Portland Steel Jam Ponderosa Lounge May 3rd

Mike Eisler · Post by **Mike Eisler** » 16 Apr 2015 5:57 pm

Just a comment about the upcoming Portland Steel Jam:

Lap steels have always been welcome. I have heard several lap steel players every time I have attended, in fact they frequently "steel the show". There must have been a misunderstanding when Larry said he would always have lap steels at the jam and "THERE WOULD BE NO LAPSE". Afterwards we could all stand to take a few laps just to cool down. Since I always recall seeing lap steels at the jam I must have a lapse in memory.

Joshua Gibson · Post by **Joshua Gibson** » 20 Apr 2015 9:46 pm

TTT, Y'all better be woodsheddin'

Larry Behm · Post by **Larry Behm** » 25 Apr 2015 7:02 am

1 week and counting down.

Dave Harmonson · Post by **Dave Harmonson** » 28 Apr 2015 10:23 am

I'll be road worn and hobbling on bad hips, but I'll be there a 'pickin' with y'all

Tony Glassman · Post by **Tony Glassman** » 29 Apr 2015 4:04 pm

I thought it was going to be able to make it, but can't due to work demands. See you guys next time

Bryan Daste · Post by **Bryan Daste** » 1 May 2015 6:44 pm

Made some Nashville Number charts for the jam tunes - these are based off the YouTube links Larry posted. Just handwritten, and if there are errors, sorry

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bxuc-0 ... sp=sharing

It's a zip file with 4 jpegs. Hit the download button at the top of the page (downward-facing arrow icon).

Larry Behm · Post by **Larry Behm** » 2 May 2015 10:19 am

Tomorrow is the big day, Jubitz here we come. We start a 1:00.

There will be a 4 sale table so bring your "stuff"

I have a N112 for $275 so bring you money as well.

Pete Burak · Post by **Pete Burak** » 2 May 2015 2:37 pm

I have a gigs before and after the jam (11:30am-1:30pm at Saturday Market, and out in the Gorge later in the day), but I will try to "slide" in and hang with the gang for a few.

Dave Harmonson · Post by **Dave Harmonson** » 3 May 2015 7:31 am

Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond my control I'll have to miss this after all. Hope to catch you on the next one.

Loren Depping · Post by **Loren Depping** » 3 May 2015 7:44 pm

Just want to offer my gratitude to everyone today: to Debbie, Tim and Kenny for keeping us on track; to everyone who came and played so well for us to hear and learn from; to Bob for your kindness. Most of all, thank you Larry--for organizing and for all the time you've invested in your students. We all appreciate you--and this group of steelers--a great deal. Thank you for bringing us all together.

Bryan Daste · Post by **Bryan Daste** » 3 May 2015 10:16 pm

Another great steel jam!

Christopher Woitach · Post by **Christopher Woitach** » 4 May 2015 6:50 am

I had a great time! I wish I didn't have to leave early for my gig, but I truly enjoyed it while I was there. I appreciate how supportive everyone is as I stumble my way through the tunes....

Thank you, Larry, for all the work you do to make it happen - I can't thank you enough

Pete Burak · Post by **Pete Burak** » 4 May 2015 8:38 am

Oh Man, Sorry I missed it. I ran out of free time and wasn't able to make it out to Jubitz.
Next Time!
Pete

Bob Muller · Post by **Bob Muller** » 4 May 2015 9:38 am

Here are some pictures from the May 3rd Steel Guitar Jam. We had 21 players and they all played great and had a good time!! The Ponderosa was a successful venue, they treated us like royalty. Thank you to everyone who came to play and to listen. Thank you to Larry for organizing another successful jam!!

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Hope to see everyone at the next jam!!

Tony Glassman · Post by **Tony Glassman** » 4 May 2015 1:22 pm

Looks like it was great. Wish I could've been there, but won't miss another.

Duane Becker · Post by **Duane Becker** » 4 May 2015 1:48 pm

Thanks Larry, band and all for a great time. One of the best jams around...

Larry Behm · Post by **Larry Behm** » 4 May 2015 2:13 pm

Thanks for the pics, I saw smiles for miles. 21 pickers I counted.

The skill level of the young players is going up and everyone noticed it. I feel it is because all of these players are working to some degree with a band, it will get you there quicker.

Loren, Jamie, Ben, Pauly, Brian, Josh, Chris, these boys have the skills and they are really on fire now. (I need to buckle down)

Thanks to all of those who traveled so far to pick with us, it is as much a treat for us as it is for you.

Next jam we might see:
Doug J
Gene M
Matt E
Ken P
Pete B
Will B
Steve T
Steve H
Steve R
Steve L
Bob M
Tucker J
Tab T
Dan T
Jon H
Eric H
Dave B
Wayne F
Dom F
Brian M
Dave H
Dennis L
Twayne
Scott H
Ian M
Russ B
Ray M
Wally G
Chris G
Neil R
Wayne M

Here is hoping.

Ken Pippus · Post by **Ken Pippus** » 4 May 2015 2:18 pm

Looks like a great time. This working for a living thing compromises my lifestyle. Will try to make it next time.

Larry Behm · Post by **Larry Behm** » 4 May 2015 2:26 pm

Josh had a jacket made for me. I took my pick in about 1978 just for fun. Thanks guys.

Tony Glassman · Post by **Tony Glassman** » 4 May 2015 5:13 pm

Larry Behm wrote: Next jam we might see:
Doug J
Gene M
Matt E
Ken P
Pete B
Will B
Steve T
Steve H
Steve R
Steve L
Bob M
Tucker J
Tab T
Dan T
Jon H
Eric H
Dave B
Wayne F
Dom F
Brian M
Dave H
Dennis L
Twayne
Scott H
Ian M
Russ B
Ray M
Wally G

Here is hoping.

Larry , Does this list mean, I should stay away from the next one too?

Larry Behm · Post by **Larry Behm** » 4 May 2015 6:45 pm

Nothing personal my friend, old and in a hurry

Here is a link to a vid of the jam.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OHfaoSQ38k

Larry Behm · Post by **Larry Behm** » 7 May 2015 3:08 pm

Video is up. see above link.

James Greenan · Post by **James Greenan** » 7 May 2015 6:56 pm

What a great gathering and effort by Larry. It's very inspiring to sit with these fellow players and take it all in. A real wealth of experience and talent that goes way back and besides, I got to sit next to Dave Grafe, the mystic, who really put me at ease. Thanks Dave : ) also thanks to Lynn Stafford, Bob Muller, Harley James and Russ Blake for the kind words, technical know how, encouragment and gear help, and to Bill Moran for helping set up the deal on the 78' Emmons single neck I played at the jam. It's long over due that I got it to the show. What a guitar.

Loren Depping · Post by **Loren Depping** » 14 May 2015 11:18 am

Thanks for posting the video, Larry. (Did Kathy take this? Thank you to whomever did.)

James Erickson · Post by **James Erickson** » 28 Jul 2015 3:10 pm

Hi Everyone, I shot the video at the jam. I had some audio sync issues and had to repost the video. The new link is below. I started coming to the jams a couple of years ago because I wanted to hear my uncle, Kurt Nichols, play. I have always loved the steel and really have enjoyed the wealth of talent at these jams.

The vids of past jams are the most popular on my YouTube channel. Lots of positive comments have been received.

The jams finally got to me, and I am happy to report that I'm now the proud owner of my uncles old Mullen RP D10! I'm hoping to get my chops up to speed for the next jam! After learning to play just a bit, I have all the more respect for your talents.

Here is the link:

http://youtu.be/KvDjUWfxLvw. - up to 4k resolution

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