.
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Location: south east Michigan | Very excellent!
Hey...wait-a-minute here... "Look What The Wind Blew In" is my title! I guess great minds think alike. :)
I premiered my song at last nights "Folkin' Friday". As I might have said before, the crowd makeup is 80% players and 20% wives, girlfriends, and assorted family. A very, very sober & attentive crowd.
The good news is that I got some nice encouragment and feedback.
BrianT was still down with broncitos... bronkitiess... bronchituss.... a bad cold... so I had to go SOLO!! I played Pure & Easy, my Wind song, and Brandy (Your a Fine Girl).
Oh... and guess what guys!! They had a nice Cherry Burst Custom Elite LX up on the stage for people to use. Nobody used it... but it was up there.
I used my AD-II which has not been taken out much since I got the UTE.
As I was leaving a nice little old lady said.. "You're going to Amelia Island??? When you see Mort Crim, tell him Sylvia says HI." :confused: :confused: :confused:
Mort Crim is a retired local news anchor. I know what he looks like but I don't think I saw his name on our list. |
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Location: Colorado | You know - my life is weird right now - I own a few guitars, and a few golf clubs...I don't use either very much any more...and I'm traveling from Colorado to Florida to play a round of golf and take guitar lessons. I wrote a song for an event and I'm arriving a day after the event, and 2 of the other people who will be there live within a 40 minute drive of me...is this normal here? |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Elgin,
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You lost me. What are you having problems with?
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Location: SoCal | Watching this thread, I'm starting to get real sorry that I didn't sign up for this. But it just wasn't in the cards for this year.
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Location: south east Michigan | For your concideration I give you Mr. Elginacres. A man seemingly out of his time and place. A man doing things for reasons he can't explain. A man driven to activities that he does not understand. There's a sign-post up ahead. Mr. Acres expects it to say Welcome To Amelia Island. Instead it reads Welcome Mr. Acres..... to The Twilight Zone. |
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Location: south east Michigan | About the BBQ...
Dave wrote: I would suggest we take up a group collection and provide the refreshments. I take it we'll green up down there then draw straws to see who takes the cash down to the local Piggly Wiggly to get the grub... right?? |
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Location: closely held secret | I'm not sure about that, Brad... are they Piggly-Wiggly's or Wynn-Dixies? |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Originally posted by CrimsonLake:
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | WOW....now Temp is gonna be there. This is really turning into an incredible event.
THANKS BILL!
I may even blow off doing my "wind" song so that I can just sit and enjoy the music......and just submit it to the summer OFC CD that Dave will be compiling. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | The website is updated. Including the Thursday night BBQ.
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Location: south east Michigan | ***nevermind***
I'm working with woodstain and polyurathane this afternoon.
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Location: south east Michigan | And by the way.
Enough is enough!!
Get me the hell outahere!!
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Brad, that looks like a lovely spring day in Colorado! :cool: |
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Location: Colorado | Stephen - stopped by the shop on Colfax avenue - played a few axes there - youre right - he does nice work - I really liked his own personal jumbo - and what he does with mid-60s Harmonys.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | YES.....he really turns those old Harmony's into a sweet sounding guitar!
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Look what the wind blew into town
Yeah Look, what the wind blew into town
There's more guitar players, than bad dogs at the pound
Yeah look what the wind blew into town
Witko's here and he brought his uke
Cliff and Al in matching mauve suits
They're from Jersey, laugh if you choose
You'll wind up in the marsh, with cement over shoes,
Yeah look what the wind blew into town
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Location: 6 String Ranch | S-28,
You're here you have to do the song. Darby wants to hear it. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Temp is gonna be there Alright, we're having fun now!!!
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
S-28,
You're here you have to do the song. Darby wants to hear it. Now if that's not pressure, I don't know what is! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | How about I do a song by "AIR SUPPLY" instead.
That's an "air" song, right?
and I know Jeffery LOOOOOVES Air Supply cause he has sent me several emails about them! It will make the whole trip worthwhile for him.
....and it seems Cliff has a special place for them also :D |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I hear ya Mark!
Hey Bill.....since I apparently have been shamed into performing and can no longer quietly back out...
do you think you could bring the 2080D for me to play at the frisky? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | sure, 1818 strings OK?
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Thanks Bill....preciate it! |
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Location: south east Michigan | It's gotten to the point where I'm checking out what the weather is like in Amelia daily.
Anyone else?
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I am Brad....I just returned from my 30th high school reunion yesterday, and it was great to see all tha old friends, but...I am more stoked about meeting the folks from here. I have met a few attendees, from a few regional Jams, and look forward to seeing them again too!
This is going to be great!!!
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Mark, I also wrote a song and will be arriving a day late. Near as I can tell, there will be three Brads in this group. Can everybody handle it? |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
Mark, I also wrote a song and will be arriving a day late. Hey Prof, I'm struggling. Give me your song and if we win anything I'll split it with you. I'm serious !!!
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Location: south east Michigan | Hey hey hey...
FOUL! Blow the whistle, ref! :D |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | In the rules the writer doesn't have to perform the song, just has to be there.
Now in this case where they will wind up being co-writers it would be OK.
Of course that counts for Dave's song.
I finished mine yesterday, and you Brads did get a mention. |
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Location: Omaha, NE | ...and now the bad news...
I've had a schedule conflict come up, so I am out. I am massively bummed by this, but there's no getting around it.
If anyone got stuck on the outside looking in, you can have my spot.
I am seriously disappointed over this. With some luck, I'll be able to make the factory tour later this year. |
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OK Moody....a spot has opened up so you have no excuses! |
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...and Moody always has excuses... but it doesn't seem to stop him from showing up at the last minute. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by stephent28:
OK Moody....a spot has opened up so you have no excuses! DO IT. We could all be dead before the next OFC tour. This is your chance.
Dave
PS - And lord KNOWS you could use the clinic. Rumor is that Matt's gonna teach us the 4th chord. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Smooth pitch, Dave. Sometimes I wonder how you ever got a date. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Clive...
Any chance of packing yourself away in Temp's luggage??? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Clive....oh my gosh.
Now that would be special! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by Weaser P:
Smooth pitch, Dave. Sometimes I wonder how you ever got a date. His Dr. Jekyll is much more charming. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
I'm thinking about it...... Think hard, Paul.
And think fast.
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Location: NJ | Temp, Witko & I are flying into JAX on the same plane . . c'mon out here the day before & make it a "foursome" . . . |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Bummer Jeff: Some of us will miss ya...but I have this feeling that some will be too trashed to notice (just kidding)...well, maybe not...lol
Paul wrote: I'm thinking about it......
Come on Paul...Exotic places; Exotic guitars; learning at the feet of ....well at least there's that...
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by MusicMishka:
Come on Paul...Exotic places; Exotic guitars; learning at the feet of ....well at least there's that...
:D Yep. Should of quit while you were ahead, Mike.
Try this instead....
Moody! Temp's gonna be there... and he's gonna want to know why you're not. |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Originally posted by Tupperware:
I only had one date in my life and she married me. Who would have thought it ...
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Sorry you'll miss it.
Mr Moody will be in touch with you.
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Will there be any other significant others that are coming along besides my wife? |
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Location: south east Michigan | I invited Mrs. Slipkid right from the get-go.
But she decided not to go.
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Maybe G8R is bringing his wife? I thought there was another.
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you for real Mr Moody? :) |
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When are you getting in, Paul? |
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Well, . . . I'm Out . . . . |
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
"I'll be there", Moody said quietly....... Paaaaull... pssst - shhhh ...It was your destiny!
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That's good news Paul.
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Location: SoCal | Bite me Clifford...... |
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Location: closely held secret | Just had to go from absentee to first one present, didn't ya? |
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Location: south east Michigan | Now all we need is...
Kim, Weaser, Tommy, Ttenn, Strummin 12, Karen, Troy, Mark from Boise, The French guys and the German dude, and geez.. I should not have started this because I know I'm forgetting someone. |
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Location: closely held secret | Your partner. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | DOH!
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Location: south east Michigan | yikes...
and I can't edit the damn thing. |
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Location: SoCal | Rabbit, when you getting in? |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Can you say GUITAR-DI-GRAS? |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Does someone from the Wednesday crowd have an empty bed available in their room so that I can split the cost for the night?
For those not spoiling a good walk, what is on the agenda for Thursday?
I can get away and come in on Wednesday and I'd like to be there for songwriters contest, but the funds are not there for golf or splurging on a room of my own.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Did I read that Moody is coming?
OK, my bed's available. CLICK. |
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Location: SoCal | Ya know, it's a gift being able to clear out a room.... |
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Location: NJ | . . and yet you Keep On Giving. |
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Location: closely held secret | Weds, 4pm. |
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Location: SoCal | I'll try not to get us thrown out of the hotel before then..... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | AMAZING....considering how this all started!
It has gone from a clinic to an EVENT! |
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Location: SoCal | FH. Beal said to come on out, but for me not to come out to his house. All I can say is that it wasn't my fault and that all charges were eventually dropped...... |
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Location: SoCal | Who all is staying at the Florida House? |
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Location: south east Michigan | I think the easier question is who is NOT staying there.
I was lucky enough to find a BrianT look-a-like to share a room with. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
Beal said to come on out, but for me not to come out to his house. Has the restraining order been lifted yet? If not you better make plans to eat alone Thursday night. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Slipkid:
I was lucky enough to find a BrianT look-a-like to share a room with. uh... I hesitate. There's too many potential directions to go with this, and I think the decision is over my pay grade...
Weas? Jeff? Cliff? Help me out here... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Paul, I think there are a couple of people staying offsite but 90% are staying at the FH. |
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Location: NJ | Sorry, Wask . .
I don't swing at the "easy" ones . . .
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Leave it for Jeff.
He will swing at (or with) anything! |
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Location: south east Michigan | If someone's going to get in trouble for it maybe I better stop putting out the bait. |
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Location: closely held secret | ...at least chum first. To attract the big ones. |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Originally posted by Slipkid:
I think the easier question is who is NOT staying there.
I was lucky enough to find a BrianT look-a-like to share a room with. If only I had the talent! |
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Location: south east Michigan | ATTENTION: ALL INCOMING FLIGHTS TO JAX
Anyone else coming in between say, 10 am & 2 pm on Wend???
Looking to share a cab ride. |
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Location: closely held secret | Well, you could just hang out till 4 and ride with us, but you could probably walk there by then. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Does someone from the Wednesday crowd have an empty bed available in their room so that I can split the cost for the night?
Brad, I am fairly sure we can work something out...just plan to come and we'll deal with it... |
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Location: south east Michigan | 11:30 to 4 is kinda a long time to hang at the airport.
If I was bringing a guitar I could just go outside and "busk" for a while to pay my cab fair. Then again I could bring my UKE and they would pay me NOT to play. Probably get the cab fair quicker, too.
John.. I leave about 5 on Sunday. I think we could plan on sharing the ride that day at least.
Don't worry. I'll be good. |
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Location: closely held secret | I leave at 3:20. Better bring that uke... |
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Location: south east Michigan | That's still cool John.
I can burn a couple hours at the airport.
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Location: Tennessee | I am arriving at 7pm on Wednesday night. Leaving Sunday on a 3:30pm flight. If anyone is around the same time, we can share a cab ... let me know. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Slipkid, Waskel, Stonebobo for Sunday.
Sounds like a cab full to me. |
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Location: closely held secret | Looks like that should work. Bob, you bringing a guitar? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I bet we have enough leaving around the 3-6pm time frame that we will be able to arrange for a couple of cabs without people having to sit around for hours.
Maybe enough for a stretch limo. Might be cheaper. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
Hey, make room for me in that cab..... It wouldn't be an OFC event without me getting crammed into some vehicle with your elbow in my ear... |
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Location: south east Michigan | If we have to use multiple cabs, short straw rides with Moody. |
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Location: NJ | Mebbe we should have RickHall come down t'drive . . . |
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Location: south east Michigan | Or maybe Mr. Wong. |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by Slipkid:
If we have to use multiple cabs, short straw rides with Moody. I forget my deoderant one time....... |
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Location: Tennessee | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Looks like that should work. Bob, you bringing a guitar? That's the plan. |
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Location: Colorado | At the risk of being Otter - or is it Flounder -from Animal House - I will have a car....I'm coming in early Thursday - Professor has one seat in it - any other takers are welcome - I'll stay through the events Sunday - then I have to get on the road to another state - I can get anyone and their stuff who can fit to the airport - guessing I'll leave between noon and 1:00...only limitation is space - gee do I need to upgrade to a van.... |
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
March 8th
Watching this thread, I'm starting to get real sorry that I didn't sign up for this. But it just wasn't in the cards for this year. Sounds like me. One day I wasn't goin', the next day I was. Pam came up behind me and asked what was going on on the OFC. I told her about the Amelia thing and how it was going to be an event centered around instruction & education and she said, "Gee, why don't you go??".
Well, Okay dear.. if you insist.
What happened to change your mind Paul?
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Location: south east Michigan | 2 Weeks
Two Weeks
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Location: SoCal | Brad, this last weekend, I mentioned this to Jerrie and she got kinda pissed that I wasn't planning on going. Then lo and behold, on Monday morning, somebody dropped out and I was thinking about it. I got major encouragement from a guitar homo I know that lives on an island, as well as from several other OFC members (who are very very good friends --- on a side note, this board could die tomorrow, but the friends I've made will last forever). Then while I was out working on Monday afternooon and evening, Jerrie made my plane and hotel reservations.
Looks like I'm going to be there the longest, getting in Tuesday afternoon and leaving Sunday late afternoon. Then on the following Monday, it's Opening Day at Dodger Stadium. Looks like I'm taking a full week off from work.
Can't remember the last time I've done that.
Oh, and to make it almost perfect, My OFC slothead is having some minor work done on it in CT. Kim's going to ship it to Florida to meet me there..... |
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Location: Parrish, FL | It's too bad Slipkid isn't excited about this event. Think how much fun he would have if he showed even a little bit of enthusiasm.
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Location: NJ | Flight Attendant:
". . Good Morning, Mr. Durasa . . .
. . juice? . . coffee? . . tea? . . . thorazine?? . ." |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Get out much, Brad? Probably a bad case of cabin fever. Wish I was joining you. I gave it a bit of thought after a trial got postponed and Omaha dropped out, but I'm glad Paul got to fill in. I'm sure it will be as much fun as Brad hopes it will be. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
I mentioned this to Jerrie and she got kinda pissed that I wasn't planning on going. Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
Then while I was out working on Monday afternooon and evening, Jerrie made my plane and hotel reservations. Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
Looks like I'm going to be there the longest, getting in Tuesday afternoon and leaving Sunday late afternoon. Then on the following Monday, it's Opening Day at Dodger Stadium. Looks like I'm taking a full week off from work. Paul, you are a PI, right? I mean, you're supposed to be an expert in recognizing suspicious behavior? :rolleyes: :D |
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Location: SoCal | I think she's just trying to feel good about the Coach purses she and my daughter just bought, as well as going to Palm Springs to meet her best girl friend next month. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I've got some of the same going on. Guilt feelings over the new bedroom furniture and kitchen redo. Reciprocity costs way too much. I want all the guilt feelings on my side. |
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Location: closely held secret | Paul, was there a room left at FH? |
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Location: SoCal | There was when I made my reservation a couple of days ago..... |
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Location: closely held secret | Which room did you get? |
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| What you guys don't know is who's gonna spring out of the surprise cake on Friday evening. And it won't be pretty. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | . . . though, I did just buy a new Speedo. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Jeff W.
Offer for ride rescinded. :eek: :p |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | It's the Italian in me... |
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Location: closely held secret | Schroed! I like the new glasses... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Beal wrote:
That's just not right.
lol, is he playing golf? The putter.....well, never mind!
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Location: south east Michigan | Anyone see my copy of the Manifesto laying around??? ;) :D
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I'm with Beal on this one..... |
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| I won't be wearing the jock when I leap out.
Somebody could lose an eye. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Careful, Schroed, don't jump too hard. The eye you save could be your own. |
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Location: SoCal | Assuming that you've got the strength to get it into an "attack" position.... |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by Slipkid:
Anyone see my copy of the Manifesto laying around??? ;) :D
That picture really creeps me out. Hell, Schro' has always creeped me out.... |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Originally posted by cliff:
dad?? . . . Scary... that was the first thought that popped into my head as well. Even scarier ... the phone is ringing and it's... my Dad! |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Which room did you get? Milton Room. Named for Milton Bradley, I think.... |
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Location: closely held secret | Nice! |
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Location: SoCal | You know, I've had times when I've been working when I've slept in the back of a Pinto. When I'm on vacation, I've learned to stay someplace nice. It's all part of relaxing and treating yourself right.... |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | The best laid plans...
Originally, I was driving down on wednesday - with guitars, golf clubs etc.
Now it looks like I'll be in Miami on monday and tuesday for business - which means I'm flying to Miami and driving up from there on wednesday.
