Hey Reece I Did It!

bob drawbaugh · Post by **bob drawbaugh** » 7 Jul 2004 1:17 pm

I had the opportunity recently to take some lessons with Maurice Anderson. I was as nervous as a cat on a hot tin roof. But, after a few minutes with Reece it was like old home week for me. It was like we were old friends. This made my time with him even better. Reece has forever changed the way I look at steel guitar and music, and for that I am greatful. The reason for this post is to let you know about a video Reece has out. This tape has been out for years, how did I miss it? This is a live concert/seminar video he did at North Texas University. I think the people in the audience were music majors at the University. The got to ask Reece just about any question imaginable. Reece also demonstrated his steelguitar MIDI set up. On the Video Reece plays some great Jazz tunes, with a great back up band. Then about half way into the tape Reece breaks into a country song. I mean Buddy Emmons, Jimmy Day type country. I guess the rumor about Reece and his tuning can't play country must not be true.

If you are a fan of Reece, the Universal tuning ,Jazz steel guitar or just great 6th playing you should try and get this tape. I don't know how many more Reece may have, if any. But it is well worth the price just for the playing.

Sidney Malone · Post by **Sidney Malone** » 7 Jul 2004 6:09 pm

Congrats Bob!!! I know how great of a time you had and how much you learned cause I've been there, done that. I really hope you were one of the privledged few to get one of Teresa's milkshakes, I HEARD they were really good.

You are so right about Reece playing country with the best of them. He's sent chills up my spine at the Johnnie High show in Arlinton as well as setting across from him while being taught some invaluable lessons.

One things for sure, you will be a changed player when you leave Reece's house!

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Gary Walker · Post by **Gary Walker** » 7 Jul 2004 11:23 pm

Quote: "Hey Reece I did it" is the title from a record Tom Bradshaw did many years ago and I still have a copy of that momentous occasion. Catchy phrase, there and still works after 30+ years.

bob drawbaugh · Post by **bob drawbaugh** » 8 Jul 2004 4:39 am

Sidney,milkshake.....I was glad just to get a restroom break.

Reece would get started teaching and we would just forget about the time. It was a good time, no dought.

David Wright · Post by **David Wright** » 8 Jul 2004 5:45 am

Maurice's playing and teachings are second to none, been a student for 34 years, and a fan for life!!! But, never have sceen the milkshake thing in all these years...hummmmmmm

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Burton Lee · Post by **Burton Lee** » 8 Jul 2004 11:17 am

Do you know when the video was recorded? I work at the University of North Texas College of Music. I hope I wasn't around and missed him!!

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Reece Anderson · Post by **Reece Anderson** » 8 Jul 2004 12:14 pm

Bobby D....Your random choice of a title for your thread, provided me a flood of emotions and memories.

The words "Hey Reece I did It" will be forever etched in my mind, and are remembered with reverence while being one of, if not the most cherished memories of my entire musical career which was shared by, and with a friend.

I appreciate so much your very kind words about your visit here. It was a sincere pleasure to share music with you and have your and your beautiful wife Brenda visit.

Sidney M....My dear friend, thank you for your very kind words. Please tell little Lindsey "Reece" that Teresa and I love her.

Gary W....Thank you for remembering, and your very kind words. Again, upon reflection, I would agree with you by saying; that was a momentos and life altering once in a lifetime experience for me.

David W....If you will recall, you insisted on a steak instead of a milkshake, and as usual, you got your way, cause you're bigger me and can whup me.

Burton L....I played the concert at North Texas University the evening of April 22nd 1991.

Al Marcus · Post by **Al Marcus** » 8 Jul 2004 4:50 pm

"Hey , Reece, I did it".
If I remember Tom Bradshaw played "La Golondria' (the swallow) and did a real nice job of it. I believe Reece played Bass on it. I have the tape.
This was a great point in time for Tom.I don't remember the exact year but around 1968?......al

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Jeff A. Smith · Post by **Jeff A. Smith** » 8 Jul 2004 7:38 pm

This is a live concert/seminar video he did at North Texas University.

