What convention is the best for gear and workshops?

Mick OGrady · Post by **Mick OGrady** » 23 Feb 2022 6:24 am

I am interested in going to steel guitar conventions for workshops but also to try out gear. What convention presents the most complete variety of pedal steel builders and models as well as related equipment? Are there conventions where it is possible to rent guitars to use in workshops? I see people with their guitars in workshops on some You Tube Videos, but the idea of bringing one on a plane does not sound simple.

Bill Ferguson · Post by **Bill Ferguson** » 23 Feb 2022 6:40 am

Without a doubt, the Texas Steel Guitar Jamboree (next month) is the place to be.
Most all of the steel vendors, workshops, clinics and Music, music, music.
Plus you can talk to all the players.

As far as renting a steel, I don't know. But there are so many steel guitars at the show, new and old, that I feel sure someone would loan you a steel.

And most workshops, you don't need a steel. They send you home with plenty of literature and stuff.

Paul King · Post by **Paul King** » 23 Feb 2022 6:42 am

The Texas Steel Guitar Association has the annual show in March. The show has seminars, all kind of products and yes manufactures as well. It is also a great show for music and fellowship.

Herb Steiner · Post by **Herb Steiner** » 24 Feb 2022 10:48 pm

Bill Ferguson speaks the truth. The TSGA Jamboree is definitely "it."

I understand that the hotel for our show, the Sheraton DFW Airport Hotel, is sold out. As it is every year. But there are several hotels surrounding the venue. Go to the TSGA website www.texassteelguitar.org, for more info. Be sure to state that you're coming for the TSGA Jamboree, I believe they offer discounted rates for our show.

Karen Sarkisian · Post by **Karen Sarkisian** » 25 Feb 2022 7:57 am

yes ! Dallas is the place to be !