Bottom line - no guitars, no clubs...so Beal - I will need to rent clubs and borrow a guitar if you would be so kind.
To quote Cliff:
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Location: Parrish, FL | I'm not golfing but can bring a set of clubs.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | The rentals are $30. Not a lot and dragging a set around can be a pain.
I got you down for a set unless you trall me otherwide.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
Plenty of guitars, hope graphite is OK. Not tha graphite Beal!!!!! :rolleyes: |
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Location: south east Michigan | Has anyone heard from Designzilla???
I don't think he has checked in at all.
I want to meet this guy. He better not be trying to weasel out.
I've never met Steve but after working with him on 3 calendars I've learned that he is the consumit "Last Minute" type of guy.
Would someone down there shake the bushes please.
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Location: south east Michigan | Great... Thanks.
Tell 'em I'm looking' for 'em.
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Location: closely held secret | I owe him a drink or two, too, for picking up my '87 and shipping it to me. And refusing to let me pay him back for the shipping. |
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Location: Orlando, FL | Hey guys! I'm still alive and well. Thanks for checking up on me. Life has just been very full lately. Lots of family stuff. Work has been f@cking nuts, and full of the stress thought I'd lose when I stopped freelancing and took a corporate gig. I even took a week vacation from work to go to Anaheim and do a freelance gig for the mouse, which paid for this trip.
As of right now, Me and Mrs. Zilla are planning on coming in on Thursday. Although, we are trying to arrange schedules so we can show up Wednesday for the wind action at the Mermaid. If we show up there's a 50/50 chance I'll have a song to embarrass myself with.
I'm very glad to hear there will be at least a couple of other spouses around so my wife won't get bored. On the flip side, I hope she doesn't do too much damage on the credit card, not being bored!
After going back through this thread and checking up on everything I missed, all I can say is, WOW, this is shaping up to be one helluva great time.
It will be great seeing some old friends and meeting (at least face to face) some new ones. I'm really looking forward to all the clinic action and jamming with everybody. Hell, I might even drink a beer, or 20!
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Location: 6 String Ranch | It's getting close.
Wind song is done, just polishing it.
Bunch of stuff to do before next week.
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
Bunch of stuff to do before next week. .
Hide the good silverware.
Make sure your shots are up to date.
Make sure the local authorities have photos of certain attendees for easy identification.
Work up a number of good alibis.
Make sure the Mrs. really knows what she is getting into with the BBQ thing.
Install anti-theft devices in all your guitars and set up a screening process on the only bridge off the island.
Think long and hard about golfing with this group. (You can always come up lame Thursday morning)
Gee Bill.. looks like you really do have a lot on your plate. :D |
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Location: SoCal | Beal, did Kim tell you he's shooting down one of my guitars that he worked on? |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by Designzilla:
Hey guys! I'm still alive and well. Thanks for checking up on me. Life has just been very full lately... we thought you had taken refuge after making Good Friday fall on a Saturday this year... :D |
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Location: nyc area | Once again, I recommend that you record the lessons... it will be far easier to for you to digest large amounts of information this way...recorders, video, whatever... |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by mattsmith:
Once again, I recommend that you record the lessons... it will be far easier to for you to digest large amounts of information this way...recorders, video, whatever... yeah...then burn 'em to dvd and distribute to those of us who couldn't be there in the flesh. |
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| Originally posted by lanaki:
yeah...then burn 'em to dvd and distribute to those of us who couldn't be there in the flesh. ...and those of us who are there, but don't have tape recorders/video cameras. I'd pay for a CD/DVD of that.
I'd also be willing to convert any such recordings to electronic format and burn them for gratis distribution to the membership. Consider this a formal offer to do so.
edit - distribution pending any copyright issues for Matt. |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | I'm bringing my 8mm camcorder and tripod. To much short term forgetfulness with me, need the visual to remember what I learn. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | To much short term forgetfulness with me, Tim,
Do what I do. Write your name down and leave on the table next to the bed. You'll be amazed how much better you'll feel without that initial bout of confusion in the morning.
I'd buy a copy of the Clinic, God knows I'll need it !
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Tim in Tidewater:
I'm bringing my 8mm camcorder and tripod. Since Wong isn't going to be there to stick his butt in front of your camera just to get a still shot, you'll be fine. :D |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | For Thursday, anyone else besides Cliff not eat cow? Last chance to order the tofu hot dogs. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Cliffs' a vegetarian???
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| Bumper sticker # 1 (for me):
"I didn't claw my way to the top of the food chain just to eat plants!"
Bumper sticker #2 (for Cliff):
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Location: closely held secret | Yes, it does explain some things... 
Beal, if I haven't said it yet, I'll say it now...
Thanks for setting this up, making it happen, and being such a great host for our visit to your island!!!
We gonna play some moosic.
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Location: NJ | If it smells like fish, I'll eat it . . |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | We gonna play some moosic. Yes, we are! and hit the tar out of some little white balls as well...
Can ya smell the Salt air yet? |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Cow for me!
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Location: SoCal | I know that some people are bringing 2-3 guitars. I'm not going to be bringing one (except a guitar Temp's had stored at my house for a few months). Anybody have something I can borrow for the clinic? |
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Location: Scotland | yeah, you can use the one that's been stored at your house for a few months which you're bringing with you. Duh....... |
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Location: SoCal | Hey, it's not my guitar. I wasn't going to presume.... |
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Location: Scotland | That's OK, I was expecting that you'd be bitching about the neck width or the fact it's made of wood, or not blue, or something...but you've redeemed yourself. |
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Location: South of most, North of few | I'm in for a copy of a dvd if one is made. BTW, Dave, I talked to Jimbo, and he is going to buy you that beer I owe you. Make it two! I will gladly repay him Tuesday.... Thanks for the fast shipping on the Josh! |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Paul,
You want to try my OFC wideneck or have you already had Dave's? |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | I'm bringing a few... |
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Location: SoCal | Tim, haven't tried one yet. That would be great! |
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Location: Scotland | Oh, so my vintage Gibson isn't good enough. Well screeeeeew you!. |
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Location: SoCal | Well, actually, I didn't want to pull it out of the case since I busted the headstock off while beating my wife..... |
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Location: south east Michigan | I can't beleive all the species of guitars that's going to be within my grasp.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Trader Jim:
Dave, I talked to Jimbo, and he is going to buy you that beer I owe you. Make it two! I will gladly repay him Tuesday.... Thanks for the fast shipping on the Josh! Dave, I'll be the one furthest from tha stage @ tha Mermaid on Wednesday, or tha one hittin balls into your group on Thursday. Look me up, or, (not knowin how tall you are) look up for me!
TJ, first one's from you, Dave, second one's on me.
Tic.....
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Is it time ta go yet? ;) |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Slipkid:
I gots me a real education a-comin'. Brad, now ya got tha Southerneze goin.
Although, if Ameliaites sound tha same as most Floridians, well.......let's just say "there's nothin wrong with that" quote from M.Beal, retired gas station owner. ;) :D |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | It would not surprise me to see this thread hit 2,000 posts by travel day on Tuesday...but definatly by the weeksend!
By the way, the Leer topper for the pickup is in and gets installed tomorrow! YEAH! Plenty Storage now, mon!
(I could almost swear I smell salt air...)
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Location: Tennessee | I'm traveling on Wednesday, so I'll check the post count before I leave. If all goes well, I'll bring my Cole Clark with the bunya top and tasmanian blackwood back and sides. I'm really impressed with the FaceBrace sensor system on this guitar. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Moody, I got a bunch of adamaii and a 76 and some others. I'm sure we can find you something. How about a Tak flying A? or a Thunderbolt? or a 1687? |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Beal - just a reminder - I'll need to borrow a guitar and clubs. Anything'll do!
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | ..sandbagger.... :rolleyes: ;) :D |
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Location: SoCal | Beal, just a simple little 1687 will do. Nothing fancy. Thanks...... |
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Location: south east Michigan | One week
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Won weak
Closing in fast. I played my Wind song for our friends Gus and Joan last night. Funny how things sound different when you play for somebody rather than in the music room working on it. It worked OK but I can see the areas I need work. Pam ad Davis were there and they agreed to back me up on bass and guitar. With Paul on lap steel we mught sound almost like a band! |
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Location: NJ | Yeah, I kinda' did a quick run-thru of mine at one of my gigs last week towards ClosingTime when no one was paying attention . . .
Contemplating just "scrapping" the whole thing . . . |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | You're too close now, Cliff. You gotta do it.
Throw cautioon to the wind, if you will... |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Hey my song isn't even done, hell not even really started but I can pull something off. It's not like it'll be a tough crowd or anything.
Just turn up Temp a little louder tha usual and mumble a bit on the lyrics. No problamo. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I've been running through my song for the past two weeks and I won't even be there until Thursday morning. |
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Location: Tennessee | I really do need to start on my song. Just in case I make it to the festival on time. |
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Location: closely held secret | You better make it. You're one of my backup singers. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Back-up singers??
You mean it's gonna be a Waskel Wabbit and the Pips type thing?
I sure can't compete against something like that! |
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Location: closely held secret | More like Stinky & the Hoof Hearted Band. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | They're my favorite band!!
Cliff, you gotta do it! I got the high strung all ready for it and been practicing for it and everything! |
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Location: closely held secret | Cliff, you can't let Beal down. And I actually got my bass out and thought about practicing. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | There will be a bass and bass amp there. Pam is using it on my tune. Any of you, feel free to use it. |
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Location: south east Michigan | I also asked Temp to back me up.
The poor bloke won't have any time to down a pint the whole evening. |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by Slipkid:
One week
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Juan week Less than a week as I'm getting in Tuesday afternoon. And unless I start writing something this weekend, I won't have a song. Never written a song in my life (but there's a first time for everything.....) |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I'm actually heading down to Florida first thing monday morning.
Crap! I better start packing...
I have two lines, can't sing, and would make a great judge - along with Beggin. |
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Location: NJ | ". . The poor bloke won't have any time to down a pint the whole evening . ."
shhhh! . . . that's the whole Plan . . . |
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| Never written a song in my life (but there's a first time for everything.....) ...me neither, but Beal is a very persuasive man. If the Mermaid were instead named for a boat, we'd be a Ship of Fools. |
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| Originally posted by CrimsonLake:
I'm actually heading down to Florida first thing monday morning. CL, you're getting to be an expert in that looong drive from Meeyamee to Nawth Flah. |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Tell me about it. Actually - I may fly this time. The fare I saw was $78 one way. The rental car was significantly more expensive. I could pawn a couple of days worth of a rental car off on work - but not that much. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
More like Stinky & the Hoof Hearted Band. Hey! I resemble that remark! |
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Location: closely held secret | ". . The poor bloke won't have any time to down a pint the whole evening . ."
That's what happened at the last Tour. Every time I saw him he had one in his hand...
Yet somehow he still managed to play great guitar... |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by stephent28:
Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
More like Stinky & the Hoof Hearted Band. Hey! I resemble that remark! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I have been fighting the flu the last few days so my guitar practice and wind song construction/practice have suffered.
Course if it is like my golf game, the lack of practice will only help. |
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Location: closely held secret | Keep fighting.
My song may not be great but I don't think it's so bad that you puking onstage will help it. :D
Well, wait... considering the probable condition of the judges, the general atmosphere of the room by then...
... naw. Room's too small. You'd likely end up paying someone's dry cleaning bill. Just get better. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Talk to Joe about being a judge. He's usually looking for them. He only needs three and might pick one or two from the ofc. Keep in mind there usually are 10+/- players and local others as well.
I'm redoing my mobile home song tonight. It got nothing last time. I changed the last line from "where my true love will stay" to "where my blond love will stay"
Hey it's a stretch but I've seen worse, and besides, I'm playing it on a lovely blond maple C-10. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Well, even if the song doesn't win at least you know the guitar will sound great! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | that's true |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | tic...
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Mike Howerton had to back out tonight, family stuff. We do have someone taking his place.
DARBY NIX
Darby has assured me that he does have a wind song as well.
Look what the wind blew into town........ |
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Location: SoCal | What's the car situation looking like? I'm wondering if I should rent a car when I get in. Will we need cars to get to golf on Thursday or anywhere else?
If I get something, I can pick up Temp, Clifford, Witko, and Bobbo on Wednesday and we can all hit the airport on Sunday. If everybody chips in $20 will it make sense and can we get use out of it during the week? |
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Location: NJ | Witko's gotta' car & will be bringing Temp, Al & Myself from the airport Wed. Maybe.
If it's too tight, I'll "cab" it . . . |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Cliff,
Tell me again when you are getting in. I'll be coming through about 4 pm on Wednesday and will have space for a couple of riders.
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Location: Parrish, FL | See you at the FM.
Anyone needing a ride Wednesday afternoon, let me know. Drop me a PM w/ your phone and we'll make it happen.
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Location: south east Michigan | I'm getting in around 11:30.
No room in Dave's car so I'll be "cabbing" it.
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Location: NJ | Brad, I thought you were getting in later?? . . . |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Brad PM me your number just in case we work something out. Maybe I should rent a school bus. You know, the SHORT kind.
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Location: NJ | Dave, I'm willing to chip-in for a bigger car, or a (ugh!) mini-van . . .
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Location: NJ | Templeman's annoying enough without steroids . . .
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by cliff:
Templeman's annoying enough without steroids . . .
(and btw; . . there's PT's, and then there's MY car . . don't confuse them) They both have big butts....
Ok. I'm going to cab it from the airport and then hitch a ride with somebody on Sunday back to the airport. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Moody, I think I will be heading to the airport on Sunday around 2:30-3:00.
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Location: south east Michigan | Lemme check..
Okay.. I get in at 11:22.
If I can hitch a ride, great.
If not, that's okay too.
You're not gonna be able to ditch that easy.
I'll PM you my cell #. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Brad, I upped to a van so we've got you covered for a ride from airport to the isle. I'll have the outfits with me so we can all change in the van on the ride over.
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| Love it.
Having you there is going to test a lot of people's faith.(Why don't you just strike him down Lord????) |
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by Tupperware:
I'll have the outfits with me so we can all change in the van on the ride over.
Dave Just when I think I'm out they draw me back in!!!!
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by Slipkid:
Originally posted by Tupperware:
[qb] I'll have the outfits with me so we can all change in the van on the ride over.
Dave "Just when I think I'm out they draw me back in!!!!"
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Originally posted by Tupperware:
[qb] I'll have the outfits with me so we can all change in the van on the ride over.
Dave "Just when I think I'm out they draw me back in!!!!"
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[qb] Originally posted by Tupperware:
[qb] I'll have the outfits with me so we can all change in the van on the ride over.
Dave "Just when I think I'm out they draw me back in!!!!"
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Brad,
Calm down and lay off the caffeine...it's only 6 days away.... |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by schroeder:
Love it.
Having you there is going to test a lot of people's faith.(Why don't you just strike him down Lord????) Dear God,
Just let me know a minute in advance so I don't stand to close.
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | the lord is laughing too much. he likes a good show too. Yes Beal, He certianly does...and he'd be at Amelia (in fact...) in a minute!
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Location: NJ | I pick Templeman up at the airport Monday afternoon . . . it's all "downhill" from there . . . |
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Location: south east Michigan | Sorry about the stuttering post thing.
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Location: Parrish, FL | My UTE will be at the clinic and will be for sale in case anyone may be interested.
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Location: south east Michigan | UTEs... can't beat 'em.
I'm startin' to gather my stuff for the trip.
I really wish my wife was tagging along. She thinks she would have nothing to do but I know she would, if nothing else, have enjoyed the sunshine. I checked on airline tickets and was ready to just tell her that she was going... like it or not. But her ticket would have been $958.00!! :eek:
Good thing I got that in the right order.
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Jerome contacted me and has asked me to take pictures for his site while at the Island. He would like pictures of guitars and owners for a special layout...I'll bring the Nikons and some other stuff and try to do nearly as good a job as Phil would do...I'll also have a video camera for the Wed. nite "Wind" performances and Thursday BBQ (well, actually, the entire event)! I can set it up and operate it w/remote, but if someone wants to help out, I'd gladly accept the help.
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Location: NJ | Ticket prices are high because of "SpringBreak" . . .
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Location: Boise, Idaho | After having lunch with Dave yesterday, I really regretted not getting signed up. The ticket prices cured that. The cheapest was barely under $1000. I'd love to join you, but I'd rather save the money and buy a #47. Like that will happen. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Seems very geographic dependent. I had first booked via Newark using ff miles. I had to change plans last week and redeposit the miles. Purchased a new ticket via Atlanta for $225.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | For some reason I saw the price of tickets from Phoenix to Jacksonville and they were about a third of the cost from here. I think Moody's right. Warm climate to warm climate is cheap. Cold to warm is expensive.
