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Location: south east Michigan | It's the time of year to take stock of where we've been. In another week it will be time to look forward.
So here's my musical hi-lites for 2009.
Amelia: 1) Even if I didn't play a single note it was worth it just to listen to the talent in that crowd. 2) Sharing a stage with Matt Smith. And at another time, with Temp & StephenT. 3) Just the thought of being part of that Monkees thing that Dave put together will forever put a smile on my face.
Back on the horse: After the train wreck we found the courage to get back up and the same stage.
1st time busking: It was fun. I still have the dollar bill and two quarters in my case. I'd like to do it again during some kind of event. I'd put a jug out for the fire departments Christmas toy fund.
Summer Marina Jam: A perfect jam. Egos checked at the dock, knowledge and advise feely given and received.
A number of good songs coming together. Even some that a few years ago we passed on thinking that we could never pull it off.
What about you? |
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March 2008
Posts: 2683
Location: Hot Springs, S.D. | Hmmm...did a bunch of open mic's, had a crowd down here at the shop every Saturday for the jams, wrote a few new tunes and co-wrote a couple with Jarrett and a couple more with Jeff, bought a BUNCH of guitars from some of the fine folks here on the board, got to KNOW a bunch of the fine folks here on the board, recieved a WONDERFUL Adamas from a WONDERFUL former gas station attendant, and best of all I think, helped the kids with their band, the other kids with their talent shows, and the other kids with lessons.
I'm tired. |
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March 2005
Posts: 12759
Location: Boise, Idaho | This is an easy one for me.
We went on a long-planned trip to Germany. I got plenty of Porsche fix, but thought I might meet some of our German OFC friends. Karl (Charlie Ramon) was in the lobby when we got to Rothenburg with a couple of Adamas. The hotel stuck us in the empty bar, where we played and sang 60s, 70s and a few newer songs for 4 hours along with most of the people on our tour.
Second would be a quick trip to Denver to meet up with Professor and T28, returning with Stephen's #47 RI. |
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Posts: 13303
Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | 1) Of course the AI gang and especially playing a tune with my beloved Lia at the Frisky Mermaid!
Then all the rest that were equally a thrill.......
Jamming with DeBanjo, Temp, Beal, Matt, Dave, Al, Brad, Cliff, John, Bobbo and everybody else I hung out with.
Playing cajons while sitting between the dueling blazing guitars of Davis and Matt at O'Kanes......man what a stereo sound that was...to die for!
Bobbo coming out the Denver
Mark from Boise coming out to Denver
Serge coming out to Denver
Starting to put some concentrated effort into my home recordings.
Trying to learn new songs with the intent to go out with Lia and play a few open mics.
Bought a few GREAT GUITARS...sold a few GREAT GUITARS.
Made a few new friends along the way. |
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April 2006
Posts: 1017
Location: Budd Lake, NJ | Got to play and sing at the Jam AlPep hosted; had one here with some of our wonderful female-folk, complete with roses and chicken salad; added some new "ponies" to the stable; watched my son come down the aisle at his wedding to "Fanfare for the Common Man" (as opposed to the "Star Wars" theme--his first choice); saw the glee in the eyes of my 5-yr-old granddaughter as she proudly showed me HER guitar (a "First Act" -4 that a family friend had given her for Christmas)--and she strums pretty well with a pick; and, finally, after all these years, am beginning to finger pick so that I've melody lines and chords going together. (For some of you, I know that's just a walk in the park, but for me, more like scaling Mt. Washington one inch at a time.)
And still love my Parlor, the sweet Princess...what a fabulous little guitar. A joy to play.
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December 2006
Posts: 6268
Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Over whelming - sipping at the Amelia 'fire hose'
Heart tug - Stephen and Lia's duet
Heart thump - 1689-7 Adamas I
Heart dump - bridge 'roll up' on the FUD
ZZZzzz - TJ's Pawn Shop
LMAO -  's acrobatics at SSSJ ! |
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March 2005
Posts: 5567
Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Decided to settle on the "less is more" approach to my guitars: sold quite a few to get the few I really wanted: as a result, through some incredible good fortune and the generosity of several members, I have two sets of twin Adamas 6 and 12's including the '78 -8's... also the OFC II which is incredible...and added several outstanding wood boxes as well...
