BIG SHOW IN MESA, AZ...JANUARY 25, 26, 27

Billy Easton · Post by **Billy Easton** » 12 Dec 2006 8:38 pm

Thanks for all the responses...it will indeed be the biggest and best show yet! Herb, we are looking forward to your set!! Al Marcus, wish you were here to soak up some sunshine and great steel guitar playing. It has been a long time since I have seen you....any chance you could make it? Dean, it will be good to see you, too! The San Diego pickers are always welcome to be here with the "Zonies". Jimbeaux, we are looking forward to seeing you and your son....and Pete, it will be great to have you and your Dad here!! Better bring your steel!!

Billy Easton

Chuck S. Lettes · Post by **Chuck S. Lettes** » 13 Dec 2006 6:20 am

Hi Billy,
I'm looking forward to spending the weekend in sunny Mesa. It will be a nice change from Denver.
Chuck

Bobby Bowman · Post by **Bobby Bowman** » 13 Dec 2006 10:57 am

Why don't we all go over to "Poncho's" and have a really good Mexican dinner?

! We'll even invite the Beaver to come along.
See ya there.
BB
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Thom Beeman · Post by **Thom Beeman** » 13 Dec 2006 11:11 am

Great idea, Bobby, Beaver can buy because we let him come with us.

Dr.Bowman, when are you going to treat all of us with a new CD???

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Pete Burak · Post by **Pete Burak** » 13 Dec 2006 2:30 pm

Billy, I don't think I'll be bringing a steel to this show, but I'm guessing there'll be some jamming in the show rooms or wherever.
Cool!
Pete B.

Randy Beavers · Post by **Randy Beavers** » 13 Dec 2006 4:33 pm

I've got a ticket to ride!

Paunchos!!!

Billy Easton · Post by **Billy Easton** » 13 Dec 2006 4:59 pm

I talked to Fred Justice today and I have confirmed that Fred will be there to play for us too!! This is great news. Fred is an awesome player who deserves to be heard. Better make your plans to attend....it is our biggest and best yet!!

Billy Easton

Jack Francis · Post by **Jack Francis** » 13 Dec 2006 6:54 pm

It will be great to have Fred pickin' and a grinnin' at the show.

Phillip Lee Thompson · Post by **Phillip Lee Thompson** » 13 Dec 2006 7:02 pm

AMEN Jack ,
Thank you Billy for getting that" ole bug eater,Fred Justice " to play at this Steel Guitar Pull. You are indeed getting the best of the best.
Phil and Patty Thompson. [This message was edited by Phillip Lee Thompson on 14 December 2006 at 08:41 AM.]

Bobby Bowman · Post by **Bobby Bowman** » 13 Dec 2006 9:05 pm

Alright gang,,,,,let's all give a big "HOORAY" for Poncho's. LOL

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Jerry Lee Newberry · Post by **Jerry Lee Newberry** » 14 Dec 2006 6:10 am

Jerry and Austin are gearing up for the trip. They are going Monday to Branson to make a new CD. We should have it with us in Mesa. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!!!!!!!

Donna

Fred Justice · Post by **Fred Justice** » 14 Dec 2006 7:38 am

Indeed I will be there the entire weekend, could'nt miss my home state show.
But I'm not coming alone folks, I'm bringing a train load of goodies for ya all to take home with you.
Now b0b don't like us to talk about it over here, so with all due respect, go on over and see my post in (FOR SALE, AMPS. and accessories) and I'll tell ya what all I'm bringing to sale.
Now this show is the very best the southwest has to offer in steel guitar entertainment, so you don't EVEN wanta think about missing this one.
See you all at the show.

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Bobby Lee · Post by **Bobby Lee** » 14 Dec 2006 8:42 am

I've heard it rumored that my set will probably be scheduled for early in the day on Friday. So, if you're not a famous, hot shot pro player, plan to get there early.