Next time I'll take you for a ride up Bogus Basin road, Dave, and drive some sense into you. You can watch out for the "deer." Since my wife isn't using her Cayman, maybe she'll trade it for a dozen or so Adamii. Ha! |
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Location: NJ | Moody, are you flying non-stop??
I found some decently-priced flights, but they were either bwo Detroit or Louisville . . . f@ck that . . |
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Location: Tennessee | Originally posted by Tupperware:
Looks like I need to buy a Porsche. Sorry Al. You gotta go for it. There is no substitute. We've got some really good clubs, too. 'Cept for the lawyers. :)
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Actually I came VERY close to buying a porsche recently but it was an SUV, not a "real" porsche. Ironically Mark-In-Porsche helped talk me out of it. I bought something else "just to razz Cliff". The latte and baseball hat were extra cost options.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If you wanted advice about real Porsches, I could have told you how to get 2 for the price that Bob spent for one.
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Location: Tennessee | Yup, I spent two grand for mine. :cool:
When I had my 944S, the other owners referred to it as a "NARP". Not a real porsche. And they just whined it a little louder after I dusted their little 911Ts and 911SCs around Laguna Seca. Even if a NARP, that Cayenne Turbo S is definitely one hot ride. |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by cliff:
Moody, are you flying non-stop??
I found some decently-priced flights, but they were either bwo Detroit or Louisville . . . f@ck that . . I don't know that there are any non-stop flights coast to coast. I'm stopping once, both ways. Same as when I go to CT.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
... Oops, better go back over to the Porsche forums. There's porsche forums ???
Hey, maybe www.porschegallery.com ???
Naw, better stop now. This is a slippery slope I do not need to navigate. Plus to be honest I thought the rear end on the new suvs was pretty ugly and the level of technology and luxury is way behind other suvs. Nice name, engine and brakes but nothing else about it appealed to me. But you know me, I tend to not like what everyone else does.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | You didn't want ugly so you got a Range Rover? Next thing we know you'll be buying boxey guitars. There's no accounting for taste. I bet the same people who buy black Range Rovers because they think they're good looking spend a bunch of money on a red washer and dryer combo with a fancy pedestal. |
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Location: NJ | ". . Clifford, when you were out here, were you on non-stops? . ."
When I came out, I hooked-up w/Wit and drove out.
Flew back No-Alto . . . |
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Location: NJ | Dave;
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Location: Scotland | I'm outta here tomorrow. Way too early flight on Monday, so I have a late afternoon gig and catch the last sailing off the Island. Overnight in Glasgow and I'll be in NJ Monday noon. A coupla days with Cliff and Jeanette (and the cats, I have something that's gonna drive the little suckers nuts)and we'll be in Amelia Wednesday morning. I'm sooooo enjoying my semi-retirement, this is going to be far too much fun. Susan is starting to sulk already.
If anyone wants any Machinehead buttons I'm bringing a bunch of orders out with me. All I have left are Rosewood (both sizes) and tortie (mini only) Mike got the last 2 sets of walnut minis for an Adamas 12. The rest are sold out until the next production run. Drop me a PM if you need anything, but make it quick. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | tic tic
It's chilly in NC as well.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | 82 in Phoenix today. Sure is gonna suck going to that Florida ice box.
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Location: NJ | It's Clear & Sunny here this morning.
Templeman lands at 11:40.
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Location: south east Michigan | PAUL MOODY!!!!
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | 03/24
1. Restring Guitars (if needed)
2. Pack Suitcase
3. Check supply of Golf Balls
4. Print copies of the Wind song
5. Gather Photo/Video Equip.
6. Gas up the P/U
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Hey Mike, that's my todo list for today!
Except #1 is go to music store and get the strings first, all mine are going south wearing their Polyweb finest :) |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | See ya at Jimbo's!
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
tic tic
It's chilly in NC as well.
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Mike,
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Location: south east Michigan | Is somthing going on this week???
Anything I'd be interested do ya think?
Ohhhh yeah. Now I remember.
If any one of youz guyz would send me a reminder post tommorrow, I'd be much obliged. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Slipkid:
Is something going on this week??? Yes, Brad. You have a dental appointment Weds, 3:30 pm. There's a $300 cancellation fee.
Originally posted by Slipkid:
If any one of youz guyz would send me a reminder post tomorrow, I'd be much obliged. You can thank me later. |
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Location: NJ | Heading out to the airport for a "LimeyRun" . . . .
"Let The Games Begin . . ." |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | concerning "the LimeyRun"
"I just felt a cold chill run down my spine"*....
*lyrics excerpted from "When The Wind Blows"
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Music and Tim,
y'all come when you are ready, I should be wrappin my work day up about 1 or 2, so anytime after that is fine. Tim, I will PM ya my cell #.
Tommorrow night we'll do some pickin and pizza eatin. There will be a SPECIAL guest and his loverly wife joinin us. Should be a good start to a great week!
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Jim and Tim; I'm planning to leave here around 11 or 12 ish..(By Noon). Tim, I got your message but I'll fill you in at Jim's tomorrow night. Brothers, I'm excited: it should be a great week! BTW, I've got the Estaban World tour guitar and we need to video something with it and get it sent back later in the week or next week.
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Location: Omaha, NE | BTW, the Esteban World Tour folks have high expectations of you guys! Lets get some good stuff! |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | BTW, FYI: its 33 degrees and snowing as I write this! If I could, I'd leave right now! |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Come up down Music...it's windy and cool, but no snow in the forecast! |
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Location: SoCal | 84 and sunny. How's it going to be different?
Buy my hay fever's horrible right now (at least I hope it's hay fever). Can't wait to get out of here..... |
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| Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
Buy my hay fever's horrible right now (at least I hope it's hay fever). Can't wait to get out of here..... Oooh, not good, moody. They usually tell people here with bad hay fever to move to drier places like Cali. I washed my cars this weekend and the driveway turned yellow from all the pollen. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | I played my "song" 5 times last night. Made it twice without forgetting the lyrics. Oh well. As you guys know from my posts here I'm pretty good at making shit up on the fly and having it sound half believable, so I'm not too worried.
Golf on the other hand there is no escaping from the obvious. A shank is a shank. Played yesterday in Tempe in the low 90's (score, not temperature) but that was without counting any penalties, lost balls, tivo rewinds, etc. It is what it is.
I was reminded last night that Sunday is my wifes birthday. Crap.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | 90s is good. You sound like a natural golfer to me. I'm withdrawing that offer to go golfing with you, Dave. I can't stand being embarassed by someone who hardly ever plays and still beats me. Of course, I always play great when I don't keep score. I had a great round yesterday. I ate brunch at the golf course and never made it back out. Watched the pros on TV and shot a 0, didn't lose any balls and never broke a tee. I kind of missed the walking, though. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Played my song a bunch over the weekend and decided it sucked and started from scratch so not only do I now not know the words but the music is also lacking.
I think I'm just gonna put together a two chord 2 string power chord kinda song and let it rip.
Howling animals will be extra....... |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
90s is good. You sound like a natural golfer to me. You didn't read the whole thing. I probably had another 10 penelty strokes which I refuse to count based in principle. |
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Location: closely held secret | Sounds like me. I count the first one and the last one. Then I add in the average of the rest divided by which hole it is. If that comes out to less than 3 (unlikely), I throw in one more, just to be fair. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | by the way John..... :p
Did I tell you that if my name is drawn to perform first I am doing a song about elevators, old ladies and kids trapped in a car? :eek: |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by Tupperware:
Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
90s is good. You sound like a natural golfer to me. You didn't read the whole thing. I probably had another 10 penelty strokes which I refuse to count based in principle. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by stephent28:
Played my song a bunch over the weekend and decided it sucked and started from scratch so not only do I now not know the words but the music is also lacking.
I think I'm just gonna put together a two chord 2 string power chord kinda song and let it rip.
Howling animals will be extra....... and to think stephen, you laughed when I went and hit a bucket 'o balls..... :p |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Beggin.....just remember to clap hard and cheer!
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Location: Carle Place, NY | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I'll retract my earlier retraction ... Sheesh..don't you just hate it when lawyers talk? :D ;) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Yes, I do. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Hey....according to my backwards count, I got post # 1300!
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by stephent28:
Beggin.....just remember to clap hard and cheer!
....and how many drinks will this cost me??? :rolleyes: stephen, I will clap and cheer for you, and everyone else (for free). In return, I only request, that everyone refrain from deep belly laughs when you see my golf swing. :o |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Beggin you've just given me a great idea: remember those machines in Airports where you can buy last minute insurance? Well, how about those same kind of machines in Golf Pro Shops for those who play in foursomes that might be labeled: "Hazardous to your Health"....lol
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It doesn't matter what your swing looks like, Beggin, it's how you hit the ball. If that's a problem, too, then go back to trying to swing pretty. Do a search on YouTube for Charles Barkley's golf swing. It is the ugliest. There's a clip of Tiger doing an imitation that's pretty funny, too.
The guy down the hall is one of those that says he plays poorly when he's only a couple over par and regularly hits it 300. He played in a tournament this weekend with a former football kicker who squatted like he was about to take a dump just before he swung the club. He was hitting 340 on his drives and could also hit a high soft wedge and back the ball up. It's not how you look. Better advice: just practice your putting. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Mark.......it's better to look good then to swing good....or somethin' like that...BTW: it's the results they will be laughing at.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It never reached 60 here yesterday, like it was supposed to and now they are talking snow on Wednesday. I'll be kicking myself even harder on Thursday. I figured I could stay home and play golf and guitar all weekend, but it looks like more of the same crappy weather. This never happened until Dave started spending time here. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | and at this time tomorrow I will be tucked into a tiny seat trying to sleep for 3 or 4 hours while the plane trundles towards the lost island know only as Amelia............ |
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Location: south east Michigan | lost island know only as Amelia.... I'm looking forward to meeting Jack, Lock, Julliette, and Kate. mmmm... Kaaaaate
Stephen... I thought you were gettin in Thurs a.m.
I'm glad to hear different.
I got things going on tonight so I packed last night.
OFC Guitar strap... check
capos and caaapos... check
Picks, strings, notebook.... check
Fishsticks shirt, FrenchFries shirt... checkity check check
It really feels strange not bringing a guitar.
And I confess... I bought two new Hawaiian shirts. I didn't plan on it, I just couldn't stop myself. My wife was not happy. But the damn things were on SALE!!! I promised her I would do the old "two in / two out" thing then I find myself struggling with which two have to go.
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Great...more GAS.
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Location: closely held secret | I'm 98% packed. I'll toss in a few Tour (05, 06) DVD's in case anyone's interested.
Strap, kahpoes, picks, 'Wind' lead sheet, MicroBR (that'll be nice, instead of the usual 15 lbs of audio/video crap), ipod, camera...
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Guitar Stands!!!! |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | I'm Outta Here!
Beggin, see ya in a few!
Check list is complete; more stuff than I planned but....hey, its my Vacation!
Looking forward to seeing everyone...have a safe trip all!
I'm Southbound!!!! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Guitar Stands!!!! Wow....never even thought about those.
Hopefully some of the folks driving will be able to throw a couple in the car and bring them along.
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Location: NJ | I've got a couple that're suitcase-able . . I'll bring 'em . . . |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Ya just got to prove me wrong, doncha! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Slipkid:
Stephen... I thought you were gettin in Thurs a.m.
I'm glad to hear different.
Nope.....originally I was one of the 1st of the group to arrive but now I think Paul and a few others are arriving today. |
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Location: NJ | ". . Ya just got to prove me wrong, doncha! . . "
Not at All.
Just exercising my Sense of Preparedness.
Besides, they EXPECT guys from the EastCoast to be traveling packed "with hardware" (it's accepted) . . . when they see one of YOU Guys, they go into "UnaBomber Mode" . . . |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by cliff:
when they see one of YOU Guys, they go into "UnaBomber Mode" . . . :D reputation accepted! :cool: |
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| Originally posted by stephent28:
Originally posted by Jeff W.:
Guitar Stands!!!! Wow....never even thought about those.
Hopefully some of the folks driving will be able to throw a couple in the car and bring them along.
Not the type of object to try and pack to carry on the plane. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | there are plenty of stands around here. There is a stoer that you can even go buy this stuff if you forget anything |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I think I have room for a few fold-up types that will fit the deep bowls. I'll bring them along. |
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Location: Tennessee | I am arriving Wednesday night at 7:15pm on US Scareways. Anyone else getting in about that time that wants to share a cab up to Amelia (aka Lost Boys Island)? |
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Location: closely held secret | I should be climbing into the car with Mike and Jim about 24 hours from now. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Safe trip to all of you! For those of you on flights, don't forget your bullet proof vests and your shower caps ! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Bobbo, should we sign you up for the wind song? you'll get to the Fla house right about when your name is getting called. |
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Location: NJ | Just to play it "safe", we'll get the Stuttering Guy t'do the announcements . . that'll buy y'some time . . . |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
I should be climbing into the car with Mike and Jim about 24 hours from now. Tim and Mike have arrived in Simpleville and Trboy will be comin soon. Time for a little evening jam.
We'll be there to get ya Wab, have a safe journey! |
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Location: closely held secret | Too bad the Whispering Guy couldn't make it... that'd buy you even more... |
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Location: closely held secret | Thanks, Jim!
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Location: Carle Place, NY | Originally posted by cliff:
Just to play it "safe", we'll get the Stuttering Guy t'do the announcements . . Jason's gonna be there? |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | What flight are Witko and Clifford on? |
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Location: south east Michigan | Well, it won't be long now before this thread goes dark for few days. |
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Location: NJ | . . along with the lower part of the Eastern Seaboard . . . |
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Location: closely held secret | ...and the western Caribbean. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Originally posted by Slipkid:
Well, it won't be long now before this thread goes dark for few days. I was thinking about that, or actually, I was thinking about how the board gets quiet when everyone but me goes on the factory tour. You guys need to take laptops and post, especially photos, and then the rest of us can make fun of you while you're gone.
I'll have to see if I can find an emoticon that symbolizes jealousy. Maybe we'll just have to start a new thread on something really enlightening and see if we can keep it on topic until you guys get back. |
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Location: Carle Place, NY | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Maybe we'll just have to start a new thread on something really enlightening and see if we can keep it on topic until you guys get back. Yeah, right!! :p |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
I was thinking about how the board gets quiet when everyone but me goes on the factory tour. You guys need to take laptops and post, especially photos We do!!!!
Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
and then the rest of us can make fun of you while you're gone. You do!!!! |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by Beggin:
Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
I should be climbing into the car with Mike and Jim about 24 hours from now. Tim and Mike have arrived in Simpleville and Trboy will be comin soon. Time for a little evening jam.
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Location: Tennessee | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
Bobbo, should we sign you up for the wind song? you'll get to the Fla house right about when your name is getting called. Well, it ain't written yet. But if the crowd needs a good laugh, or a reason for someone else not to come in last place, then I'll take my turn at songwriters roulette. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
...and the western Caribbean. Spare Punta Cana, couldja? The better half and I'll be there in a few weeks and I'd like to see one bar still standing. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Well Randy...be careful of what you ask!
Music and TRBoy jammin. 
Tim asleep at the helm. 
Music gettin sleepy too. 
SWMBO laughin at TR. 
We have had pizza and desert and played and conversed...Music has practiced his "Wind" song.
We will need to be retiring in a bit so we can start the final leg of the journey first thing in the morning.....
Will take camera and laptop with us and post the occasional pics......can you say "Blackmail"?! |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I'm sitting here in Miami at the foot of the Miami International Airport runway... which I'm reminded of every 5 minutes or so. They actually put earplugs in with the soap and shampoo! Didn't sleep much last night and to top it all off, there are train tracks nearby too! Freight train tracks! And they like ringing their whistle! I have a conference call at 10 am tomorrow to get bitched at by a customer...
I can't wait until tomorrow!! As long as Brad isn't louder than airplanes and freight trains when he sleeps... we're in good shape.
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Location: Tennessee | Uhhh ... Music, Tim and TRBoy ... be sure to bring along a nice supply of whatever it is you are smoking. It looks like excellent stuff. :cool: |
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Location: south east Michigan | Are Music and Trboy long lost twin brothers???
As long as Brad isn't louder than airplanes and freight trains when he sleeps... we're in good shape. Well... we'll see.
Gotta go.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Slipkid:
Are Music and Trboy long lost twin brothers???
Sure looks that way in the pic. As we say in tha South "they do 'semble one anotha".
We're oughta here by 8 am. Safe journeys to all, see ya thar! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | I noticed that too!!!
Moody has arrived. He's doing Island Surveilence to make sure our perimiters are secure. T28 should be here by now. Sure going to get windy tonight. |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Ok.. this sucks but there's nothing I can do about it. I have to fly up to Boston to deal with a customer - so it looks like I'm out.
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| Originally posted by CrimsonLake:
Ok.. this sucks but there's nothing I can do about it. I have to fly up to Boston to deal with a customer - so it looks like I'm out.
