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Topic: Pedal Steel Convention - Vancouver, Canada |
David W.D. McCormick
From: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Posted 1 Dec 2024 11:29 am
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Hi All,
[Apologies if I've posted this to the wrong section of the forum]
I am on the organizing committee for a brand new pedal steel convention that will be taking place in Vancouver, BC, Canada, over the weekend of February 6-9th. Vancouver has a young and thriving country, folk, and roots music scene, and there are lots of steel players up here (relatively speaking). We have a number of sponsors lined up, three days' worth of studio time available for session work, several local venues booked day and night, numerous working professional steelers attending as delegates, and various bands performing throughout the weekend. We are planning to begin promotion this month and I will follow up with more details soon.
We are hoping to benefit from the wisdom and experience of those who have attended prior conventions (i.e. Scotty's). While our organizing committee has a great deal of experience with events, promotions, and business/legal, nobody has ever organized or attended a steel convention.
I would GREATLY appreciate the input of this wonderful and supportive community. If you have attended, organized, or assisted in any way with a steel guitar convention, please DM me to set up a 10 minute phone call, or post in this thread with your thoughts and experiences.
We are particularly interesting in gaining input on:
1. The general structure of how conventions have run in the past, including what specific events and seminars are a "must";
2. Pitfalls to avoid;
3. Logistical challenges and solutions; and
4. Suggestions for individuals to contact for guidance or assistance.
Thanks so much in advance and happy thanksgiving to our American friends.
David _________________ Carter S-10 Pro -> Sarno Black Box -> Hilton VP -> Kemper Profiler Player -> Fender FR-12 |
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Larry Ball
From: Airdrie, Alberta, Canada
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Posted 4 Dec 2024 5:58 am
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Yes.. this post should be in the “Upcoming Events Announcement “ section..
I thought I would pass on my “Two Cents”.. First a “Steel Guitar Convention “ is a great idea. but two months from now.
You mentioned “Professional Steelers “ Who are they..
Dallas, Scott’s .. took years to grow…
To develop such a Convention will take a lot of time and effort. _________________ Sho~Bud SD10 LDG, Show-Pro SD10 LDG, Peavey Nashville 112, Boss Katana 100 MK11, Telonic's F100 Multi-Taper Super Pro V/P, Wayne Brown “Custom Designed Amp” |
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Herb Steiner
From: Briarcliff TX 78669, pop. 2,064
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Posted 4 Dec 2024 3:38 pm Start small... VERY small.
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And be prepared to lose money. Decide beforehand how the losses will be divided. Seriously.
And two months away? Hmmm...
The SWSGA Convention in the Phoenix area is in January.
The TSGA Jamboree is in March, in the Dallas area.
Attendees have been planning to be at these two shows for many months, have made hotel reservations, etc.
How many folks are you estimating to attend, and from what general geographic areas will they travel, bearing in mind that Vancouver is the functionally the farthest west point of Canada and America?
You've got a whole lot of work to do. Plan on the show being one day... two days at the max. Be aware of how much monetary commitment you can realistically handle.
And consult with the folks who run the Denver Steel Show. They've had the experiences you're about to embark upon. _________________ My rig: Infinity and Telonics.
Son, we live in a world with walls, and those walls have to be guarded by men with steel guitars. Who's gonna do it? You? You, Lt. Weinberg? |
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Bob Blair
From: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Posted 4 Dec 2024 6:50 pm
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Sounds like a different kind of event than the TSGA and SWSGA and should be a blast. |
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Jim Robbins
From: Ontario, Canada
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Posted 4 Dec 2024 8:08 pm
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Sounds like a plan. I'm there. |
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Bob Blair
From: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Posted 4 Dec 2024 8:13 pm
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Hey Jim Robbins! Me too. |
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John Lacey
From: Black Diamond, Alberta, Canada
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Posted 13 Dec 2024 11:13 am
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Herb’s got some important tips there. I would start small and work your way up, year by year. Definitely count on losing money, although sponsors will help. Are the Dave McCormick former dj from jr country? Just asking. |
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David W.D. McCormick
From: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Posted 3 Jan 2025 2:41 pm
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Hi folks,
Short update for those who are supportive and/or interested. You can follow our instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/cryintimesteelguitarconvention/ for more information. Tickets are now on sale.
David
_________________ Carter S-10 Pro -> Sarno Black Box -> Hilton VP -> Kemper Profiler Player -> Fender FR-12 |
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Cappone dAngelo
From: Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Posted 5 Jan 2025 9:11 pm
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I purchased a pass! Looking forward to seeing the detailed schedule - hoping for lots of masterclasses and other interactive sessions. |
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Ross Shafer
From: Petaluma, California
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Posted 6 Jan 2025 8:22 am
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These folks are putting on a very different type of Steel Guitar show from those we're used to. This one is much more about bringing sweet steel featured music to the public.
Reaching out to the public in hopes they'll come listen to, enjoy and get hooked on this instrument we all love, has been sorely missing from the traditionally shows we've gotten used to. While there's certainly nothing wrong with gatherings of all us who are already "in the club" ....it's definitely better for the future of our beloved instrument to entice music lovers from the general public into shows where they just might see the light and join the fray!
In the interest of full disclosure. Regardless of what the poster says, I will not be subjecting anyone to my lack of playing ability. I will however be giving a workshop covering just how these contraptions work as well as their proper care and feeding.
Hope to see a lot of you there, if you make it, find me a say howdy! |
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Chris Templeton
From: The Green Mountain State
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Posted 7 Jan 2025 5:06 pm
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Alright! Nice to see a steel gathering taking place! People getting together.
I used to have lessons with Jerry Byrd at Harry's Musicic, in Honolulu, and one time he said, "music is a reflection of society".
In this post-Covidian Era, this event is getting back to normal and reflects our love of the steel guitar. _________________ Excel 3/4 Pedal With An 8 String Hawaiian Neck, Sierra Tapper (10 string with a raised fretboard to fret with fingers), Single neck Fessenden 3/5
"The Tapper" : https://christophertempleton.bandcamp.com/album/the-tapper
Soundcloud Playlist: https://soundcloud.com/bluespruce8: |
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Lee Rider
From: Fort Bragg, California, USA
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Posted 8 Jan 2025 9:52 am
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Thinking about attending. Is there a preferred or discounted hotel list near the venues?
Looks like it will be a great event.
Best,
Lee Rider _________________ Bowman SD10 push pull 3x5, Modified Hudson PedalBro, Sarno Tonic preamp, Evans FET 500. with Altec 418B, Standel Custom 15, '67 Showman with D-130F in cabinet, Ganz Straight Ahead, custom Wolfe 6 string dobro, '52 Gibson Century 6. |
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