Reece to SGHOF--It's Long Overdue

Fred Shannon · Post by **Fred Shannon** » 24 Jul 2003 7:50 pm

Well, guess it's time to dig it up again, with the annual SGHOF meeting coming up. I understand the MSA Resolution process was concluded earlier than originally planned, and in a way that resulted in all the legitimate participants reaching an agreeable arrangement with MSA. If this is valid, I'm happy that all has been taken care of, and think that now it's time for Maurice 'Reece' Anderson to be properly recognized for his contributions to the steel guitar community.

For all who know Reece, including all those individuals who have been inspired by his playing, along with those of you who have benefited from his help, think about this; Isn't it about time we give something back, and do whatever we can to let the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame President & Board Members know that it's time for them to place one of the greatest players,teachers, and manufacturers of the steel guitar into that prestigious place?

In my opinion, Reece, who has contributed so much to the technological advancement of the instrument, along with his teaching and playing of the steel guitar, and then not having been inducted into the Hall--and I know he has been formally nominated many times--perhaps, has been the victim of some serious misunderstanding by some of the Board Members. Now it's time to go back to square one and get him inducted into the SGHOF.

Agree, or disagree, but no flames please. Your opinions and suggestions are certainly welcome. Please don't be the reason the topic is terminated.

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Sidney Malone · Post by **Sidney Malone** » 24 Jul 2003 9:25 pm

Fred, I couldn't agree more!! There's nobody out there who deserves to be there more than Reece in my opinion.

I don't think the resolution process should play a part one way or the other in the decision to put an individual in the HOF. In my mind the MSA resolution process was something Reece felt was the right thing to do, which I totally agree with, but was not required to "clear" his or anyone else's name.

I don't know the in's and out's of how the HOF works but the fact that Reece is not already in there tells me a lot about how it works along with a lot of other similar organizations.

No offense is meant toward anyone associated with the HOF, I don't even know one person in the decision making process. All I know is if Reece ain't there, then there's a problem with the process!!

Just my opinion.

Eric West · Post by **Eric West** » 24 Jul 2003 9:36 pm

I'd second that.

IMHO he IS already a charter member of the REAL HOF, and there's nothing even HE can do about it. He played his way there.

YouknowwhatImeanVern?

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JB Arnold · Post by **JB Arnold** » 24 Jul 2003 10:19 pm

Well, I'm certainly on board. But it will be interesting to see if this thread can avoid going into the ditch. My guess is, there's still going to be opposition.

JB

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CrowBear Schmitt · Post by **CrowBear Schmitt** » 25 Jul 2003 12:54 am

i'm in ! no flames here

it's about time Reece get's in there too.

Frank Parish · Post by **Frank Parish** » 25 Jul 2003 1:46 am

Absolutely! I just bought his Steel and Brass Cd this week and have long been in favor of Reece in the Hall of Fame. It's long overdue.

Richard Gonzales · Post by **Richard Gonzales** » 25 Jul 2003 7:10 am

I just had to resurrect my old post of
WHAT ACCOMPLISHMENTS IS IT GOING TO TAKE!
If some are missing, add to the list.

Rick Collins · Post by **Rick Collins** » 25 Jul 2003 7:31 am

...YES! YES! YES!

You had better believe that this man deserves to be in the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame. He is right up there with, "the best of them".

Innovator, teacher, and expertly accomplished artist of the steel guitar; ___ what thinking person can deny this?

Rick

David Wright · Post by **David Wright** » 25 Jul 2003 8:06 am

I do not want to offend anyone associated with the HOF and I do not profess to know anything about the voting/induction process. However, I do know that Maurice Anderson is one heck of a player. His inovative styling can be heard through out many different players. His impact on the Steel Guitar cannot be measured by anything less than an induction into the HOF.

His ability as a teacher shouldn't be ignored either. Players of all levels turn to Maurice for lessons and insight to the PSG. His ablility to break complex theory down to any playing level has advanced many a player and understanding of this complex instrument.

Reece's talent and accomplishments can't all be listed here. The list is just too long.

With that said I confess that I am confused with what one must do to become a HOF memeber? Perhaps this will become clear to all of us in the future.

But my vote will always go to the player who advances PSG playing and I've never met a more progressive musician than Maurice Anderson! I don't think God's made one yet....

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Richard Gonzales · Post by **Richard Gonzales** » 25 Jul 2003 10:09 am

There is a process to nominate a candidate for the HOF. Although many us have sent nominating letters many times including myself to no avail! Maybe it is because the people nominating are not respected steel guitarist? Maybe a nominating letter from B.E, Tommy White or J.D. might turn the tide.
Here is hoping that one of the steel guitar giants will send that letter !

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 25 Jul 2003 10:15 am

If He is inducted this time, I will reconsider and maybe start going to the St Louis Show again.

He is Long Long Long overdue.