Brad - PM sent. :eek: Out for song night/golf, or out for the whole clinic? One mildly sucks, the other blows big time. Dang, Mike, I feel for ya. :confused: :( |
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| "All my bags are packed, I'm ready to go..."
Hitting the road in 3 hours, a little more than 90 minutes after that I'll be calling s28 to get my hands on that 87C. I was going to pop into the office for couple of hours to take care of some last-minute things, but now with CL's sh**ty news I may reconsider. Don't want to take the chance that I'll get roped into something! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | If I had signed up, I would probably have had to cancel so I could go to a funeral today of a co-worker's wife. Sometimes work interferes with our life. I know that when I'm sitting at the funeral service, I'll be thinking of all the fun I missed because I put it off, thinking that I'd do it next year, or when the kids are grown, or when the house is paid for or when I retire. At least the gal who died didn't have any regrets or unfulfilled dreams as far as I know.
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Location: closely held secret | Ok, now I'm sitting in Atl... |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Tomorrow at this time, there's going to be a bunch of would-be guitar players running around a golf course acting like they know what they're doing. I know at least one who absolutely does not know what he is doing other than trying to stay awake. |
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Location: Tennessee | I'm on the ground in Charlotte waiting to connect to JAX. It's a drag when work gets in the way of your personal life. It wanted to screw up my weekend, but I wouldn't let it. Unfortunately, I had to sacrifice putting together a wind song to make it all work out, but it's all working out. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I'll be hauling my Traveler Pro Deluxe and small multi pedal, so anybody who wants to try a full-scale diminutive size travel guitar, come see me. |
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Location: Tennessee | Well I hope nobody is flying American Airlines today. I just heard they've cancelled over 300 flights today. Maybe CL was booked on AA and it will all work out in the end. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Bobbo, I thought you were living my dream, retired and bopping around the country making a nuisance of yourself. |
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Location: Tennessee | :) Well, I'm not to the dream part yet. The bopping is all work related so I'm still working on the tired phase ... the retired piece comes later. Besides it won't be the right dream until my bopping involves being pushed around the countryside by 3.6 liters. :cool: |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Even 2.7 was great, driving straight through to San Diego last summer, with only the OFC as my passenger. The trip back was ruined by a deputy in Nevada. I did trips to Wisconsin and Texas before that. If I was retired, I might drive to North Carolina this year, but I'm flying so I don't take so much time.
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Location: Michigan | Dont worry OFCers Im still here so I will keep Al & Miles on their toes until you get back from paradise. I will continue to keep up the going over the edge on this website until all of you get back.
HAVE A GREAT TIME AND KEEP ALL OF US IN TOUCH WITH POSTS & PICTURES.WE ARE ALL TIPPING ONE WITH YOU .
BE SAFE AND SMART AND LOOK OUT FOR EACH OTHER.GWB |
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| quick update - Slipkid took 2nd place and MusicMike took 1st place in the songwriting contest. A GREAT time was had by all. Pix will follow, I'm sure. Beggin took lots. |
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Location: closely held secret | We're still here.
Music Mike won first place in the songwriting contest, and Bradley won second!!!
Congrats to both. Brad bought the more critical members of his backup band (and Moody) waffles.
By the, Witco has been posting under his new name. |
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Location: big island | i was privileged (read: blessed) to hear musicmike's wind song last week via landline. if i may take a few liberties with an old perfume jingle, "his wind song stayed on my mind"! i knew after the first few lines he had a winner and a song that should be recorded and published soon. i am looking forward to hearing/seeing more of the entries as soon as possible. someone did film the event, didn't they?
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Nice work, guys!
Now on to the war zone...whoops, I mean the golf course. (I'd still be wearing a helmet though) |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | A big time last night. Guitar-di-gras 20% gone. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Waskel, enjoy the warmth and sunshine. Rain/Snow(!) mix forecast here today... that's right, snow level 500 feet, and it's snowing out my window right now!
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | at dulles .... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'm trying not to be envious. They may have had a great time last night. They may be very talented guitar players/singers/songwriters. But I bet they're stinking up a really nice golf course right now. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | A bad day golfing beats a good day at work almost every time. |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
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Location: Boise, Idaho | They should have finished golfing by now, if anyone was able to finish. It's time to post scores. |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Careful Mark some of their scores may be mistaken for Ovation guitar serial numbers. ;) :D |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | 82 |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | both my score and the temperature. no wind, guess it got all used up last night. had to deal with sunshine most all of the day. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Must've been hell, Beal. Hang in there. The days will get better. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I knew there would be some serious "rubbing it in" from this event. I don't really care or believe what his golf score was, I'd be happy to be down there. I suppose I could go out and play 9 holes today, but I'd have to break 50 to match the temperature. I'm ready for the global warming. (I should be able to go skiing and golfing on the same day by now. I will try to do that in a couple weeks, just to rub it in with Slipkid.) |
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Location: East Tennessee | Only one score posted? :confused:
A pretty good one I might add. (Unless it was for only nine holes). :D |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I checked the weather for Amelia Island and he was close, but a little high. I doubt the same was true of his golf score. I'd settle for anything between 60 and 90 for either. Humidity was only 34%. Rough day down there. |
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Location: Michigan | The forecast tonight for Detroit Michigan is for 4 to 6 inches of new white stuff here.Its 7:00 PM and it is starting .
SlipKid while you are most likely pampering your SUNBURN I will be shoveling snow that will be gone by the time you get back.
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Location: the BIG Metropolis of TR | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
82 Not bad!.......What'd you make on the second hole? :D |
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Location: closely held secret | 126 for me. But, I'm not a golfer (2nd time in 5 years).
T28 coached me.
82 degrees, light wind. It was brutal out there.
Dinner at Beals was great, thanks again to Bill & Lorraine for being such gracious hosts. In a little while we'll go see Davis & Pam play.
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Location: East Tennessee | We are still waiting for some pictures. :rolleyes:
Maybe tomorrow. I'm going to watch "The Apprentice" and hope Trace Atkins kicks Butt.  |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Who played with Mickey Mouse's balls? |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | golf, guitars, goodnight! |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | golf, guitars, goodnight! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I guess I know the answer to who played with Santa's balls. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Wow, the get together at Beal and Lorraine's house was great: some of the finest guitars anyone has ever seen in one place; Fantastic hospitality; great friends, great food, drinks and too much fun! Matt sat and played a preview for us: the clinic starts at 9am sharp (well, as sharp as it can be here in Florida)...Golf was a blast: beautiful course and just enough gators...I counted 5...we lost a lot of balls, racked up impressive high scores and managed to not get too sunburned!
I have taken some fantastic photos: Jerome is going to have a part of his site with complete photo by photo coverage: it will take a few days: not much time here to do much other than the schedule but BJ and I are going to try!
All I can say is this is an awesome event and as Beal says: "It does not Suck!"
More coverage tomorrow! |
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Location: Michigan | I am " SHOCKED " that we do not have any pictures from this jam that has been talked about for the last 6 months.
Maybe it is like that O.J. Simson movie Capricorn One when they faked the landing on the Moon ?
No Pictures of the event??? Sounds Fishy to me.
PS , SlipKId 2 inches of the white stuff on the ground and it is falling down hard.GWB |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | For those of us at home, I gave Dave a dozen golf balls for the trip. Some Disney, some Christmas, some with my law firm logo and just some normal ones. I figured he'd have a few extra and would give some away, but maybe if he's as bad as he says he is, he left them all with the gators. |
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Location: the BIG Metropolis of TR | Originally posted by guitarwannabee:
I am " SHOCKED " that we do not have any pictures from this jam that has been talked about for the last 6 months.
Maybe it is like that O.J. Simson movie Capricorn One when they faked the landing on the Moon ?
No Pictures of the event??? Sounds Fishy to me. They won't post any pictures until everyone is back home....... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | PICTURES! Beggin Jim is helping share the photography and has the golf pic's but here are what I have so far! Enjoy: We are! :D ;)
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | 
Amelia Sunset!
As Beal Says so Well: "It does not Suck!
Nicely Said!
More cominig! |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Mike, thank you very much! Looks like everybody is having a great time! |
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Location: the BIG Metropolis of TR | ....Works everytime......... ;) |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Oh Good the chinese food is here, I'm hungry!! :D |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | New Yersey Garden westerwant 24 hour deliwery is great. They never close. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | At first I thought they were lying about the weather because everyone was wearing jeans, but the last few pictures look awfully warm. Just a little below freezing this morning and had a snowstorm in eastern Idaho yesterday. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | "The weather is here, wish you were beautiful."
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| I am missing another good one. You boy's have fun!
Looking forward to the fall factory gig.
That is a priceless photo Al. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Well he still has all his arms and legs, so he's doing well! Monty meets Vader |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Congrats to Mike and Brad on the songwriting competition. Is there anyone trustworthy enough to verify Beal's 82 on the golf course or are you sworn to secrecy? |
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Location: GA USA | Thanks for the pix, Mikey. There's something about Blues Sailor that's different than I remember... oh yeah, he's playing a guitar.
And something tells me Beggin and TR were sitting a little closer until somebody pulled out a camera.
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Location: 6 String Ranch | A career in the Music Industry---30 years
Getting more than 100 guitars----More than $100,000
Getting lessons and learning how to play---More money and more years
spending four days with great people putting it all to use---Priceless
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Location: Boise, Idaho | It sounds like a great idea and great event you put on, Bill. If it did suck, you'd get the blame, so since it didn't suck you should get the credit, even for the good weather.
Maybe I should get guitar lessons. The golf lessons were a waste of money.
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Location: Midland, MI | Looking at those pictures reminds me of how much fun I had at the OFC get together last year. The best part (after the ride/hanging with Brad and Brian) was meeting all of the regulars from here that were there. The Amelia Island thing looks like it was at least as much fun. And warmer. ;) |
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Location: closely held secret | To all who participated...
I was totally struck speechless when I realized that what I suspected to be a setup was in reality an astounding gift. When I was presented with the Koala and realized the true situation I literally could find no words to say (possibly the real motivation).
I have always been amazed by the kindness and generosity of members here, but I now have a new respect for this community, which is unlike any other I have been a member of.
As much as I have coveted (lusted) after this guitar, it is not about the guitar. It is about the incredible gift of friendship and 'kinship' I feel from so many of you.
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Location: closely held secret | To all who participated...
I was totally struck speechless when I realized that what I suspected to be a setup was in reality an astounding gift. When I was presented with the Koala and realized the true situation I literally could find no words to say (possibly the real motivation).
I have always been amazed by the kindness and generosity of members here, but I now have a new respect for this community, which is unlike any other I have been a member of.
As much as I have coveted (lusted) after this guitar, it is not about the guitar. It is about the incredible gift of friendship and 'kinship' I feel from so many of you.
Thank you so much. |
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Location: the BIG Metropolis of TR | .....Pictures? |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | He wept like the mother of the bride....
After we showed him which way faced out.... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Once you calm down, we'll post the terms and conditions. Jeff can tell you how long it took for the Wooden Roundback to get back to him. I'll bring a fresh battery and set of strings next time I'm in Portland.
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Guess we'll have to wait for another late night Mishka PhotoFest.. meantime, we'll have to approximate... (hey, all the photoshop pro's are in Florida, I do what I can!)
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Location: closely held secret | Thanks, David. I guess I deserve that.
Sorry, I've been too busy to remember to bring my camera. It really has been a great time here. The classes have been awesome, the food has been great, the weather has been perfect, only thing lacking has been sleep. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Sleep?
Sleep when you're old - play guitar and tell tall tales! That's what ya went for! |
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Location: big island | congratulations on your wonderful gift, john! we'll be waiting for the next CD, which you can title, "sleep". ;) |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Hello All...the pic's are still in my camera..which is in the back of my truck with the lock to my brand new Leer truck cap: frozen: won't open...getting WD-40 tomorrow and will post pic's as soon as I can get a minute or two to do so.
Let me say that Matt Smith is one of the most awesome bluesmen and guitar teachers I have ever known: simply incredible and a very humble and kind soul at that...We're not worthy! lol
Dinner tonite at the Crab Shack (wonderful) and then a great Jam session w/many participating: you had to be there....
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Thanks, David. I guess I deserve that. Not at all, John. Just going for a few cheap laughs for those of us on the outside looking in.
Congrats on the wonderful gift! We look forward to seeing/hearing more about that and other happenings out there.
You wouldn't believe it, it's been snowing off and on here for several days. Officially the latest it's EVER snowed in Portland! |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Congrats, John! Enjoy!! |
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Location: GA USA | Nice, Dave. But you left out the tears.
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Location: South of most, North of few | John, when I first heard about the "plan" a while ago, I knew it would be an emotional time. I just wish I could have been there to see it.
That being said, now if you would just please place the guitar in the case and mail it to me....
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Location: Marlton, NJ | Wabbit - congrats! It couldn't happen to a nicer guy! |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by Trader Jim:
...That being said, now if you would just please place the guitar in the case and mail it to me....
what,..they didn't tell you it's an interval ownership thing..? no, do not send it to tj! he will sell it like some old timeshare when it's his interval. :D |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | John, it couldn't happen to a nicer guy.
Or be done by a nicer bunch of guys.
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Location: Alberta, Canada | Nicer bunch of guys? You are tearing down hard won reputations. Sure you don't want to rethink that statement? :)
Good on ya, Wabbit. Enjoy!
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Location: Bluffton, SC | "Nicer bunch of guys? You are tearing down hard won reputations. Sure you don't want to rethink that statement? "
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Congratulations John. Forget about picture(What am I saying!!). We want details of the presentation. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
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Location: Alberta, Canada | Originally posted by Weaser P:
"Nicer bunch of guys? You are tearing down hard won reputations. Sure you don't want to rethink that statement? "
Don't worry, colt - they'll earn 'em back.
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Location: Alberta, Canada | Originally posted by stephent28:
Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
82 What a great time.
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Location: closely held secret | It's Saturday evening, an hour before Matt goes on, followed by whichever OFC'rs want to do a song, and I'm sitting by the fountain in the Frisky Mermaid courtyard enjoying a cigar. It's been a GREAT long weekend of laughing, playing guitars, barbeque and spending time with good friends, old and new. The hotel staff has been very good to us, and the weather has been perfect. As usual, Matt has been an incredible teacher.
Many, many thanks to Beal for arranging and orchestrating everything, and for his and his wife's hospitality. It's been a wonderful time.
If this event is repeated I HIGHLY recommend attending. I'm sure the class size will be limited, so don't think twice, it's alright...
Video will be forthcoming. Tim has been diligently taping everything and will be releasing a DVD set.
The presentation:
Jeff W announced there was going to be a drawing for a guitar and everyone put in a slip. When he called my name I was startled, because I never win drawings.
When I went up front he started pulling other slips out and they all had some form of my screen name. Now I was totally confused. Thinking that Jeff was in charge, I was immediately suspicious. I actually expected to open the case and find the pieces of the Celeb from last year glued together.
So imagine how I felt when I opened the case and found the Koala. Then it was explained to me how it came about. I honestly didn't know what to say, I was overwhelmed. I feel very honored.
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Location: East Tennessee | Originally posted by lanaki:
no, do not send it to tj! he will sell it like some old timeshare when it's his interval. :D Randy,
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Music and I, unfortunately, had to leave this morning and miss the last session. Family matters called for Music to need to be home tonight and he will have to drive sbout 11 hours total today to get home.
I could write pages and pages about the great time that we had but ya'll already know this. I can never thank Beal and Lorraine enough for their gracious hospitality and tireless efforts to make all of us feel at home. Matt is an amazing player, teacher and person. He has given this idiot hope that I can be a real player someday and this is nothing short of a miracle. He treated everyone like they were long lost brothers. I can't really say enough about him.
Thanks to all the rest of the group for putting up with me (in soooo many ways). It was an honor and pleasure to spend time with each of you and I can't wait til we can do it again.
Well, enough for now. I need to slap Music in the head to keep him awake, especially since he is driving.
SHOULDA BEEN THERE!!! |
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Location: closely held secret | Waiting to board in JAX. Ran into Al, slipkid and tuppy who were grabbing lunch, which was great as I hadn't had a chance to say goodbye.
My thanks again to everyone for a most memorable time! |
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Location: South of most, North of few | Jimbo, you're right, I shoulda been there. The wife's birthday was more important. At least that's what she said... :rolleyes:
John, enjoy that guitar! I know you will. Hope everyone has a safe trip home. |
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| Some impressions -
This has been one of the best few days a person could ask for. Songwriter's night at the Mermaid was fun and anxious at the same time, especially for us first-time performers. No need for anxiety with all the warm support from the OFCers for each other (as well as for the locals). Icing on the cake - OFCers MusicMike & Slipkid taking 1st and 2nd place in the competition.
