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Topic: PSGA's 28th Annual Steel Show/Norwalk, CT Nov. 10th & 11th |
Bob Maickel
From:
Floral Park, NY
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Posted 27 Sep 2001 10:45 am |
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The Pedal Steel Guitar Association's 28th Annual Steel Guitar Celebration - will take place on November 10th and 11th at the Doubletree Club Hotel, 789 Connecticut Ave., Norwalk, CT. For room reservations phone: 203-853-3477. Be sure to request the special PSGA room rate of $80.00 per night. Rates are valid until November 1st, after which higher rates apply.. Make your room reservations now! John Hughey, Herby Wallace, Jerry Brightman, Gene Fields, Joe Wright, Sharon Denny, Dick Meis, Barney Miller, Doug Beaumier, Jim Cohen, Dan Crelin, Jeff DeMaio with Scott Tyler, Jon Graboff, Bob Hoffnar and John Widgren are confirmed players! For a recently updated program event schedule with admission prices, check out our web site: http://www.psga.org
Don't miss this one!! it's going to be a fine show.
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Jody Carver
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Posted 27 Sep 2001 1:22 pm
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| Bob ....sounds like a great show,,,I really should try to make this one. Boy that is a great lineup of great players. [This message was edited by Jody Carver on 07 November 2001 at 03:45 PM.] |
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Jody Carver
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Posted 27 Sep 2001 3:41 pm
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Bob
Have a great show.[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 07 November 2001 at 03:42 PM.] |
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Bob Taillefer
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Canada
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Posted 28 Sep 2001 5:43 pm
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| I had the pleasure of playing Bob's Convention last year. My wife Debra and I had a great time. If you can make this convention, you will love it! Regards Bob |
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HowardR
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Posted 29 Sep 2001 6:00 am
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| And every one who attended, certainly had the great pleasure of seeing Bob Taillefer play. [This message was edited by HowardR on 29 September 2001 at 07:01 AM.] |
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John De Maille
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On a Mountain in Upstate Halcottsville, N.Y.
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Posted 30 Sep 2001 8:48 am
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I'm looking forward to seeing all my steelin' buddies at the Nov. show in Norwalk, Conn.The line-up of steelplayers, again, is outstanding, as usual. We,as the officers of the club,try to put on the greatest show in the northeast,and collectively, with the help of our member volunteers, will display an entertaining and informative showcase.
Sincerely,
John De Maille
V.P.-P.S.G.A. |
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Buck Grantham R.I.P.
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Denham Springs, LA. USA
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Posted 30 Sep 2001 2:28 pm
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| That's always a great show and the hospitality is great too. I wish it was a little closer to us down here. |
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Sam White R.I.P.
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Coventry, RI 02816
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Posted 30 Sep 2001 4:55 pm
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Hi Bob yes My Wife and I will be there with a few of my Freinds from Rhode Island Steel Guitar Association. We love to come to Norwalk to the great show you put on.I have to come to bust up Joe Wright.I will be sitting right in the front row in front of him. I think he is one of the best of the best.
Sam White[This message was edited by Samuel E. White on 30 September 2001 at 05:56 PM.] |
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John De Maille
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On a Mountain in Upstate Halcottsville, N.Y.
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Posted 1 Oct 2001 2:02 pm
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Buck,
I wish we all lived closer to one another. I really love your Cajun picking. I guess it's in my blood. Will miss you this year at our show.
Sincerely,
John De Maille
V.P.-P.S.G.A. |
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John De Maille
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On a Mountain in Upstate Halcottsville, N.Y.
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Posted 4 Oct 2001 12:45 pm
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Hey Jody,
Are you going to make it to the show this year? All these funny people you're looking for, might be there.
John |
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Jim Cohen
From:
Philadelphia, PA
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Posted 13 Oct 2001 12:50 pm
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I'm really looking forward to the show this year. It's got a great lineup, inluding some super players that you don't get to hear very often, like Bob Hofnar, Jon Graboff, John Widgren, Dick Meis, and many others. If you're within traveling distance, this one's "strongly recommended". See ya there!
Jimbeaux
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Bob Maickel
From:
Floral Park, NY
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Posted 27 Oct 2001 11:50 am
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| The PSGA show is just 2 weeks away. There have been some line-up changes. Gene Fields will not be with us due to continuing health problems and Barney Miller had to cancel due to transportation problems. However, we are glad to announce that Jess Hurt , from Toledo, Ohio, will play on the show. We are also pleased that PSGA members from as far away as Manchester, England and Mexico City will be in attendance. Looking forward to meeting forum members in Norwalk, Connecticut on Nov. 10th & 11th! |
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Bob Maickel
From:
Floral Park, NY
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Posted 31 Oct 2001 1:51 pm
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| November 1st is the deadline for reduced rate room reservations at the Doubletree Club Hotel in Norwalk, CT, for the PSGA show on Nov. 10th & 11th. The special PSGA room rate is $80.00 after Nov. 1st, the rate goes up considerably. More than 100 rooms are already booked. Phone the hotel at 203-853-3477 for reservations and mention Pedal Steel Guitar Association rate. Don't be left with no place to stay. The other facilities in the area charge higher rates. |
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Bob Maickel
From:
Floral Park, NY
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Posted 2 Nov 2001 9:47 am
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| It's been confirmed that steel player John Widgren will be accompanied by the 7 piece western swing band, Western Caravan, on Saturday afternoon (Nov. 10th) at the PSGA show. The group is playing a wedding in Norwalk, CT that evening. The "Caravan" is the well-reheased band that plays the Rodeo Bar in NYC on a regular basis, twin fiddles and all! |
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Bob Maickel
From:
Floral Park, NY
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Posted 2 Nov 2001 2:21 pm
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| Danny: I certainly hope so, since you are the lead off hitter! We look forward to your playing (especially Song of The Wanderer) and appreciate your traveling all the way from Richmond, VA to be with us! |
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Doug Beaumier
From:
Northampton, MA
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Posted 2 Nov 2001 3:08 pm
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I'll be playing on Saturday and I'm looking forward to it! I've played on this show several times in past years and it's always been a rewarding experience.