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Al Marcus · Post by **Al Marcus** » 25 Jul 2003 3:09 pm

I agree, and with you guys all the way.

What David Wright said was important.

The HOF honors those who by their work, increased the knowledge, furthers the progression of the Steel Guitar, Used an "Innovative tuning" (like Bob white), advanced the Steel guitar to new heights, etc. etc.

Did Maurice Anderson do all this. Of course he did!

I have known Scotty, Jeff, and Tom and they are all great super guys, that have done a lot for the advancement of the Steel Guitar.

Now they should recgonize another Great Steel player, by voting him in the SGHOF..........al

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Frank Estes · Post by **Frank Estes** » 25 Jul 2003 6:57 pm

So, some are still trying to make a big deal about a basement wall at the Millenium Hotel in St. Louis??? The important thing is for one to be respected by one's peers and clearly Maurice is. He does not need a plaque on the wall of a Hotel to tell him that...

Jody Sanders · Post by **Jody Sanders** » 25 Jul 2003 9:30 pm

As far as I'm concerned, Maurice is The Hall Of Fame. As was said, a plaque on a basement wall is not necessary to tell of Maurice's outstanding career relative to the steel guitar. Once again, standing tall. Jody.

John Steele · Post by **John Steele** » 25 Jul 2003 10:24 pm

It's on the agenda, right after Peace in the Middle East...
-John

David L. Donald · Post by **David L. Donald** » 26 Jul 2003 1:54 am

As far as I am concerned Reece is in my personal hall of fame for the PSG.
If all he had done was build the MSA Millenium, I would consider it qualification. A superb advancement of the instruments technology.

But you add the body of his work over many years, his inovations, such as tunings and unique copedents, his teaching, and writing; it's a no brainer.
And all my communications with him have shown him to be someone I will be very pleased to meet and to shake his hand in St Louis.

Come on HOF, give recognition where it's due.[This message was edited by David L. Donald on 26 July 2003 at 06:47 AM.]

JERRY THURMOND · Post by **JERRY THURMOND** » 26 Jul 2003 4:20 am

I believe Reece will get in, if not this year for sure next year, I think they hold there election meeting the last day of the Conv every year. I believe we all made are concern to have Reece in the Hall Of Fame very loud an clear last year, but it may have been to late for the meeting, but I think it will happen an not to a more deserveing person. Jerry

Emmett Roch · Post by **Emmett Roch** » 26 Jul 2003 5:27 am

With all due respect to everyone, Reese belongs in the HOF.

He is an acknowledged and respected peer of the greats who are already in there, so this means (to me, anyway) that he is already one of them and should be honored accordingly. It would be difficult to name somebody who has done any more or worked any harder for our instrument.

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joe long · Post by **joe long** » 26 Jul 2003 6:30 am

Way over due. There's no excuse for snubbing which Maurice has received.

Reggie Duncan · Post by **Reggie Duncan** » 26 Jul 2003 9:53 am

As I said in another post;
My 3 votes for the SGHOF are
Sonny Garrish
Maurice Anderson
Julian Tharpe
(In no special order)

Bill Sampler · Post by **Bill Sampler** » 26 Jul 2003 10:47 am

Well, I haven't been playing steel very long and I don't personally know any of the forum members and I certainly don't know anything about the HOF, but Reeece has been my instructor for the past 3 months and I have learned a great deal from him.

Not only about the technical aspects of the steel but about how the music business works and how to go about achieving my goal of being a local session player.

He has been a tremendous inspiration to me, more than I think even he or anyone else knows. I want more than anything to learn this instrument inside and out and to be able to play on someone's recording someday; even if it is just a demo. He is a very patient and considerate person whom I admire greatly. I owe him a great debt and I hope to get a chance to repay him someday for what he has taught me so far and for what he will teach me in the future.

In my opinion, he gets my vote for HOF.

Thanks for everything Reece...

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Terry Wood · Post by **Terry Wood** » 27 Jul 2003 6:41 pm

Reece Anderson and Julian THarpe both defintely belong in the SGHOF. Also as another thread on here states Sonny Garrish too belongs in the SGHOF.

I'm proud to say like several of you all that Julian and Reece were my friends and mentors. GREAT players and both contributed a bunch to the advancement of the instrument we all love so much!

May GOD bless each reader on here!

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Gary Walker · Post by **Gary Walker** » 27 Jul 2003 7:51 pm

I'll never forget the first time I heard Reece play in May 1968 in Napa CA in Tom Bradshaw's steel show. Here this hansome guy was setting up this single neck steel and thinking that it wasn't going to be much, I had my back to him as I walked to the rear of the auditorium when he started to play and I almost got a whiplash turning around and was blown away by some of the most awesome playing I have ever heard. I thought "He has played before." In the years since and the times I have had the pleasure of hearing and talking to this fine gentleman and super player, I believe he belongs in the most recognized institution for steel players, thanks, Gary.