The golfers had a grand time, while those of us who didn't golf enjoyed a relaxing day getting to know one another. Sitting on the porch at Florida House, discussing life, the universe and everything with Paul Templeman and Al was priceless (BTW, Al never closes). Tooling around the island on scooters with Al, BluesSailor & Slipkid was a blast.
BBQ at Beal's house watching the sunset, playing priceless guitars, and getting together with friends old and new - what could be better? All those same (now full) friends moving on to O'Kane's to listen to and jam with Davis & Pam Turner, two OUSTANDING performers.
Clinic the morning after, and Matt's warning that the information coming at us would be like "sipping at a firehose" proves true. In just the first 3-hour session I learn more about music and how I can apply it to my playing than I've learned in 20+ years of noodling on guitar. It helps that Matt, in addition to being one of the most talented, gifted and accomplished singer/songwriter/guitarists you will ever meet, also happens to be an extremely effective teacher. It helps that he's also one of the warmest, friendliest people you could ever know. Of course one of the highlights of the morning is Wabbit's expression upon realizing that we all pitched in to get him to stop whining - um, er get him the koala he's been lusting after for two years.
After a group dinner and another evening at O'Kane's, impromptu jams broke out among attendees. Just when you think things couldn't be more entertaining, you get to jam with all of the folks you've been posting with on the board. Hours pass like minutes with all the fun.
Another day just like the one before, learning slide and more secrets to becoming the "cool" guitar player, highlighted by Matt's performance at the Mermaid. His solo set, followed by a set with him jamming with Temp, Debanjo, Beal and Wabbit was incredible. Knowing that this was our last night kept many of us up jamming into the wee hours with a local bluegrass girl who joined us after Matt's show.
A big thank you to Matt for his excellent instruction. His technical lessons were only part of the experience. Just as important are his lessons on what it means to be a musician, to bring the joy and unity of music to others. His teachings will take this mediocre hack and make me a reasonably adequate guitarist, and those who are already great guitarists truly special.
Another large thank you to all of the attendees for their warm friendship and camaraderie. We're all different, with vastly different views on many things. Yet all of those differences disappear and matter not one whit in our shared love for guitars and making music.
The biggest thanks go to Beal and Raine for their warmth, hospitality and the incredible amount of work that went into putting this together and making it an unqualified success. May it be the first of many.
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Location: Orlando, FL | Wow! What a blast the last 4 days have been. My brain nearly exploded from the sheer volume of all the amazing new information I have. Matt is one hell of a teacher! He makes complex concepts easily understandable. We all have a lot of stuff to practice, but no problem, we learned how to practice effectively too! Matt is not only a great teacher, but an amazing guitarist, singer, songwriter and entertainer. And he's a really nice guy too!
It was really great meeting everyone in person, and not surprisingly, everybody was pretty much what you would expect after reading all their posts! It was great jamming with everyone and playing all those songs I'd forgotten 25 years ago!
Amelia Island was great! I saw more great live music in the last 4 days than I've seen in the last six months! There is so much music every night within a small area. It's easy to see why Beal and Loraine like it so much! Well, that and their amazing place on the intercoastal waterway. Thanks so much to Beal for instigating this event and to both him and Lorraine for opening up their home to us - it was wonderful. It was easy to get dizzy just looking at all the amazing guitars everywhere.
So thanks to Matt. Thanks to Beal. Thanks to Lorraine. Thanks to Temp for being instructional "Rhythm Bitch", providing the additional slide instruction and a couple of cool history lessons. Thanks to everybody there for making this so damn much fun! And a huge thanks to "Mr. Big", without whom, none of us would have met and we all would have had far fewer guitars! And a big thanks to Mrs Zilla, for coming along, even though she was a bit under the weather she had a great time with the other SWMBOs! If you want to encourage your other half to come to an event let me know. My wife is on a mission to get more spouses traveling so they can do some serious shopping! |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | I have to ask, what was the oldest Ovation played at the gathering? |
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| Not sure about the oldest O, but Beal brought along a 1939 Martin D-18 and a few 1920's and 1930's Nationals.
edit - that Martin is a CANNON. Never before did I understand why people went gaga over pre-war Martins. Now I know. |
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Location: Orlando, FL | There were so many great guitars - Ovations, Adamaii, Taks, Collings, Nationals a Lowden an Esteban and even a Taylor. I have no idea what the oldest O was, but the oldest guitar was probably one of Beal's Nationals or his rare acoustic lap steel that dated back to the late 20's. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Sometimes, when you miss an event that you really want to be at, you look for one capsule to take with you that makes missing it bearable.
From Designzilla: "Paul Tempelman - Rhythm Bitch"
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Location: Orlando, FL | That's instructional "Rhythm Bitch". Paul would patiently play a chord progression so Matt could demo some amazing trick and then again for the entire class as we had our collective "bag of cats" moment. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | No question that you guys had a ton of fun.
Sounds like a Tour to me. |
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Location: the BIG Metropolis of TR | Sounds like a great time was had by all!
Most of you guys from out West are headed back to nasty weather and colder temps after being in paradise! :eek: (come to think about it - It ain't to warm right now here in da South!)
I hope Music's "Family matters" aren't serious....
Man,I wish I'd been there! |
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| We missed ya, TR! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | and so after many had left I was talking with Joe and Diane and Diane said that of all the groups they have ever had this one was the absolute best. Everyone was so cooperative, nobody went mental on them complaining about something, the group was very respectful of the staff and one person even pitched in and was pouring coffee for other customers.
They had a great time having the OFC there.
Thanks to all of you for coming, for being kind and for being who you are. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | The oldest Ovation was probably Adamas #35, 1976. |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Thanx MB! I sure hope it shows up in the pics. |
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| Originally posted by 2ifbyC:
Thanx MB! I sure hope it shows up in the pics. iffy - this pic's from g8rbowl08, but #35 is there. It's one of the 3 light blue slothead Adamas in the left-center of the group. Beal can ID which one it is exactly.
and here's another teaser from GuitarDiGras: Slipkid makin' the northerners jealous
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Location: south east Michigan | It's well after midnight and I'm not home yet.
Lots of flight delays.
I worked on my "Island Review Post" on the plane. Only 4 handwritten pages so far.
Right now I'm at my office.
Be home in about a half hour. |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Finally home after 11 hours on the road, traffic and road construction was horrible on I-95...can't go too sleep, I'm strung out on too much coffee and fantastic friendship's realized over the last five days. I'm really on an emotional roller coaster right now.
These were the absolute greatest bunch of people I have ever met! Matt is just the best, Bobbo put up with my sh@t and taught me a bunch of new songs and wailed on the doubleneck, Slipkid got me to actually play and sing (Thanks Bradly), Music & Beggin both made me feel like we've known each other for years, ProfBB for making me want to visit Colorado and see his "Man's Room", Wabbit for dazzling me with alternate tunings, StephenT gave me a new case of GAS, Beggin made sure I didn't go home empty handed by letting me take home the Crimson Viper, BluesSailor-thanks for for the duo this morning & the coffee :) really, the list just goes on and on, Cliff, Al, Tupp, Moody, G8tr, 'Zilla, Temp, Connie, Mark, JeffW and all the others for readily passing around their guitars to sample, encouragement to join-in, ask questions, badger, insult, jest, etc....and finally, Beal, for being so generous with his passion for music and the OFC...a thousand Thank You's would never be enough...a picture sum's it up
Also, after I decompress some and sleep, I'll start working on the 18+ hours of video and try to figure out the best way to get it out on DVD |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | As requested, Wabbit Joy
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Good Morning everyone!
Good on ya Tim: I also just got to the computer after a nearly 13 hour drive from Amelia Island: not the best day to travel: many returning from spring break and the construction delays on four separate interstates were hard to handle, not to mention the congestion from traffic alone! I got in close to 11 pm and just got up at 7am. I am thankful to be home with my family!
This week was one of the greatest experiences of my life! I cannot thank everyone involved enough! The Florida House Inn made us feel like family; the generosity and hospitality of Beal and his wife Lorraine were beyond gracious: they also made us feel like family! The comradely of the OFC group was fantastic; again we were one large family! We tried to leave the Island as we found it: great scenery, lively night life, fabulous restaurants and cafes, and quaint shops for souvenirs and essentials.
Matt Smith deserves our profound thanks and respect: he is a gracious, humble, and loving man with a passion and talent for the guitar that is unmatched by anyone I know! The seminar was beyond my wildest expectations: there was literally something for everyone! In addition to Matt, our own Paul Templeman provided some great tips on playing slide guitar and kept us entertained with his English humor and wit. Fabulous! Also our thanks to Steve Sutton for his talent on guitar and banjo: what an awesome talent! It was interesting to see the faces of the participants as they lit up with recognition on some points of Matt's teaching where it made their previous experience come to life with new-found realizations! There is no way to adequately thank Matt other than to support him (through his web-site linked on this board) by buying his CD's and other items. This was truly a once in a lifetime event!
HOWEVER, with that said, we have an announcement:
We will be offering a DVD of the clinic later this summer! The price is still being worked out but it will be surprisingly inexpensive compared to the cost of this trip (priceless)! Tim and I are working on it: Tim videoed the entire clinic and I have photographed (with several others lending their photo's to the project) the entire event as well. In addition to this, Jerome has dedicated a part of his site to the photos of the participants and their guitars which I also photographed! It will be available later this month and I will announce it to you as soon as it becomes available!
Well, I need to have some coffee and relax a bit!
One last note: none of this would have been possible without the support given by this website! Please support it by following the link provided at the end of the page and help keep it growing and available: the plain and simple fact is that it costs money! (this is my personal plea: it did not involve any member of the administration of this site in any way nor did they have prior knowledge of it: I felt it just needed to be stated: what you do is up to you; it’s just a request!)
Also a personal thanks to Al and Miles for their hours of oversight and love of all things Ovation in getting and maintaining this board.
So, "Have you played your Ovation today?" |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | iffy - this pic's from g8rbowl08, but #35 is there. It's one of the 3 light blue slothead Adamas in the left-center of the group. Beal can ID which one it is exactly.
As you can see: it's a -2 not a -8: this photo is of me playing #35 at Beal's BBQ on Thursday night: there is quite a story about this original slothead...Thanks Beal! |
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| brain fart - twas late at night |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | NP g8r- today is like one big one for me...wow, its gonna take a week to recover: I enjoyed getting to know you and your family is beautiful! see you hopefully at the Southern Jam II...All the best! |
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Location: nyc area | I have given literally hundreds of workshops.. The Amelia event was the best, hands down... to be a part of this family is truly a blessing... I got little sleep because I didn't want to miss a moment of the fun!!! Beal deserves major kudos for putting this together, and I now have a whole other family... Long Live The OFC!!!
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Location: nyc area | I have given literally hundreds of workshops.. The Amelia event was the best, hands down... to be a part of this family is truly a blessing... I got little sleep because I didn't want to miss a moment of the fun!!! Beal deserves major kudos for putting this together, and I now have a whole other family... Long Live The OFC!!!
DON"T BE THAT GUY!!!!!http://www.ovationfanclub.com/cgi-bin/ubb/non-cgi/icons/icon7.gif |
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Location: south east Michigan | Warning: this is a long one but it does have a point to make
Report: The Amelia Island Affair
Shorts & Sandles time for this northern boy.
An event with many firsts.
1) For the first time…. I was backed up by my own personal little band. Wednesday afternoon after Dave, Bill, & Cliff ran through their wind songs, I got up to give my own a little test drive. I had always pictured that for better or worse, this would be a solo act. Unfortunately my music partner Brian was not there to make me sound better.
I think I got through only a verse or two before Bill stepped up to play along. Quickly he figured that a high-strung (Nashville?) tuned guitar would thicken up the sound a bit. Then Cliff came up to play the cahone. Then Paul just walked up and plugged in his lap steel.
Later that night when my name was called, (the very LAST name by the way), up strides Bill, Cliff & Paul to back me up. Then Wabbit came out of nowhere and picked up a bass. I gotta say…. If I had any more support I would have banged my head on a ceiling beam. To have musicians of that caliber behind my embarrassing simple two chord song was a feeling I will never forget.
I learned many things at this clinic about the technical aspects, the nuts and bolts so to speak of the guitar. But the most important thing I learned, the thing that ties is all together, is the definition of just what a musician is. Matt brought that up a number of times. Sometimes with just a passing reference and sometimes with a lengthy statement. With that little seed planted in my head, I then watched performance after performance that demonstrated that idea. All week long Matt, Paul, Cliff, and special guests Davis and Steve showed me the difference between just playing notes and living the music that you play. There is a magic bond and special connection between real musicians when they play together. It is a separate language all on its own. With all the concerts I’ve been to and all the time I’ve played myself, and all the other OFC tour events I’ve witnessed… I never got it … until now. I felt just the tiniest taste of it when I played my wind song. After being announced the winner of second place I was asked to come up and play the song again. And I felt it again. Like the door opening just a crack to a room with a very bright light in it. It was just our first night there so I did not yet understand what had happened. All I knew was that I could not hold back the smiles and laughter. I was so fooking happy.
Now… often on the board and especially at any type of gathering the question of just how and why this board is what it is comes up. Why is this board different than any others that we have been on? Is it just a certain brand of guitar that we have in common? Is it just because we have taken the time and expense to meet up once in a while? Is it just because of the way this board is moderated? Nope. But I think I figured it out. We my friends, in the true definition of the word, in the Matt Smith definition of the word, are musicians . We my not have the skills, we may not be able to jam with the best, but in our heart of hearts we are all musicians. That best explains the vibes we experience on this board and at our gatherings. It’s the same feeling I had when that door cracked open just a tiny bit to that room of bright light.
I’ll just continue on with any meager skills I have been blessed with or can develope but I now have a better understanding of it all.
That was the important thing. The rest is just fun stuff.
Read on if you wish.
2) For the first time…. I had moonshine. I won’t say where or how I got it but boy oh boy was it good.
3) For the first time…. I rode a motorcycle. Okay… a motor SCOOTER. .. but that’s close enough for me. G8r, BluesSailor, Al and I took to the streets of Amelia Island. I will admit to have experienced and few tightly clinched anus moments and much of the time my hands were in white knuckle, Vulcan Death Grip Mode. Luckily I did not injure myself and we all had a good time.
4) For the first time…. I played a couple songs for a bar full of “happy” people. Paul & Wabbit stepped up to help but not even they could stop the train wreck the ensued. First let me get my excuses out of the way. .. A) unfamiliar guitar. B) hot mic C) guitar strap way, way to short. C) Perhaps I had consumed a tad to much liquid courage myself and after my MAJOR SECOND PLACE AWARD, I was feeling a little bullet proof. I stumbled and tripped through the first song but the crowd was to “happy” to care. I hear that the second song had some girls in the front dancing. The third song was a train wreck. Just a wrong, unfortunate choice of material. Nobody knew what the hell I was trying to play. The crowd fell into a deep, dark, drunken Irish apathy. I fell into the old, “Just One More Song” trap. I should have stopped at two and been happy.
Live & Learn… Live & Learn.
Lastly, when the DVDs come out you guys can look at the wind contest and judge for yourselves. Let me just say that Bill, Cliff, Wabbit and Dave had some great songs that the crowd really got into. The rules state very clearly that the decision of the judges cannot be argued with but I still got a sense that somebody got robbed. I’ll gladly take the lessons I learned from the event and I did my best to “Pay It Forward” by treating some good friends to some waffles and bacon.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | A few random pictures:
The Infamous Mr. Big
Motley Golf Crew. Left to right:Tim from T, ProfBB, Connie, Beggin, Tuppy, Beal, stephent28, elginacres,cliff, moody P.I., Music, stonebobbo, Wabbit.
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Location: NJ | It's cold outside, it's drizzling, it's grey, and it's miserable.
My voice is slightly above a hoarse whisper.
My eyes look two piss-holes in the snow (by someone with blood in his urine).
My head hurts.
My shoulders are stiff.
My fingers refuse to answer my calls.
My hair hurts.
The last time I had anything that even CLOSELY resembles a decent night's sleep was Good Friday.
The only thing that separates me from a Walking Cadaver is the Shit-Eating-Grin on my face . . . . |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | one more:
g8r singin his "wind" song with his new aquisition. Great job g8r! |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Make sure to post these pics into the Gatherings forum, guys! Good stuff! Thanks! |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | After reading all of the trans and post action reports, I have a major dose of non-attendee remorse.
If I may draw a parallel:
In the military the mission is utmost. Regardless of training, background, social status, abilities, etc. the 'team' members pull together to accomplish a common goal.
Your reports remind me of that precious comradeship that builds friendships, knowledge, confidence and sense of mission accomplished, regardless of 'rank'.
"Our mission is music!"
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Location: GA USA | Originally posted by MusicMishka:
We will be offering a DVD of the clinic later this summer! Mike, to be clear, is this an instructional DVD foremost? That would be great. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Just got back to Denver. Couldn't make any unday flights, so I caught one at 6:00 a.m. Monday. I would echo all of what has previously been said, but three things really stand out:
1. Beal's graciousness as a host.
2. The absolute canon in the 2080 with the big string on the low E. The general consensus is that set up this way, it isn't a guitar at all. More like an electric six-string cello played fingerstyle.
