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Topic: Steel guitar in New York State |
Chuck Morel
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Pottersville, New York
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Posted 13 Jul 2009 2:00 am |
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| Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone knows of any steel orgs, or clubs in No New York State. Im in the Adirondacks and would like to hook up. Any advise would be helpful. Thanks in advance. Chuck |
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Larry Jamieson
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Walton, NY USA
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Posted 13 Jul 2009 5:26 pm
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Hello Chuck,
The Adirondacks... That's a little far north and a little remote in terms of population density. I am in Delaware County, south of Oneonta, East of Binghamton. I don't know of any clubs in my area, but there are some steel players - I know of three in Walton, and one in Treadwell. There are several in the Woodstock area as well.
You can go to www.onlinesteelers.com and click on New York State. A page will come up with all the New York State registered steel players and their locations. See if you can find anybody close to you where you could get together and jam.
You are welcome to come down to my music store some day for a jam if you like. Let me know what day you are coming, and I'll set some time aside to talk steel and play. One of the other players in town is retired, and can stop in almost anytime.
Have you been to the show in Norwalk, Conn.? It happens every year in November and gives you an opportunity to see some pro players and hear steel guitar all day long. There are also vendors there with CDs, learning materials, etc. For details on this show, go to the Pedal Steel Guitar Association Website. There is a link at the top of this page, under organizations.
Hope this helps some...
Larry J.
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John DeBoalt
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Harrisville New York USA
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Posted 13 Jul 2009 5:47 pm
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Hey Chuck.. I live near Harrisville off of Rt. 3 over on the Western edge of the Adirondack Park. Are you anywhere close to me? John
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Ed Kelly
From:
Queensbury, New York, USA
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Posted 15 Jul 2009 2:40 am Adirondacks
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| How about Lake George? Give me a shot if I am close. |
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John De Maille
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On a Mountain in Upstate Halcottsville, N.Y.
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Posted 15 Jul 2009 8:42 am
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NEW YORK!, NEW YORK! I didn't know there was any of them thar steel pickers there! I'll be gall danged! You learn somethin' evra day!
P.S.- Just kidding, you guys! New York is filled with some great steel pickers and the home of the P.S.G.A. |
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Mark Treepaz
From:
Hamburg, New York USA
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Posted 16 Jul 2009 10:32 am
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Well, there sure aren't any Steel clubs out here in Western New York State either. I wish that there were.
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Chuck Morel
From:
Pottersville, New York
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Posted 17 Jul 2009 1:55 am
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Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. The closest for me is Lake George, however I don't mind traveling to talk steel. Im in Chestertown in Warren co. Exit 25 off 87. If any of you guys are gigging drop me a line I'd love to come out and meet you.
Chuck |
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Joe Casey
From:
Weeki Wachee .Springs FL (population.9)
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Posted 17 Jul 2009 3:43 am
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I have had the pleasure of doing a couple of the same shows as John de Maile and this guy could play in any state with the best of them...New York has many great players one that immediatly comes to mind is Chris "Tiny" Olsen who is probably hauling in a big Walleyed Pike just about now...  |
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George Wixon
From:
Waterbury, CT USA
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Posted 17 Jul 2009 5:19 am
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Hi Chuck,
You may want to see if you can get a hold of Randy Rollman. I believe he is in Corinth which isn't all that far from Lake George.
I used to camp in Warrensburg about 5 years ago and found Randy. He owned a music store and told me about a Jam session they used to hold every Friday night at the Glad Rags Saloon. He's a heck of a nice guy and one great steel player. He may be able to help you out with clubs in the area and other things that may be going on as well.
George |
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Larry Rafferty
From:
Ballston Spa, NY
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Posted 17 Jul 2009 7:15 am
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Hi Chuck,
Randy Rollman is one the most talented steel players around. He owns "The Legend" Music store in Corinth, NY and he plays 3 to 6 nights a week at the "Ridin' High" Dude Ranch just off Exit 24 of the Northway (just one exit from you). For Wednesday nights he has just hired Larry Edwards to work with him at the "Ridin High" ranch. Larry is Sonny Thompson and the Mavericks lead guitar player, and is also one of the finest pedal steel players around.
Band starts at 9pm. No cover or minimun.
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Ray Montee
From:
Portland, Oregon (deceased)
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Posted 17 Jul 2009 8:15 am Not sure but.....................
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I think you guys have two great steelers in your area. Jody Carver, for one, and Arturo, is another and he plays a knocked-out one-owner, BIGSBY triple 8, with no dings whatsoever.