That is a good video.

I believe Reece is playing a "Vintage" series MSA U-12.

I wonder if, when nobody's around, he sometimes puts away the Millennium and gets out his old green "The Universal"...?

Bill Sampler · Post by **Bill Sampler** » 8 Jul 2004 8:16 pm

I totally agree with everything Bob said. I have taken a lesson a month for the past 8 months and it has forever changed my life. Reece has been very patient with me; answering every newbie question I have.

He has a tremendous teaching technique which allows me to follow my own personal path, which is the desire to do session work, and at the same time, teaching me the building blocks; the formulas, that I can use to better understand the neck.

Reece, even though I'm not one of the pro's who he has know for years, is very easy to talk to. Even though I must admit, I am a little intimidated when sitting across from him, given his list of musical accomplishments!

I am thankful to God for allowing our lives to cross and I am thankful to Reece for taking the time and having the patience to allow me to be his student.

Thanks Reece.

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Reece Anderson · Post by **Reece Anderson** » 9 Jul 2004 1:41 am

Jeff S....Thank you for your compliment, and you are correct concerning the guitar used for the video.

Concerning your comment about my playing the old MSA....it's no secret that at times I have been seen playing my old MSA, but as Johnny Cox and Junior Knight will attest, if someone wants to buy my guitar, it can be theirs. At times(such as now)I too am waiting for a new Millennium single 12.

Bill S....I consider it a blessing and a privilege to have the opportunity to share steel guitar with dedicated and committed people with character such as yourself.

bob drawbaugh · Post by **bob drawbaugh** » 9 Jul 2004 4:19 am

Jim.....That old green MSA sounds pretty good,for an old guitar

Bill....I couldn't have said it better.

There has been a lot of talk on the fourm about locks on the universal 12 string. If you watch the first song on this video you will see why a lock is a bad, bad ideal.(IMHO) On the first song I think Reece uses every pedal and knee lever on his guitar. When I watch his left foot on that first song,why do I want to sang that old song Dance with me?

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Bobbe Seymour · Post by **Bobbe Seymour** » 9 Jul 2004 6:27 am

Well, I guess I'll have to let the cat out of the bag, Maurice, Kyle, Dave and I have "mended the blanket" so to speak, we have composed a joint statement to be released quickly. I'm glad this bickering between us is over, as I'm sure many of you are also, but this isn't what I'm here to say on Bob Drawbaugh's post.
What I want to say is that Maurice , many many years ago was also a great influence on my C6th playing and taught me much, (whether he knew it or not) his chord compositions were beyond belief, and I'm talking 45 years ago, yes, he has been the helper of many, me included, I wish I'd have taken it farther, it was fun. But Nashville seemed to want to hear the E9th sounds, I wish Curly Chalker were here today to comment on this. He was also forced into E9th while in Nashville, but as myself, loved the 6th sounds.
This is a nice thread Bob D.,
bobbe

David L. Donald · Post by **David L. Donald** » 9 Jul 2004 7:32 am

Good thread, great news and looking forward to a happy future with lots of C6, Bb6 E69, E9 and happy pickers round the old pickle barrel etc. etc. etc.

Reece Anderson · Post by **Reece Anderson** » 9 Jul 2004 10:45 am

Everyone has experienced winning and losing in their lifetime. In the end the identifiable truth that matter’s most, is the compassion, respect, character and dignity of every participant, whether they were considered the winner or the loser. These qualities when combined with the ability to forgive, is life altering and can manifest miracles.

Al Marcus · Post by **Al Marcus** » 10 Jul 2004 10:24 am

I used to like Alvino Rey and his big chords he used. So he was the one I copied.

I met Reece in 1968 and was amazed at what he was playing on Bb6maj7 tuning. From then on I made an attempt to play his stuff, like many others.