3. The smooth style of a pro musician observed in Steve (Debanjo?). Steve's talent to "fit in" with any music just blew me away. It is incredibly humbling to watch a real Nashville musician at work. A genuinely nice gentleman as well. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Mike: I have something I'm sending you: please pm me your address! |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Mike, to be clear, is this an instructional DVD foremost? That would be great. Yes, that is exactly what it will be: Tim took the video of each class session and I took the close ups of all the charts and a few pic's of folks in the class. Matt's Concert from Saturday night along with pictures of Beals guitar collection will not be included for obvious reasons! There are some live Matt Smith songs that he did for the class that will be included. Matt gave us his blessing to do this and I gave my word to him and Beal that I would not put certain things in (as is stated above). Please do not put your orders in yet: Tim and I need a few days to decompress and then to start working on the process. We both have full time occupations and I have to finish Seminary (May 10th). Patience is a virtue and will be rewarded in this case! ;) :D |
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Location: south east Michigan | Mike... what about all the OFC wind songs?
Think you could squeeze all them in? |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Hey Brad; yes I don't see why not: Tim did video that competition as well: should be an easy addition: The main thing to work on is the length of the DVD's: multiple DVD sets will of course be more expensive. When we get an idea of the length and format we'll know more and I'll post it. Good question though and we'll work on it. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
Just got back to Denver. Couldn't make any unday flights, so I caught one at 6:00 a.m. Monday. I left a day before the Professor and I have yet to get home. Currently stuck in DFW awaiting American to right the sting of fookups they have managed dump upon Lia and myself. I assume the luggage is in Denver and we have finally been guaranteed a flight home in a few hours.....bummer end :( to a fabulous week! :D
Originally posted by cliff:
The only thing that separates me from a Walking Cadaver is the Shit-Eating-Grin on my face . . . . Well said my brother..... I am especially feeling it right now!
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Here's another great quote from Matt Smith just after he took his seat on stage for a sound check in preparation for Saturday night's show . . .
"Hey, somebody want to loan me a guitar?" |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Thanks to all. It was an intense and wonderful time.
I've been diagnosed with "WoodenBox Elbow" after playing a non-Ovation for 14 hours in three days.
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Location: NJ | On Sunday afternoon (when the weather "turned", and we were tired of walking around), Matt, MasterJeffrey, and myself left one last assault on the FloridaHouse by having an impromptu SongWriting Session on the back porch with a couple guitars & a pen/paper . . .
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Location: Carle Place, NY | For those who have failure-to-attend remorse, think about it this way in the event that there's another OFC Matt Smith Clinic:
Do you ever feel like your skills as a guitarist have stagnated? Or that your former passion for playing has diminished? Or that you just can't achieve what you'd like to do on the guitar? Or that you simply want to get better at playing guitar in the most efficient and enjoyable way?
If so, you NEED this clinic. Think about how much you've spent on nice guitars. A great guitar sure is nice to play. However a better guitar, in and of itself, won't necessarily make you a better guitarist. Matt Smith will.
I've taken two of Matt Smith's clinics and both times I came away with a feeling that my guitar playing enthusiasm batteries have been fully recharged. Matt Smith is the best guitar instructor that you will ever meet. He's also the consumate musician.
On Saturday night Matt started the show with a set in which he played five different types of guitar/guitar-like instruments: 6 string acoustic, 6 string electric (VXT), 6 string baritone, mandolin and lap slide. He's a master at each of them and we all got front row seats to a performance which was beyond incredible.
Taking the clinic and watching Matt play will inspire you. No matter what your abilities may be, you will come away a better musician. Not only that, you'll have learned loads of techniques to practice to become even better.
Spaces at these clinic will always be limited. If another clinic is offered don't make excuses. Instead, make it a priority to attend.
Thank you Beal and Matt and everyone else who made this weekend so special.
Thank you Al (a/k/a Mr. Big) and Miles for creating this board and starting this community.
Lastly, but certainly not least, thank you Charles Kaman for inventing the guitar which has been the genesis of this great community. |
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Location: Scotland | Way, way too much fun. I've been up for 27 hours straight, and coupled with the lack of sleep on Saturday night, I currently have my worst case of Jet-Lag ever. (Matt Smith had the genius idea of going to a waffle house for breakfast at 3.00am so we could sleep late........ Hmmm)
I'm glad I flew direct to Glasgow. They've opened a new terminal at Heathrow and the whole thing is totally Fubar.
I can't add much to what's already been said, except that it's almost seems like a contridiction in terms to be able to seriously improve your skills as a musician, while constantly laughing your ass off, but that's what it was like. If something like this ever happens again you owe it to yourselves to make the effort. |
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Location: Carle Place, NY | I'm so chagrined.
THANK YOU Paul Templeman!
Not only did Paul assist Matt with the clinics, he also gave instructions on using a pro mixer and the proper way to do a sound check.
Even more, Paul supplied the lap slide guitar which he generously donated for a raffle. Paul also supplied and expertly played a percussion box called a cajon. This thing is so simple in appearance that it seemed magical in the array of drum sounds that it produced. Cliff did a superb job on the cajon also and even did some drum solos. Cliff's take on Wipe Out was magnificent with some excellent acoustic lead by Stonebobbo. |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | yeah...
'WipeOut" was a tour d'force...
I've said this many times to Bobbo in person... but, it bears repeating to the larger audience...
NOBODY sells a song better than Bobbo.
"Right Field" was just one example. Anyone who has been around StoneBobbo during a jam session knows this... he's infectious. |
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Location: NJ | well......
finally had a chance to post on this it has been a busy morning.
my flight was 5 minutes late but we circled philly for 30 minutes before landing and then it took 40 minutes for luggage. Not as bad as others have experienced.
i arrived thurs to find witko, cliff and Brad waiting for me. we jumped in the van and went to the florida house. I finally realized I couild decompress a while and relax. that evening was the songwriters contest and I have to tell you I think Bill and Witko were robbed!!!!!! they both did an excellent job, although I am partial to witko's tune since he asked me to join him and play a solo. Not sure how the solo came out since I could not hear myself in the monitors but that is the risk of live performance.
thurs hooked up and rode scooters BIG FUN they had governors so we could only do 30MPH and mine only did 23..... it would not get out of its own way. BTW I NEVER CLOSE ask the guys hanging with me on the front porch of the florida house. Cell phone in hand I was making it happen out in the world.
Big thanks to Bill and his lovely wife for opening their home to us for a barbecue. We all ended up closing o'kanes that evening.
Fri night after dinner we had a jam at the conference room. matt, steve, temp and cliff knocked us all out. After they were through I picked up a guitar to show someone the chords for "Little wing" and wound up with that same guitar in my hands for over 2 hours playing a bunch of old tunes sharing licks and adding my frog throated vocals to bobbo's velvet voice.
sat night was very surreal. I think the ether kicked in by then.... Matt's performance was again stellar, afterwards we went out to the back patio and jammed....in came some bims holding drinks and giving us requests, then some dude came by with an upright bass... we got thrown out of the patio went to the back parking lot, got thrown out of then and into the conference room, there a woman moody picked up at the bar started playing some really cool jazz standards and singing and we started all over again
more drinking more playing more fun
sometime around 1:30 a guy came walking in with a guild acoustic bass and his wife and daughter and a cooler of beer, they joined in. later Matt showed up, more jamming more drinking more fun, the bass players daughter played some tunes, the hours ticked away.
Matt decides we need to get breakfast so we can sleep early. I consulted my attorney and agreed. so off we go to huddle house. then there was what we agreed to only refer to as "the incident" sometime around 4:30 witko and I stopped laughing and went to sleep...... or was I dreaming the whole time???
surprises for me?
well having your face on a t shirt is rather strange. Total stranger would look at me nonchalantly and point and whisper "that's the guy on the t-shirt". It was a TOTAL surprise to me as well as matt writing and dedicating a tune to me at his gig. Now I understand witko's insistence on my attendance.
So good to see so many of you from the past and to meet others for the first time.
cliff and temp always amaze me and make me laugh!
stephenT witko and I talked hi end audio for hours like we were long lost brothers.
slipkid did not have anything but a cheshire cat grin on his face all weekend.
g8r has great taste in rum and a seriously cool family. and if when I sat in with cliff winds up on a video you can blame him for my sucky performance. ( the guitar was drinking not me)
zilla's wife tried to pick me up at o'kane's or did I dream that?
beggin jim made me laugh over and over even if I thought grits with a philly cheesesteak omlet was so so wrong.
Moody would not tell me what he ordered at the crab trap restaurant but I have it from a good source it was a steak.
Beal always a pleasure
Matt unlocks the secrets of the ages
A total pleasure to share a drink a chat a meal or a tune with all of you. It is rather difficult to grasp that putting up a message board out in cyberspace could result in exponentially widening my scope of friends.
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Location: NJ | i forgot to add
the first thing sue said to me when I got into the truck was "do you want to go out for a pizza???"
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Location: Scotland | Originally posted by Mitchrx:
e. Paul also supplied and expertly played a percussion box called a cajon. This thing is so simple in appearance that it seemed magical in the array of drum sounds that it produced. Cliff did a superb job on the cajon also and even did some drum solos. The cajon is a very cool instrument. I know a lot of you were taken with the one I brought over (which now lives with Cliff) and asked where you could get one. Well, surprise, surprise.....talk to Al.
This is a new Latin Percussion model I tried at NAMM and it's stunning.
LP angle panel Cajon.
Only difficulty with this one might be finding a gig-bag to fit, unless they start making one specifically for it. LP make a few other models starting from around $150. Al will be able to hook you up, and I'm sure he'll be able cut you a great deal. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Well, he does let Tup onto his room.
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Location: NJ | Oooooohhhh . . . that LP model IS a nice one, innit??
(Beal, don't forget our conversation)
btw Paul;
ThankYou for the new addition to the arsenal.
I'm sure my neighbors will be loving me LONG Time . . .
I had thought about taking a marker & having everyone sign the back panel, but the thought eventually got fogged-in later that night(fancy that) . . .
It IS quite a cool bit o'kit.
I've heard 'em a couple bar bands, but I think they just didn't know what they were doing with 'em . . .
They are QUITE a lotta' fun!
On Saturday afternoon, I walked into a little local shop and the woman came out from behind the counter, gave me a big hug & said:
". . You were "that guy" in the orange shoes banging on the box!!! . . . yewww were gooood!!!! . . ." Whatta' GREAT little town!! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Since we were talking about who played with Mickey's and Santa's balls, I thought that someone just decided to toss in a reference to Paul's in an attempt to stay on topic. |
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| Originally posted by alpep:
thurs hooked up and rode scooters BIG FUN they had governors so we could only do 30MPH and mine only did 23..... Ya forgot to add "downhill with a tailwind" :D |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I was looking for leads on the Cajon percussion instrument with both Temp and Al before the end of Saturday evening. Every bandroom needs one for visitors not talented enough to hop on the drum set. |
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Location: closely held secret | Mark, Stephen & I had Santa's balls. He hung in like a champ until the 17th hole, when he decided to go swimming. We continued on without him. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | That's impressive, John. I looked at the website on that course and thought there was way too much water and not enough land for me.
I was thinking that if I went I would be embarassed as a guitar player, but maybe could at least hang with you guys on the golf course. I doubt I could have broken 100, though, unless we didn't count penalty strokes and allowed as many Mulligans as necessary. |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Originally posted by Trader Jim:
The thing that really ticks me off is the fact that it was only a 5 hour drive for me and I couldn't make it. It won't happen again.. :mad: TJ,
Your bride and family come first. Hence likewise my no-show. But let's pledge to make the next one! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Mark, Stephen & I had Santa's balls. He hung in like a champ until the 17th hole, when he decided to go swimming. We continued on without him. John, wasn't it the 17th hole that Santa viciously attacked me so we had to put him down? |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | "...the tree."
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
That's impressive, John. I looked at the website on that course and thought there was way too much water and not enough land for me.
I was thinking that if I went I would be embarassed as a guitar player, but maybe could at least hang with you guys on the golf course. I doubt I could have broken 100, though, unless we didn't count penalty strokes and allowed as many Mulligans as necessary. Mark, ProfBB and I had about 30 putts each on the 16th green...but that's a story better left for another day. Someone (who will remain unnamed) must have put a curse on my putter. :mad: |
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| "The Tree" yep, If I may intrude as a non participant? Had one of those movie moments when I slapped a drive somwhere around 320-340yds. I mean this ball was like a bird.... I can drive but this was one of my best..ever....... dog leg right kinda thing at the top of the hill, par 5. I was on the fairway but way right with an uphill shot another 1oo yds to the top and then another 80yds to the green to the right. Yep.........did a rookie gusto shot and decided to take the shortcut, go through the tree's to see if I could green this in 2. Crack hit that ball with my 5 wood figureing the branches would slow the ball some and if I was real lucky it would hit about right. I made the dam green! I mean you could not really see much light through those trees so it was a total fluke! Now all I have to do is put this in and I have that hole I will remember for some time.....................6 putts later...........it was just sad. Man I love that dam game because it is something I know I can't master, and I just laugh all the louder when I do stupid shit like that. Best Ball is a game that was invented for guy's like me. ! |
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Please refer to golf picture of you in Amelia Isle "Gatherings" section. I found your ball! |
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Location: Orlando, FL | I know this is a few pages late, but I want to add my travel horror story.
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
If that picture of Bobbo, Paul, Dave and Jeff was taken on the first night, I'm surprised any of them made it through the weekend. What happened on the last night, well, I'm not real sure we should be talking about that. Some things are best left alone...... |
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Location: Tennessee | In yet another example of darwinism at its finest, I did indeed make it off the island alive and found my way north to Virginia. I'll be home by the end of the week and will post pictures then, if not sooner. I promise. Unless the envelopes full of small denominations of dead presidents find their way into my mailbox. You know who you are. ;)
Ditto to what everyone else has been saying. Thanks to all who participated. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The most amazing thing was that you felt like you were best buds with each and every individual there. I was blown away by the talent that showed up ... everybody brought some with them and some mighty fine musicians were in the house.
And lordy, lordy, lordy ... the guitars. Just sitting out there for play. Original Slotheads, Qs, old Martins, new Collings, unbelievable Takamines, THE original wood top adamas, Beal's new old 1547, sunburst 87C, Adamas #2500, Adamas 1s, Adamas 2s, Utes, FD14, a Lowden, a Guidarby and much more. Yes, a Taylor was on scene (even if we do have to keep a secret of the identities of all those who thought it was more than OK).
Matt was an incredible teacher. He had us "sipping from the firehouse" yet no one choked and gagged. It was amazing how much material we covered in two and a half days. Not to mention he was a blast to be around.
A ton of people did a ton of things to make the weekend what it was. Beal hatched a plan and it worked to perfection. Better maybe. Special thanks to Lorraine ... her hand was in a lot of logistics of keeping 20some mad hatters somewhat contained and out of harm's way, and keeping the guitar widows occupied and feeling the love of Fernandina.
But the wierdest thing thing happened going through the airport on the way out of town. After congregating last time with the band of bros, Tuppy was following me through the security screening and when my bag gets pulled by TSA for a hand search, he goes heads down, grabs his bag and bolts. ;) I still wonder why he looked surprised to see me in the terminal five minutes later. :cool: |
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Location: Earth·SolarSystem·LocalInterstellarCloud·Local Bub | Matt, Cliff and I had the trippy-est cab ride EVER to the Airport...
Turns-out, that our cabby was a drummer for a London-based band that was a contemporary of the Beatles. He was in Hamburg at the same time as the Beatles as they were just getting their legs, playing at the Star Club.
He was a veritable font of information about what was happening in British music scene at that time.
He is also a renowned expert on the worlds "Crown Jewels" and the history of Monarchies...
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Location: NJ | Yes, a strange "trip" it was . . .
We were waiting out front with our bags, expecting a beat-up island taxi with some baseball-capped yahoo behind the wheel.
A pristine mini-van pulls up, and out pops "Neco".
Sixty-Something, well-groomed, well-spoken, wearing shirt/tie and a sharp dark-blue blazer.
He insisted on loading our gear into the back as he was well-versed in loading that particular van . . . and that he'd had experience loading gear as he used t'be in a band.
I told him "You MUST've been the Drummer".
"Yes, . . How'd y'know??"
"Because you've got the VAN!!"
He got a good chuckle out of that one . . .
Anyway, he played with Tony Sheridan at the StarClub and Kaiserkeller at the same time the Beatles were doing the same thing. He also played with a band called Airport that evidently had some minor hits. Years later, they did a bunch of well-paying "Gala" gigs with some other bands/artists that were their contemporaries.
