Pass it on !!!!!!!

Joseph V. Sapp · From: eastern shore, Md.

Hi Folks:
Just a little something to think about. A (small) thing about passing something on to future as well as present generations. Nursing homes, Rehab Centers, Senior centers love Traditional Country with lots of steel !!!!!. I currently use BIAB, R/T's and as well a Boss DR-5. I use a Fender Passport 150 with upgraded Peavey PR-12's for a Pa. then my Mullen D-10 9X7, Nashville 400 and Fender Blackface twin. but when its all said and done, its a complete show which runs from 1 to 4 hrs. for the above normally an hour. but people, to see the smiles on these folks faces, makes everything worth while. Each and every one of us has quite alot invested in our equipment. Shouldn't we pass something on to others, for the blessings that each of us have? yes it's true that some nursing homes are sort of like holding pens. most of their friends have left this world, and in some case's the family members either dont care or just dont have the time. it dont matter if you are just starting out, or a seasoned picker, we each have something to give. even if its once a month, you'd be surprised at the reception that you'll receive. I dont and I wont charge for a single thing. These folks appreciate every single note. This coupled with a few steel shows a year is a nice balance. please try it. even at 58, I still have a special place in my heart for our elders. Think about it. God Bless

Joe
Mullen HWP D-10 9X7 Nashville 400 Fender Blackface twin, Profex ll, Lexicon MPX 100
Fender passport 150

Joey Ace · From: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

It's a great idea Joe.
Gigs are scarce, and we play more at home to keep our skills up, it seems only right to find an appreciative audence.

Anyone else doing this?

(moving to Steel Players)

Al Marcus · From: Cedar Springs,MI USA (deceased)

For the last 4 years or so, I used to play at the Community Center for the Seniors.

They dance and really enjoy themselves and liked the old standards. I even got 3 or 4 chocolate chip cookies, for my pay....LOL....al

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Ed Naylor · From: portsmouth.ohio usa, R.I.P.

For many years I have gone to Nursing Homes, Retirement Centers, Schools etc and play a lot of the "Goldie" Oldie 78's etc and to keep people acquainted with the Older Music. You would be suprised the response and how glad to be Returned To The Good Ole Days.Sometimes at schools I take an old 78 player and they can see how Grandma listened to music. I wish I could do this full time. Ed Naylor Steel Guitar Works.

John Floyd · From: R.I.P.

I know Larry Sutphin does this in the Tidewater Virginia area. Larry is a great singer as well as a great Steel Guitarist and uses a harmonizer with his vocal mike, he has it down to perfection.

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[This message was edited by John Floyd on 17 July 2004 at 06:24 AM.]

Robert Thomas · From: Mehama, Oregon, USA

Yes, I do it, and have been for over 7 years now. I am over 70 now and still play 2 and 3 times every week, used to be more but have cut back a little. I play for several nursing homes and 3 alzheimers units, naturally this is all charity, as it should be. I have posted on this subject before, but no response. Maybe some deemed it bragging, but that is not the case. I feel there are a lot of musicians out there who could contribute to the well-being of a lot of elderly people who deserve better then what they are getting. I have never been more blessed and the response from some of the people makes you want to cry. It makes this humble life worthwhile for a moment.

Joseph V. Sapp · From: eastern shore, Md.

John:
I haven't seen Larry since the Mid 80's when he was with the heartland band, but you are so right. one heck of a fantastic steel player and one fine Gentleman to Boot.! I Knew he was doing the Nursing homes in the Tidewater Va. Area, but then again, Thats Larry.... always willing to give more than he receives. God Bless.

Joe

erik · Posted 17 Jul 2004 9:49 am

Some of the best steel songs are sad ones. I would guess you never play those kind?

MIKEHOLLAND · From: stegenevievemo.usa

My father God rest his soul was in a nursing home several years back. One Sunday evening they had a 5 piece band come in to entertain. The drummer was someone I had previously worked with. It was a paying gig for those guys. Don't sell yourself short on these gigs unless you want to. Most of these places have x amount of dollars budgeted for entertainment. One should be able to at least get gas money for some of these jobs.

[This message was edited by MIKEHOLLAND on 17 July 2004 at 11:02 AM.]

Jim Harper · From: Comanche, Oklahoma, USA * R.I.P.

Yes:sir i have been playing senior citizen dance,s and nursing home,s since 98. I play 3 nite,s a week. One good thing is you start at 7 play til 8;30 eat and then play from 9-10 and get home before mid-nite. Some of those women cook so good and their banana pudding,s is great. I also play at cancer support group meeting,s here in Okla.If i can help any one i sure will. God Bless==Jim-Peg Harper

Joseph V. Sapp · From: eastern shore, Md.

Erik:
I sort of mix it up. Some traditional ballads, Bluegrass, gospel, and some of my own material. from the reception, the people seem to love just about anything your willing to play. during a break, one lady asked, Can you do anything by Bob Wells? after my break, the next three songs were Bob Wells tunes. while packing up, she rolled her wheel chair up, looked up with a big smile, and said, come here, and gave me the biggest hug saying, you have no Idea what those songs ment to me. and thats what it all about. Putting some smiles on some faces that really need them. As I said,,,we all have something to give,,, Pass it on. God Bless.

Joe
Mullen D-10 HWP 9X7 Nashville 400 Fender Blackface twin, Profex ll, Lexicon MPX 100

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