I could get the chords, but NEVER could even approach his Technique. In my eyes, his is the greatest Talent. As so many have mentioned he is a great teacher, gentleman, musician, and a friend.

I have to comment on what Bobbe Seymour said about being forced to play E9 for a living. He also said that Curly had to learn to play E9 to make money. Let's face it , that has been the money neck for quite awhile.

I ,too, after playing E6 for 32 years had to change over to E9 to get more work.

I was playing with a Country band 6 nights a week for about 2 weeks 1n Santa Rosa,CA in 1968 on E6 on my 6 pedal 12 string guitar,and for the first and only time in my life, I got fired.

The Leader said "Al, you are a good steel player and know your stuff, BUT..You ain't playing "Country".
So that did it! I knew I had to get a D10 and learn the E9 neck in order to get more work.
I then moved to Phoenix, Got an MSA D12 from Reece and got a job with "The Country Counts".
We Played for 2 years 3 nights a week with that band. We did all the good Country , and some rock ,70's tunes of the Era....al

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Ken Byng · Post by **Ken Byng** » 11 Jul 2004 1:57 pm

I too have a copy of the "Hey Reece - I did it". I hadn't played it for many years, but I just did so out of nostalgia.

Maurice Anderson is a musician's musician. He has never been a commercial player and probably never will be. In my opinion, none of Reece's studio albums capture the feel, expression and free flight of his live performances. Not only is he a phenominal musician but he is a really nice person also.

If Bobbe's comments are bourne out shortly, many of us will be really happy. Here are 2 guys that I have a lot of time for - each completely different in character, but both having a great deal to offer the steel guitar community.

KB

bob drawbaugh · Post by **bob drawbaugh** » 12 Jul 2004 5:00 am

Bobbe that is great news. Forgiveness is a powerful thing. It can have a great impact on both sides. I know because I could write a book on forgiveness and how it can change your life. I could also write another book on how it can impact your life if you don't get or give forgiveness.

Ken, Reece can be very commerical when he wants to be, trust me. But, I think his goal is and has been to see the steel guitar move out of the limits of just country music and move into all types of music. I think in years to come we will see this happen. I don't think the insturment will be a two tuning guitar. I don't think it will even be an E9th,Bb6th,B6th or C6th tuning. I don't know what the tuning may be. But we already see some different type tunings showing up in different styles music. When this happens I think Reece will be with the few that will get credit for moving the steel out of the limits of country music and into the music mainstream. I know there are some other players doing this also and they need to be given credit too. I will get off my soap box now.

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Reece Anderson · Post by **Reece Anderson** » 12 Jul 2004 2:00 pm

Ken....I hope to someday find a copy of the recording. It would surely bring back many great memories.

I will never forget meeting you when I played in England and I appreciate all the courtesies you extended.

I also want to thank you for your very nice words.

Bobby D....I appreciate your comments as well.

Rick Schmidt · Post by **Rick Schmidt** » 12 Jul 2004 6:27 pm

I too am really happy to hear of this peace treaty. In light of today's world climate, something like this really gives me personally a little glimmer of hope. Maurice and Bobbe have both influenced my little steel guitar world immeasurably.

Al Marcus · Post by **Al Marcus** » 12 Jul 2004 6:46 pm

I am glad to hear that Bobbe and Maurice have settled their problem. This is good news for the steel guitar community and for two great Icons of the Steel guitar industry..........al

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Terry Wood · Post by **Terry Wood** » 12 Jul 2004 8:31 pm

Hey Bob,

Congratulations! You were with one of the best steel players of all times! I say this sincerely.

There isn't a finer gentleman than Reece!

I value my friendship with him highly and love his steel guitar artistry! He's a Master Player, bar none!

GOD bless each of you!

Woody

bob drawbaugh · Post by **bob drawbaugh** » 15 Jul 2004 4:58 am

Woody, I couldn't have said it better. Woody are you still playing that BMI 14 stringer. I would like to be a fly on the wall and watch Reece set dow to that guitar.