His wife established a successful career designing dolls and through extensive research for that, he became somewhat of an expert on the British Crown Jewels. Evidently, he's amassed over a thousand pieces of artifacts, and is working with the Island to establish a small museum to put it all on exhibit.
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by stonebobbo:
But the wierdest thing thing happened going through the airport on the way out of town. After congregating last time with the band of bros, Tuppy was following me through the security screening and when my bag gets pulled by TSA for a hand search, he goes heads down, grabs his bag and bolts. I've seen what you pack in your luggage ...
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by cliff:
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Finally...well rested and able to put together a few coherent thoughts........
Highlights for me.
Meeting everyone that I had not had the pleasure to meet in person (just via phone or internet).
Finding out that Dave and Al are also audio freaks and like Al said.....it seemed like we had been buddies for 20+ years.
Singing "Nowhere Man" with Bob and Brad (which sounded really good) when Dave came over and added another harmony which made it magical (keeping in mind it was past 2 am and we were mostly shite faced).
A sudden late night trip to the Huddle House which ended in a police vehicle pulling out of the parking lot at high speed...wheels squealing...and rumor had it at the time that a certain Scotsman was involved.
All the camaraderie.
The incredibly gracious staff at the Florida House and Bill and Lorraine for letting us invade their beautiful home.
Matt, Davis, Steve, Paul and Bill who constantly amazed us with their stories and their playing.
Truly a priceless gathering and memory.
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Oh...a few other thoughts/observations (and I know I will probably get banned for one of them).
I was shocked that almost EVERY member there with the exception of Brad, Brad, Dave, and DeBanjo were taller than the Wabbit and myself (who both stand around 6 feet tall). I felt like I had a neck cramp after the first few hours from looking up.
Al's amazing impersonation of the Plumber/Repairman :D ....of which I need say no more ;) |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Well.....Guitar-di-gras is officially finished.
I took Steve to the airport today and everything is back to a quiet island existance.
Just so you all don't feel alone my Chevy had a digestive tract malfunction on the way home Sunday forcing us to have to stay home and play guitars for the next 36 hours.
the conclusions;
I'll probably have to get a new transmission.
The Merrill doesn't cut it and has to go.
The D-18 is in a class by itself but is only an eyebrow or half a head at most, above the rest.
The rest were the Collings D-42, Tak 45, Tak BG. They are all good and depending on what and how you play any one could be the best or the worst. Overall winner is the Tak 45, it's just so comfortable to play and the tone is the best although it is the quietest of the three. Collings was a real close second and the BG has more pronounced individual strings, whereas the 45 and somewhat the D-42 are more of a blend. The Merrill is really good but really has the individual string sound going on. It would be great for single string things but it sounds thin on chords. I've got a Merrill-45 coming in May so this one can go, I need the room!
And then there is the CJ-41 which still is Steve's favorite and we restrung #35 with xlites and it kept up with all the rest of them too, as did #220, the one the rhythm bitch played for much of the clinic. No suprise to anyone here but these Adamii are in a class by themselves, kinda like the D-18. Life is just full of difficult choices..........
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
Overall winner is the Tak 45, it's just so comfortable to play and the tone is the best ... Well, I freakin TOLD Y'ALL, now didn't I ???
I hate those smiley faces but this deserves it. :D :D :D
My conclusion is that any guitar sounds good in Matt's or Steve's hands. Far less so in mine.
There were so many nice guitars there it made you cry. A funny story about the D18 was that Bill choose Sunday morning to break it out after we'd had about 90 minutes sleep from the night before. He was pearched ona stool right behind me and I never knew what he was playing. I couldn't turn my aching neck that far around. All I knew was that every time we played something my shoulder blades would rumble. I attributed it to hangover. Until I got up to go pee (also attributed to hangover) and saw that it was the D18. Fuck. Not sure I could pass up buying TEN TAK45's for the price of ONE D18, but damn freaking nice.
All the Adamas I's and slotheads sounded really nice, as did the '08 Collector. Nice, nice instruments. I was actually VERY impressed with the TAK75 during Matt's show (played by Steve, DUH). Run straight to the board, that puppy sounded real fine. In the hands of meer mortals the Ovations sounded like ovations, Taks sound like Taks, etc. Someone played a Taylor that sounded absolutely like a Taylor ('nuff said). All the Collings and Martins were nice as was Davis' Santa Cruz ...
In the end, it wasn't about the guitars. Wasn't even about the music, really. Like I said at the kick off to Matt "Appreciate you being here, but you know what? We would have come anyway."
It was just that kind of an thing ...
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Location: Fernandina Beach, FL | I had no idea what I was getting into when I ask Bill if I might take a slot in the workshop vacated by a frind of ours.... no idea at all.
I figured I'd get a chance to learn lots of neat guitar stuff, and that was surely the case. I figured it would be a chance to play the guitar for three day stright and the worked out great.
I did not count of the meeting all the great folks that who turned up at the Frisky... who could have anticipated that. I'm gald you all could make it to your little Island; you sure made it a more interesting place for a few days.
I was great to meet you all and I hope everyone makes it back this way some time or another and hope to see you folks again one way or another.
Remember don't be that guy....
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Location: East Tennessee | Originally posted by stephent28:
I've noticed that now when I read a post by Dave, Al, Temp, Beal, etc.....I no longer read the post....I hear the post with the individuals voice. Is this a good thing? :confused: :D |
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Location: NJ | Originally posted by stephent28:
I've noticed that now when I read a post by Dave, Al, Temp, Beal, etc.....I no longer read the post....I hear the post with the individuals voice. that is part of the plan.
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Location: big island | thanks, moody. probably sitka top, maple sides and back. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by alpep:
now wear the shirt and listen to what my voice tells you to do Heh heh heh
It's telling me "Theta...Theta...Theta...except in black"
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by lanaki:
thanks, moody. probably sitka top, maple sides and back. Correct. Here's a link Collings SJ |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by stephent28:
I've noticed that now when I read a post by Dave, Al, Temp, Beal, etc.....I no longer read the post....I hear the post with the individuals voice. It must be getting awfully crowded up there... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Says the high squeaky voice of the wabbit! |
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Location: closely held secret | Learn to love it. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | The SJ is a custom. It's got a Martin style bridge and peghead and the vintage spacing at the bridge and as goes without saying if I have it, a 1 3/4 nut. It's a curley maple b&s and neck with a spruce top, I forgot what kind. And a tiger stripe p/g.
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Location: big island | mahalo for that detailed info, beal! i loved my old gibson j-200 maples but i imagine a collings sj maple would impress me more so. |
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Location: NJ | It's a gorgeous guitar on it's own, but that pickguard REALLY sets it off . . . |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by cliff:
It's a gorgeous guitar on it's own, but that pickguard REALLY sets it off . . . Beal's didn't have a pickguard (I don't think)..... |
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Location: everywhere | your profile sez you're a private investigator.
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by Caravan Rooubishe:
your profile sez you're a private investigator.
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Location: Tennessee | Somebody's stalking you, Moody. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | the OM didn't have a p/g the SJ had the big tiger stripe thing. not sure I like it that much but don't want to change it. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I think the tiger stripes look best on the sunburst guitars. Here's mine on the C-10DB.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | In hindsight, it was risky of us not to have posted armed guards in the evening to watch the contents of the workshop room. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Next time it will be, this time no one knew what was in there. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Beal said, "next time"! |
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Location: closely held secret | That's right, he did.
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| Start planning now. Check the Frisky Mermaid website often. The owner was talking about hosting up to 4 different clinics a year. Only Beal can say when the next OFC clinic might be, but look for it to maybe be an annual event. |
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Location: closely held secret | Serge, I see that '87 moved right up to the top of your list! |
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Location: SoCal | That 87C is a great guitar. A lot of people played it last week.... |
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| Thanks - and thank you again s28. It's a tossup as to which one I like better - the 87C or the 1537. They're both tone monsters and sweet players. Now I just have to keep practicing what I learned last weekend so I can justify the cutaway :D :cool:
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Oh, to be young again, or at least a newbie looking for his first Adamas.
I will just bet you that next year's clinic will conflict with our trip to Germany, but I've got a couple of clients in Jacksonville and one of the many ways I was kicking myself for not going this year was when I figured out a couple days ago that I should have combined this with a business trip. Maybe with a little better planning next year I can make it work. |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | We should just pay Tim's travel expenses and have him sleep in there. I doubt anyone would argue with him... twice.
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
That's right, he did. But I doubt it's legally binding.
"A verbal contract isn't worth the paper it's printed on."
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Location: south east Michigan | Well... in a couple hours the regulars will be going at it down at the Frisky Mermaid.
Bill, did you get a "busted" song ready??? Please let us know how Darby did and tell him we said hello.
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Location: NJ | Christ! . . . it's been a WEEK?? . . . alREADY????? |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by cliff:
Christ! . . . it's been a WEEK?? . . . alREADY????? no politics or RELIGION! :rolleyes: |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Darby didn't have a song. My Busted got nothing, I'm on a roll two weeks in a row! But my song has every topic from now till the end of July so I'll use it again!
American Hero by M-B 4-1-08
I got busted down in Mexico
I never thought she’d go so low
The Senorita’s lips were so red
And I believed every word she said
American Hero come dance with me
It’s well after midnight no one will ever see
Our close encounter has no transparency, you’ll see
She said Senor, please get a rum and coke
While I sit here and roll us a smoke
I said just wait, I’ll be right back
I’m like a NASCAR driver, I am real fast
The juke box was playing some stupid rap song
About life in the city and baby’s gone wrong
I said we should leave, go find a quite place
I could tell she agreed by the look on her face, she said
American Hero come dance with me
It’s well after midnight no one will ever see
Our close encounter has no transparency, you’ll see
They were a small farming family, parents just passed away
Would I drive their flower truck back up to LA?
She would be so grateful if I would just do this
How could I refuse her? Then we began to kiss
The pounding on the door woke me from my sleep
A great big Federalie brought me to my feet
He had the DNA of the DEA
He asked where I was hiding, what I had for sale
I never expected her deception was complete
Forty bales from the truck were laid out at my feet
Lawyers, guns and money, won’t help me out this time
That pretty Senorita was the end of the line she said
American Hero come dance with me
It’s well after midnight no one will ever see
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Judges musta been on a drunken binge again and not payin attention! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Busted, Mexico, Farming, Juke box, Baby, DNA, Red, Transparency, Close Encounter, For Sale, Lips, NASCAR, a Rap Song, American Hero, Midnight, Deception, a specific alcholic drink, One Hundred.
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Location: Parrish, FL | Well this is the first time I've had the opportunity to get in front of a computer since departing 'The Event'. All I can say is that DAMN I'm glad I went! Before last week I had only met Beggin' and MusicMike, but I immediately felt I'd known everyone for a long time. Incredible!
Beal did a great job pulling all this together and thanks go out to him and his bride for hosting us and providing a most enjoyable evening. Matt was (is) great and I went away with a whole lot of insperation to get more serious about this guitar affliction I've aquired.
Beggin and Mike welcomed me into the 'Musicians Suite' atop the Florida House so I was sure not to miss a thing. Everyone was great and as mentioned before, I heard more great music in 4 days than I have in the past year. Debanjo is only a couple of hours away so I hope to get over the mountain and check him out this summer.
Last, Davis Turner was rockin' the whole week. Watching him and Pam playing every song at a 110% and enjoying himself as much as he was was the greatest. Keep it up Davis! I wish I could make your show every week!
One last thing.
I left my camera in the Conference center. If anyone found it, please drop me a line. It is a Canon 750SD (I think). I need to find this as there will be hell to pay (if you know what I mean) if I lost it. I left it on a chair in near the back left corner, near the coolers.
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Location: south east Michigan | There we were... first thing in the morning.... getting tuned up at the start of class. As the group settles down we hear a humming type noise. We're all trying to figure out what it is. Air conditioner?? Nope. Ballast on a florecent light going bad??? Nope. People are pointing to different areas of the room saying, "It's coming from over there!". Matt said, "What ever it is it's a C# and it's driving me crazy."
Then, Bill came up behind me, looked around, and had me walk to the center of the room. Sure enough, the sound went right along with me. I had a Korg tuner in my pocket and when I settled in with my guitar, the tone button got pushed. I removed the offending device from my pocket and sure enough, it was sending out a C# tone.
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I knew a few people in our college choir that could tell you the note corresponding to any hum. A flourescent light hum would drive them nuts.
It's tough when you get too big for your britches isn't it, Brad? I keep locking or unlocking the cars in the garage when I bend over with the key fob in my pocket. It was really spooky when we had a van with automatic sliding doors. I thought they were possessed for awhile until I found out I was bending over and sqeezing the button in my pocket. |
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Location: Orlando, FL | We were in D tuning at the time too. So Brad was "just a little different"... |
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Really.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Not until I get back all the sleep I lost due to Jim's snoring. Imagine how I must feel. ;) |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Nah, I slept right through 90% of it. Joys of those little blue pills :p |
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Location: SoCal | Anybody notice that for all the Adamii at the clinic, there were no smooth topped Adamii there? All textured top and almost all were either old or reissues. Great guitars..... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | I just put the new set of the DR strings from the clinic on the #47...it sounds great: those peacock blue strings take a bit of getting use to visually though...WE'll see how they last (supposed to last a very long time)... |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by moody, p.i.:
Anybody notice that for all the Adamii at the clinic, there were no smooth topped Adamii there? All textured top and almost all were either old or reissues. Great guitars..... i'm sure i heard that at least one 2080 was passed around with a very low E string... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | They also come in green, silver, red, and black so you can match the strings to the top of your guitar!
Red would be great for the 47...I'll have to check that out!
I still think you ought to mix 'em up and have rainbow strings.
Bobbo, as pretty as that sounds, for a pastor, any colored strings is a stretch...then again, it is biblical...lol (note to self: call or write the company) ;) |
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Location: closely held secret | I put the blue set on my 1581. They look pretty cool, except there was 2 30's and no 22 in the package, so right now it has 5 blue and 1 bronze...
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Yep, DR is very co-operative. I broke an "E" string while tuning up and I called them about it and expressed concerns about the other 2 sets I had. They promptly sent me 3 new sets in the mail.
I put the silver set on my Collings slothead dread and they look really cool.
Currently have had blues on the Lowden S23C and the Tak EF75 and the Tak EF417 that Jeff is currently babysitting. The EF417 has had them on for about 6 months and Jeff said they still sound good. He will be in for a treat whenever he puts on a fresh set. |
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Location: NJ | ". . Yep, DR is very co-operative . .
Made in NewJersey. |
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Location: closely held secret | New Jersey. THAT explains so much...
{actual quote from the email response}
"SORRY ABOUT THAT...GIMME YOUR ADDRESS SO I CAN SEND YOU A NEW SET.." |
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Nah, I slept right through 90% of it. Joys of those little blue pills Funny. They have a completely different effect at our house..... |
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Location: Tennessee | DR Extra Life in Peacock Blue. They also have them in green, red, hot pink, black and some other colors. www.drstrings.com. |
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Location: big island | i put the DR peacock blues on my EF75 several months ago. they are the best strings i've ever had on that guitar. the D and G strings started peeling a bit after about six hours playing, but they retained their excellent tone up until i changed them three weeks ago. they do tend to squeak a bit more than most strings though. |
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Location: Tennessee | I've got the Zebras on my EA68 too. They work fine, but I really think you need a mag pickup in addition to a piezo for these things to show their full effect. Basically, the wound strings are alternating phosphor-bronze and steel windings. FWIW, I have been using the DR Sunbeams on my acoustics lately and I found them to be as good as any string I've ever tried. |
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Location: south east Michigan | I'm gonna load up the UTE with a set of blues tonight.
Hey Matt... You played a song a few times last week with the line, "tell'em what you want". Did you write that or is it an old tradtional? And, have you recorded that?
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Can you send me one as well??? thx! |
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TIA |
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Location: south east Michigan | Dave, aren't ya glad I didn't PM ya on this one??
I'll be happy to help send it around. |
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Location: south east Michigan | And please make it up with 14 point Tahoma font. Black lyrics with the chords above in bold, blue italics.
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Location: big island | i still think stephent resembles paul stookey, at least in photos. does anyone else, who has seen stephen in the flesh see this?
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Location: Tennessee | This is the one that got me hunting the song down ... a pizza hut commercial on the TMNT VHS video.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by lanaki:
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by lanaki:
actually, i was considering the eyes, Ohhhhhh :rolleyes: :rolleyes: , you're not so bad looking yourself, big boy :cool: |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | boy, great anticipation for AI to this, in less than a week...is it time to go eat seafood yet? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Beggin....remember the hole....just remember the hole. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Say, Dave, maybe it would be easier to just post the darn thing right here in this thread. |
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Location: big island | they don't call him "professor" for nuthin'.