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Kenneth Kotsay
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Davie/Ft Lauderdale, Florida
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Posted 2 Nov 2001 4:38 pm
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Why on earth did I have to move to this swamp infested Florida...........
On second thought I have tons of recorded cassette tapes of the PSGA jams from previous years, lets see, I can hear Emmons, Franklin, Rugg, Scotty, Bob Maickel & John DeMaille singing "4/5 Time" (you guys sang great back in 1989, Buddy Emmons played backup steel) (I still have that tape).
PS - Bob can you send me a hotel napkin, at least I can dry my tears for not be up there enjoying the excellent show you & the team puts on.
KEN
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Bob Maickel
From:
Floral Park, NY
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Posted 2 Nov 2001 8:57 pm
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Ken:
We miss you up here. I'll send you a napkin if they have one. Doubletree gives out cookies to their guests, but I have yet to get a napkin. Then again, forget about the cookies, they are spoken for.
If you want to be with us, tune in Mike Gross's Swingin' West show on Fridays from 9pm until Midnight on WVOF.org it's as close as you can get without actually being here. Mike's been pluggin' the heck out of our show for many years, after all he is the M.C..Mike's choice of music includes lots of steel guitar. |
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Kenneth Kotsay
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Davie/Ft Lauderdale, Florida
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Posted 3 Nov 2001 8:45 am
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Bob - You & the gang have been at this for over 25 years, I know when I was attending the PSGA shows it seems they got better each year, (each time I attended the show was fabulous and totally enjoying). Next to Scotty's, the PSGA shows where filled with over 7 + hours of non stop steel, I never left my seat, unless nature was calling. The various area talent that got to perform where excellent. I have been to about 5 other steel show since I moved down to Florida and nothing tops the PSGA show up north. The steel guitar community owns the Association and the members who put in long hours to make it happen lots of gratitude, you guys handle it so professionally. Hopefully one year soon I'll get to attend the PSGA show. I'll be in tune to that radio show.
Also Richard Upright(Flushing) moved down to Broward County recently but I was told he's moving again to Texas. What ever happen to Dave MeGram and Mike Urisite (Davy Dixon's steel player). Tell Jim Hand I said hello.
KEN
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Bob Maickel
From:
Floral Park, NY
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Posted 3 Nov 2001 11:40 am
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Ken. Thanks for the kind words about the PSGA show. Many long hours go into preparation and next year's show (2002) is already in the works.
Mike Ursitti lives in Atlanta. He bought a used MSA but apparently is not very active. Dave Magram moved to Silicon Valley, California, many years ago and we've not heard from him since. Thanks for the update on Rich Upright. The country music scene (club work) that he was involved in, died up here several years ago which is a good reason for him to seek greener pastures. |
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Craig Stock
From:
Westfield, NJ USA
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Posted 5 Nov 2001 7:39 pm
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Wow!...............Western Caravan at the Saturday show. Don't miss them. They are fantastic. Wait till you hear 'Thirsty Dave" Also, don't forget to bring an additional 15 bucks to get their CD 'Yellow Texas Moon" You'll love it.
I've seen them many times at the Rodeo Bar in Manhatten. Now this really makes this years show special.
See everyone in Norwalk, Craig |
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Chuck S. Lettes
From:
Denver, Colorado
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Posted 6 Nov 2001 5:49 am
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Hello Bob,
I bet this weekend will be a blast! Say hi to Dick Meis for me. I guess he and a friend are driving to NY from Denver. I'm sure that the show will go well since you and the PSGA team are pros from the many years of past experience.
Chuck |
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Doyle Huff
From:
Broken Arrow, OK USA
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Posted 6 Nov 2001 8:52 am
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Bob,I want to wish you all the best for your show. Wish I could be there again. The last time I was there was on my birthday, Nov 10, and I had a great time. I still cherish the tape you gave me. Makes me think of Clay. The line up sounds great.
Doyle |
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Bob Maickel
From:
Floral Park, NY
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Posted 6 Nov 2001 2:43 pm
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| Chuck and Doyle, thanks so much for your kind words! We are all looking forward to the weekend. Dick Meis didn't say what mode of transportation he was using. Doyle: Happy Birthday. Sorry you can't be with us buddy! |
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David Rupert
From:
Mesa, Arizona (via Mahopac, NY & Missouri).
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Posted 9 Nov 2001 4:36 pm
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Bob...I'll be @ the show. I'm really looking forward to it!!
BTW, for anyone who is attending the show, & is interested...I'm selling my "Goodrich Matchbox 7A." It's in the "Buy & Sell" section.
ps - Lori & b0b: Hope this is okay, that I mentioned this here. Not sure, if this would be considered "cross-posting." Hope not!!
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1995 Mullen D-10
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Goodrich Volume Pedal (L120).
Boss: Dual Overdrive (SD-2), Digital Delay (DD-5), Super Phaser (PH-2).
"Music. Without it, life itself...would be impossible."
Peace.
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