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Jack Francis · Post by **Jack Francis** » 14 Dec 2006 11:22 am

b0b sat in with The Roadhouse Kings a few years ago..after he left the guys said, "So thats what the steel is supposed to sound like, could he join us?"

Whenever they scedule b0b's set, try and make it...he's a good-un.

Bobby Lee · Post by **Bobby Lee** » 14 Dec 2006 11:24 am

I'm okay with all that old rock and roll. It's that country stuff that's hard.

Mitch Druckman · Post by **Mitch Druckman** » 14 Dec 2006 5:41 pm

When will the schedule of events be available?

Billy Easton · Post by **Billy Easton** » 14 Dec 2006 8:37 pm

I am working on the schedule of events. We will be starting at 3:00 pm on Thursday till midnight. Starting again on Friday morning at 9:00 am till midnight, and again on Saturday from 9:00 am to midnight. The best music in the world!!! We will be auctioning a ONE OF A KIND Steel Guitar Quilt that will knock you off your feet! We have a few more surprises along the way. Come on to Mesa and join us....it is going to be a great show!! The hotel has just opened another block of rooms for us...only 25 rooms left at the special convention price. When you call the Holiday Inn,be sure and mention it is for the Southwestern Steel Guitar Association to get the special convention rate of $84.50 plus tax. Regular rate is $139.00, so don't be left out. Call them today. All the contact information is on the website at: www.swsteelguitar.com

Billy Easton
Casa Grande, AZ
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Billy Easton · Post by **Billy Easton** » 18 Dec 2006 9:49 pm

Time is getting close...and we are getting excited to have and to host such great players at our 4th Annual Southwestern Steel Guitar Association Convention. Check out Doug Jernigan's post about his seminar..better sign up quick! For more information see the website:
www.swsteelguitar.com

See ya there!!

Billy Easton
Casa Grande, AZ

Joe Naylor · Post by **Joe Naylor** » 24 Dec 2006 12:42 pm

Merry Christmas
Happy New Year
C-ya at the show in that order.

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Joe Naylor, Avondale, AZ (Phoenix)Desert Rose Guitar SD-10 & D-10, Life Member of the Arizona Carport Pickers Association, Southwest Steel Guitar Association, Texas Steel Guitar Association, builder of Srolyan Guitars

DeWitt Scott · Post by **DeWitt Scott** » 24 Dec 2006 6:35 pm

Bill, Mary and I have our tickets and are anxious to come to the show. I'm pleased that Herby Wallace is added. He has been one of very favorite player and friend for many, many years. See you there. Scotty & Mary.

Mike Perlowin · Post by **Mike Perlowin** » 24 Dec 2006 7:59 pm

Although I'm scheduled to perform, I've decided not to play this year. I've been far too busy with other things to properly prepare, and I'd rather not play at all than not play at my best.

I will however be there, helping b0b run the steel guitar forum booth, so please stop by and say hello.

Barring any unexpected problems or delays in production, I will have copies of the Curly Chalker DVD available at the show.

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Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 24 Dec 2006 9:32 pm

Shoot! There goes my budding career as a Mikette...

Dean Batye · Post by **Dean Batye** » 25 Dec 2006 10:34 am

Well Mike,like Jim I have working on my high
kick to become a Mike"tte,wish you would think this over before you bow out. Look foward to seeing everyone in Mesa.
Dean Batye

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Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 27 Dec 2006 4:54 pm

Darn,I was sooo looking forward to seeing Mr. Cohen in a TU-TU.
Ray

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Billy Easton · Post by **Billy Easton** » 27 Dec 2006 7:47 pm

It's getting closer and closer!! If you plan to order tickets in advance by mail, they must be postmarked by Jan. 15th in order for us to receive them and prepare the badges. Of course, you can always pay at the door as well. Also, there has been some confusion among some of those who have paid in advance. We do not routinely send out receipts/confirmations. If you have pre-registered and paid in advance, you can pick up your badges/passes at the registration table when you arrive at the show. Looking forward to seeing old and new friends!!

Billy Easton
Casa Grande, AZ