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Originally posted by stephent28:
Beggin....remember the hole....just remember the hole. I think I have sufficiently deflated after hangin with y'all last week. remember tha hole...remember tha hole...remember tha hole... |
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Location: East Tennessee | Originally posted by lanaki:
i put the DR peacock blues on my EF75 several months ago. they are the best strings I've ever had on that guitar. the D and G strings started peeling a bit after about six hours playing, but they retained their excellent tone up until i changed them three weeks ago. they do tend to squeak a bit more than most strings though. I put a set of DR Rare Phosphor Bronze Med/Lite on one of my 000X1 a couple of weeks ago. They are a great sounding string. I didn't know they came in different colors.
Anything in Grey to match my hair? :D |
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Location: south east Michigan | The blue string are now on the UTE.
They're gonna take some getting used to. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | put my blue ones on tha 1681. Sound and look great. |
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Location: big island | i imagine the red strings would look better on the UTE than the blue ones. |
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Location: south east Michigan | The blue looks good.
Sounds good, too. |
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Location: big island | can't beat that, then. kewl! |
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Location: south east Michigan | For those of you who can't wait for Dave, I found this...
Link to..... Right Field |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Yup. That's it. |
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Location: south east Michigan | With the videos and and Chordie link I think we are all about ready to "take the field".
You should have seen Bobbo play this. A perfect lesson on how there is so much more to playing a song than just hitting the notes. |
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Location: SoCal | Ditto to Brad's comment. Bobbo didn't do the song, he "told and sold" the story.... |
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Location: Tennessee | Originally posted by stephent28:
Highlights for me.
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A sudden late night trip to the Huddle House which ended in a police vehicle pulling out of the parking lot at high speed...wheels squealing...and rumor had it at the time that a certain Scotsman was involved.
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Escape From Huddle House
MonstaMatt, Songwriterof the Week MusicMike, StephenT, Beggin', and Mr. Big.
Tuppy was the wheelman and bobbo was ridin' shotgun.
Picture successfully rescued.
P.S. Thanks for the kind words, lads. It always works better for me when it comes from inside somehow. I can't explain it. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | You guys look like you're having waaaay too much fun. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | At nearly 4 am, we were happy that tha local police force was after another vehicle....can't remember who was in it though.....but one of them sure looked familiar..... |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | I'm just glad to be here safe at home and not "rattlin a cup", "if ya catch my meaning; if ya get my drift" |
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Location: south east Michigan | Bobbo, Jeff & I seem to have exhausted our pics to post in the "Gatherings" section.
Anyone else???
This thread will eventually sink like the massive stone it is but the "Gatherings" section is the place we will reffer to in the future.
And I don't even want to hear that you don't know how to post a picture. |
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Location: Tennessee | Actually, I have 100+ pictures all sized and ready to upload. I'll be able to post them up later tonight. Be warned. :eek: |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Looking forward to this! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Based on the scene in the van that was posted, I am beginning to feel very afraid! |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | yeah, yeah, yeah...you want I should finish the video's or get my pictures posted instead? :) |
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Location: Carle Place, NY | Originally posted by Tim in Tidewater:
..you want I should finish the video's That's sounds like my Jewish grandmother talking. :D |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | ...such a deal... |
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Location: Tennessee | ...have a piece of fruit... |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | OY!!! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Bill, maybe you can answer the question about baritones that I posted in the Matt Smith section. |
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Location: NJ | Matt'll probably be back on here soon . . .
I saw him last night at that photo shoot for KMC at a local club (fun time, btw), and he was running on fumes from doing a benefit (all the way up in ALBANY) the night before . . . |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | They would do C but D might be a stretch. I wouldn't go that high with that heavy a string. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I'd like to be able to have it at "D" and "C" would be nice. I could probably live without the house rumbling "B".
What do you think would make up a good set to handle "C" and "D".
Might have to buy another one just for the "B" scale.. :D |
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Location: NJ | I've got D'Add EJ18 (Heavys) on mine, and currently have it tuned to CGCFGC (DADGAD a step-down)
without any rattling.
I can do B-to-B with these strings, but y'just have to be extra-careful fretting that bottom string on the first five frets or so . . . |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Those are 14-59, right?
I wonder how it would be to make up a custom set around 64-14 and if it would stabilize and reduce any string rattle at low B while still being about to go up to the D tuning. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Just checked....D'Add makes 2 sets for acoustic baritone:
EXP23........... 16-22-29-48-60-70
XL157........... 14-18-26-44-56-68 (for 29 3/4" scale)
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Location: NJ | s'matter?? . . don't have a tape measure handy??? |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Originally posted by stonebobbo:
Originally posted by stephent28:
Highlights for me.
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A sudden late night trip to the Huddle House which ended in a police vehicle pulling out of the parking lot at high speed...wheels squealing...and rumor had it at the time that a certain Scotsman was involved.
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Escape From Huddle House
MonstaMatt, Songwriterof the Week MusicMike, StephenT, Beggin', and Mr. Big.
Tuppy was the wheelman and bobbo was ridin' shotgun.
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P.S. Thanks for the kind words, lads. It always works better for me when it comes from inside somehow. I can't explain it. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | I keep looking and Stephens shirt and then look at the dude sitting to his left. It's freaking me out. Dave |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | "I see tee-shirt people" |
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Location: NJ | ". . he's "That Guy on the Shirt" . . ." |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by cliff:
". . he's "That Guy on the Shirt" . . ." Mr. Big..... |
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Location: Tennessee | Originally posted by stephent28:
Never thought about scale length. Anybody know what the 2080D's are? I think it's 28" and a bit. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | That's right, 28 and a little bit. That 14 set should work just fine. |
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Location: big island | has tupperware had "plastic" surgery? (now, that's a pun!) seems dave looks younger in recent photos. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Other than the kidney I recently had to sell on Craigs List, no other surgery for me. At least not yet.
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Location: big island | what did you disguise your kidney as? craigslist bans (human) body part sales. |
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Location: Tennessee | From the Guitardi Gras Golf Tourney, here is our own Tuppy looking extremely Metro. Including the shirt.
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Say, Dave, what type of razors do you use on your legs? I can never get that close with the junk I use. |
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Location: closely held secret | Nair. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | He just gets airbrush rights to all the photos. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Tough crowd! |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | And How!
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Location: Tennessee | I only got two pictures of performers at Songwriters night:
Beal (with his trademark black rock star t-shirt):
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Location: Tennessee | Outtakes fromm the Guitardi Gras Open ...
Beal 'splains the rules. "There are none".
Cliff had some new shoes
ElginAcres, Beggin' and MusicMike sizing up the competition
The Professor ... getting ready to do a little schoolin' out on the links
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Location: Tennessee | Carts lined up and ready for the Grand Prix style start.
Fortunately, everyone made it through turn one without mishap.
At the first tee:
StephenT attempts an uphill putt ...
AlohaTimTidewater stared down a cart and won ...
One last shot of our lunchtime entertainment:
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Location: Tennessee | On Thursday night, there was a BBQ at Chez Mauvais ...
Beal's BigAss Backyard looking South
Beal's BigAss Backyard looking North
Beal's BigAss Backyard looking West
Waskel and Beggin' discuss the Feng Shui ...
Matt and Dr.Mark make their own Feng Shui ...
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Location: Tennessee | Zilla and Temp amusedly watch Tuppy and Cliff try to figure out what is in the bottle ...
Brad (BluesSailor) and Mr. Big
Paul Templeman and Matt Smith with an impromptu Jam
We should have a contest for the caption for this photo of JeffW and Temp
The lovelies Missus T and Missus K
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Location: Tennessee | Oops ... I just figured out I'm posting these in the wrong places. :o Oh, well. I'll start over tomorrow. Lots more pictures to come. Unless the cash shows up .... |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Bobbo, send a note to Miles, I bet he can move them for you. |
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Location: NJ | In this photo, Witko & I are analyzing "LandShark"(ie: Margaritaville) Beer.
btw: It's Total Shite!
btw: In the lower right of the picture is that GigSkinz bag. |
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Location: SoCal | In the gathering section there's a pic of Beal's Collings SJ, held and played by Debanjo (Steve Sutton). One of the best guitars I've ever heard or played and probably at the top of my "To Buy Someday" list of wood box guitars..... |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | That SJ is very nice. Steve also loves the CJ which is rosewood. But there is just something special about a big maple guitar. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I REFUSED to pick that one up and play it.
The last thing I needed after my multiple C-10 binges was to play that maple SJ and start jonesing for one of those.
I am content to wait until October when the custom OM shows up. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | One of these days it will get you......... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | maybe next year when we reconvene. :rolleyes: |
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Location: Alberta, Canada | Originally posted by MusicMishka:
And How!
This must be an awesome guitar, as I haven't read anything in it's regard. Anyone play it and anyone wish to comment? :) |
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Location: south east Michigan | It even smelled bad. |
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Location: Alberta, Canada | The tooth? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Most comments are not repeatable for this forum.....and when you consider some of the stuff that Cliff and Jeff post up, that should tell you something.
Overall, I liked it but I did not see any loose rats to bash. |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, |
I see that Matt was teachin' class about PIMPin'. :p |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Phil, those kind of comments with photos attached are best posted in the "gatherings" section where they can be enjoyed for a long time! |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Done |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | This thread is too young to die!
Oh yeah...got a couple of the green LED tuners in today. Small, look cool, and they work! |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Mine is on the way: should be here by Wednesday!
BTW Stephen: here is the new rack:
Recording begins in one week! |
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Location: south east Michigan | nice rack |
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Location: Utah | I've seen professionals with bigger racks, but there's nothing wrong with that one. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Mike, looks nice. I recognized most of the gear but how about naming it off for us? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by FlySig:
I've seen professionals with bigger racks, are we talking about Dolly again????? |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by stephent28:
Overall, I liked it but I did not see any loose rats to bash. ...and it was too warm to bother starting a fire. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Unca Beal,
Please consider this my official request.
Next year...I AM IN!
I will not take a chance of missing out on this event because it was just too damn awesome.
If you need a deposit today, just say so.
COUNT ME IN! |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | +1 Beal! |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | +2 Unca B :D |
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Location: closely held secret | +3 for me UB |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Better rent an auditorium Beal! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Send me separate emails on how you'd like to see that unfold, dates, timing, number of attendees, teachers, structure of the day, anything else.
Not that it can all be done but it can all be considered. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I think it was just perfect the way it was.
Good size, great location and the right length.
You did a great job organizing the event and I don't think it could really be improved upon.
More attendees and it would become unwieldy.
Longer and some members would have to be disposed of.
The room at the Florida house was great cause we had 24 hour access.
I see no flaws in the original. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by stephent28:
Longer and some members would have to be disposed of. ...and we already know where the septic tank is... |
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Location: NJ | . . . thanks t'Witko . . |
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Location: closely held secret | I must admit I was mildly surprised when I saw Bobbo standing on a table looking down, trying to get a shot of some sewer sucker's buttcrack...
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | StephenT28 asked:
Mike, looks nice. I recognized most of the gear but how about naming it off for us?
Sure: Top to Bottom:
SKB Rack
1. Rackrider RR-15 Plus power conditioner and light module
2. Korg Toneworks DTR-1 Digital Tuner
3. MOTU Traveler Digital Interface and Firewire Audio Console w/Black Lion Audio upgrade
4. Rocktron Intellifex 64X 24 BIT Intellegent Effects Processor w/Digital HUSH
5. Nady CL-5000 Dual Channel Compressor Limiter w/Gate
6. Aphes 104 Aural Exciter C2 w/Big Bottom
7. Alesis Quadraverb
My Primary Vocal Microphone: Rode NT2
Six other various Mic's (vintage and modern)
I'm running Cubase SX 3 with a few cool tools.
So, no excuses: Let the games begin! (In one week!)
BTW: Beal, I'm in for next year! I believe that makes me #5...Deposit will be sent asap upon notice received!
I wouldn't miss it. I'll be emailing you.
Thanks Stephen!
And a huge thanks to Matt Smith! |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
I must admit I was mildly surprised when I saw Bobbo standing on a table looking down, trying to get a shot of some sewer sucker's buttcrack...
...then I just remembered where I was, and who I was with, and it all fell into place. Ya know, John, with this group, the unusual would have been if Bobbo hadn't been doing that..... |
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Location: Tennessee | Guys, guys, guys ... don't go poking the grizzley bear with sticks. I am, after all, the one with the photographic evidence of the "lost weekend". :eek: |
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Location: closely held secret | It wasn't lost... these guys knew right where to look!
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Bill, et al......
what are everyones thoughts on having another Matt clinic vs someone like Brad Davis, etc?
Matt was fabulous and it certainly wouldn't hurt my feelings one bit to have a refresher course from Matt every year but just wondering what everyone else thinks. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Just a thought...
I'm just as caught up in this almost erotic post-Amelia afterglow as anyone else but do we really need to be talkin' about the fine details for something that probably won't be announced for six months? If at all?
I'm sure we could get a lot more done by pestering Al about the possible Fall Tour.
I'm kidding, I'm kidding!! Please don't pester Al. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'll pester Al and blame you. My Fall is starting to fill up. I kept a couple of Thursdays through Sundays open this month when I thought the tour would be in May, so I'll have to use that time to pester Al. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Yes, it's a good time to be planning what or if we do next year. I'm up for something. It would be best to send me your ideas by email. It helps control the wild speculation that can occasionally happen. |
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Location: south east Michigan | Well...
Okay then.
E-mail sent! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Brad, I share your sentiments but if I had to choose between the Fall Tour and next years island gig, the island would win out for me, hands down.
That's why I already committed to Unca Beal to have my spot reserved!
The Fall Tour will be great if I can work my schedule around whatever the dates happen to be.
The island gig...I WILL change my schedule to accommodate :D |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | I find if I plan too far ahead I miss a lot of cool stuff in the mean time. Right now I'm just focusing on a NY trip next weekend for my daughters NYU graduation, June dog trip to San Diego, and a July vacation trip to Cape Cod. I'm sure there's stuff happening in Aug, Sept, and Oct, but it's too early to get my panties in a pucker over that stuff.
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PS - Hey Brad, I'm coming to a game in Ann Arbor in Oct. Maybe we can get together. Are you close by?
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Location: NJ | ". . dog trip to San Diego . ."
Just how MANY of those little fookin' rat dogs does it TAKE to pull your ass across the desert on a sled?? . . . |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Tuppy...yeah I am since I grew up in that neck of the woods. I spent a lot of college days hanging around Austin and hippy hollow, hamilton pool, etc...
Keep me in the loop on the details. I think it would be a cool tour (and a chance to visit family). |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | S28, it's on the Collings forum. Nothing stated yet except it's Nov 8 weekend. In Kyle Texas. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Well, I am definitely up for it.
Beal, you thinkin bout goin? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | OK Bob....you in?
There's a freakin nice OM2SB available that Dave was sweet enough to tempt us with. If you don't have a Collings this would be a damn fine one to grab! |
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Location: Tennessee | I'm still being a lookie-loo. I like that CJ model in sunburst. My daughter lives in San Antonio so I can probably write it off as a side trip ... ;) |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | I was planning on it, it is around my birthday so I gotta do something. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | I have family in Austin, but I don't own a Collings. |
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Location: big island | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
I have family in Austin, but I don't own a Collings. ...yet! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Brad, look at the one Dave posted on the Tak site that is on ebay for sale. Really sweet and for $100 or so you could drop a K&K Pure Western and have a beautiful amplified sound. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | OK...gotta idea that has been percolating since the AI gig. Gonna talk to Dave tonight and see what he thinks.
If he likes it, we talk to Al.
This could be big or a bust! |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Or a big bust ... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Ohhhhh....I like big busts! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Could see that one coming from around the corner. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Originally posted by stephent28:
Brad, look at the one Dave posted on the Tak site that is on ebay for sale. Really sweet and for $100 or so you could drop a K&K Pure Western and have a beautiful amplified sound. Couldn't find it, and why am I even looking? But I did see something else, and I did make an inquiry. Stephen, I thought I asked you not to do this to me? |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Found it. Oh boy. |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by ProfessorBB:
Stephen, I thought I asked you not to do this to me? He hears, but he does not listen. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | He hears, but he chooses to ignore. |
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Location: Tennessee | Originally posted by Mauvais Beal:
Could see that one coming from around the corner. :D Well played, sir. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | He hears, but he chooses to ignore.
Yeah but no one makes us look or respond...it's the inherent beast in the machine...it's a sickness and there is no cure...Thank goodness!
Ya gotta love it!
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Location: nyc area | Gig Tommorow night 5/8 at the 55 bar on christopher st w brian mitchell (piano), Shawn Pelton (Drums) Zev Katz (Bass) |
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Location: enid, ok | Dat'll be tree-fitty! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by maxdaddy7271:
Dat'll be tree-fitty! South Park....only a 1/2 hour drive |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Looks like the Collings Factory Tour/Jam is set for November 7 & 8.
Hope this won't be in conflict with another factory tour!
I would love to attend both. |
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