You should look them up............ |
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Chuck Morel
From:
Pottersville, New York
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Posted 17 Jul 2009 8:41 am
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Thanks for the response guys. I know Randy Rollman very well he is responsible for getting me on my way.
Indeed one of the finest players out there. Randy once told me, "Im glad your doing this, someone has to take my place" Im not sure what his shoe size is but I know it would take a lot to ever fill them.LOL
Randy and I can be found at the Ridin Hy Ranch in Warrensburg every friday and saturday night. If anyone is ever in the area,treat yourself to hearing one of the best in the business. "and I don't mean me". Thanks all. Chuck |
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Tiny Olson
From:
Mohawk River Valley, Upstate NY
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Posted 17 Jul 2009 11:26 am
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Hi Guys:
Just happened to see this post and thought I'd say hello. I don't get on the computer all that much these days... rather I try to get outdoors as much as I can and Joe was real close, I was catching Smallmouth Bass !! Therefore I'm sometimes late in viewing current topics.
There are quite a few great players and guys in NY State and while I'm not from here originally I do call NY (specifically The Mohawk Valley) home.
Hope all of you are well.
Sincerely,
Chris "Tiny" O. |
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Joe Casey
From:
Weeki Wachee .Springs FL (population.9)
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Posted 17 Jul 2009 11:47 am
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Tiny, I just knew you would be out there fishing and what a great place to do it:lol: My neighbor and I have been fishing the Hernando"flats this week for Tarpon..So far no keepers just a couple of good eating black tip Sharks.  .I must say one of my best expiriences was being asked by Randy Rollman to sing a set with him at one of Bill Hankeys bashes..A truly great player..I seem to recall a Larry Bevins being on the same show...While I spent some 20 years in New England and did some shows with Jim Smith in New York for Dekley,I was very impressed at all the NY steelers that showed for those... |
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Don Sulesky
From:
Citrus County, FL, Orig. from MA & NH
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Posted 18 Jul 2009 3:22 am
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We have two great steel players down here in Florida who are members of our Florida Steel Guitar Club.
Jack Dougherty and Johnny Bondz of Bondz Music.
Both originaly from upsate NY.
Then we have Jim Duvall who will show up in the winter now and then.
Yes, Floral Park, NY is the home of the 1st pedal steel club, the PSGA.
Go to this site and check out the NY steelers.
http://www.onlinesteelers.com/
Don |
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Larry Edwards
From:
Broadalbin, NY
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Posted 19 Jul 2009 9:21 am
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[quote="Larry Rafferty"] hey larry its larry thanks for the comp
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Larry Edwards
From:
Broadalbin, NY
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Posted 19 Jul 2009 9:47 am
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[quote="Tiny Olson"] i tiny i just sent you e_mail hope you get it my computer has been acting up.
larry edwards .
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with 8 pedals and 5 knees.and a dbl body single neck with 3 pedals and 5 knees. I play a vegas 400 and I have a new steelking. I am a leftie. |
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Randy Rollman
From:
Hadley NY USA
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Posted 31 Aug 2009 11:11 am New Pedal Steel Club
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Chuck - you could start a new club up here! You just call a meeting and see who shows up!
Randy
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Bernie Gonyea
From:
Sherman Tx. 75092 ,U.S.A. (deceased)
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Posted 31 Aug 2009 4:16 pm Steel Pickers In New York State
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Hi there, fellow pickers; am a retired post master/steel player from St. Lawrence county; the biggest county in N.Y. State. Haven't played actively in several years, but still love to attempt to do some pickin' on my sho-Bro Hound dog guitar; actually I played at a friend's funeral this A, M., here in an ASG Church in Edwards, N.Y. Along side two old buddies whom played with my deceased buddy. One of the most lively and best services I have ever attended. Standing room only..A.Men.. Do I still qualify as an active picker; I do own a 2007 Zum steel, which I am trying to play once again; if my fingers will allow me to [ with the good Lord's help ] I live only a few miles away from John Deboalt, a fine picker, in his own right.. You must hear him play the resonator guitar; one of the finest I've heard here in N.Y. State. We are both looking for someone to jam with. If you are interested E- Mail us, O.K? Bernie Gonyea
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Larry Robbins
From:
Fort Edward, New York
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Posted 2 Sep 2009 10:12 am
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Yes, there are a few up this way. 
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Bob Carlucci
From:
Candor, New York, USA
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Posted 3 Sep 2009 12:27 am
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Yeah there are enough good steel players to go around here in NY.
Just not enough work for them. 
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