I wrote several new tunes; gave a few concerts; was able to attend the Smokey Jam III for the day and had a blast. Hooked up with TnT at his home and that led to the OFC II... my home studio was improved greatly and I am looking forward to spending a lot of time in it in the coming year.
All in all, it was a stellar year musically with many surprises...
I have to say, I really enjoy the friends on the forum and the opportunity to share my love for Ovation and Adamas instruments. Happy New Year to all!!! |
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Posts: 4996
Location: Phoenix AZ | Collings Factory Tour
Monkees Medley
Guild D40
Takamine Forum |
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Posts: 15677
Location: SoCal | Musically?
Stayed close with the friends I met thru music. Nothing else was as important.... |
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Posts: 6268
Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Originally posted by Gallerinski:
Monkees Medley Now, THAT was a crowd pleaser! Still got the kazoo...  |
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October 2007
Posts: 2711
Location: Vernon CT | My first OFC gathering SSSJ III. I still can't get over how accepting and down right friendly everyone was. The music was incredible,from the talents of WarEagle and his Dad, Otto, and others to Iffy and I playing "Norwegian Wood". One special weekend!
Now, will there be any in 2010? I can only hope! :)
Right up there with SSSJ is meeting and getting to know many members here, either in person, by phone or E.M. |
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Posts: 14127
Location: 6 String Ranch | Next Year will be the big one |
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Posts: 15677
Location: SoCal | Originally posted by Beal:
Next Year will be the big one Why? Is next year always the "Big One"? |
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October 2005
Posts: 4071
Location: Utah | Got my first Adamas, the 2080. It is teaching me to have better right hand touch and technique.
Played in 3 different bands. Had a really great concert with the first. Learned with the second that no matter how good a band member is sober, too much alcohol kills the whole band. With the third, I don't know what I learned but it was fun while it lasted.
Got much better at mixing and recording at home.
Next year is indeed "The Big One". Hopefully mostly in a good way. |
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January 2006
Posts: 2120
Location: Chicago | Played two-three good gigs each month with the band (including an ongoing stint at Katerina's and a fairly steady run at Uncommon Ground [Devon]). A high point was recording a demo in March at the lakeside Stella Maris Chapel which now forms the basis of our MySpace as we crawl toward doing a 'real' CD. Heart-felt thanks to those who requested a copy and then embarrassed me with over-the-top feedback. Thanks to Joe, we played a few middle-school assembly concerts: it is a FANTASTIC thing to bring the music to a crowd of iPOD-LadyGaga kids. The last one we did got a rousing response. I think we should rename to be the Jazz Apostles! |
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Posts: 4413
| "Thanks to Joe, we played a few middle-school assembly concerts: it is a FANTASTIC thing to bring the music to a crowd of iPOD-LadyGaga kids. "
Jazz Messengers. |
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Posts: 2120
Location: Chicago | Ah, but Blakey's got that one patented! |
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February 2009
Posts: 335
Location: Reisterstown, Maryland | Any time spent with my granddaughter (she lives in Florida) I went down there a few times this year and she and her mom spent 5 weeks here recently.
Her 1st snow and 1st blizzard.
My 1st OFC gathering at Karen's....looking forward to 2010
Anita |
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March 2009
Posts: 715
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My 1st OFC gathering at Karen's....looking forward to 2010
That was one of the highlights of my year too! I've been gassing for a Tornado ever since!
Seeing James Taylor on my birthday was a definite plus.
One of the best things that happened to me was about a few weeks ago, when I was actually able to notice my playing really progress along quite nicely. I still have a long road ahead of me, but now I feel that there is quite a road behind me too.
Michelle |
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2009 in review.... music wise.
