2009 TSGA Non Pedal Session

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 29 Nov 2008 12:46 pm

It's gonna be a good one folks!

The player schedule can be seen here.
http://rickalexander.com/BigSteel/2009N ... ssion.html

and here is the TSGA Jamboree page.
http://www.texassteelguitar.org/jambore ... _notes.pdf

Ron Whitfield · Post by **Ron Whitfield** » 29 Nov 2008 12:50 pm

That looks to be the big shew of the year!

Is that sucker free admission?!

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 29 Nov 2008 1:21 pm

Yes, free admission to this event - everyone is welcome.

HowardR · Post by **HowardR** » 29 Nov 2008 1:42 pm

Technicians:
Jeff Strouse
Ken Huber
HowardR

That means I get to load & unload the van......

All seriousness aside......this is a great line up! The non pedal session last year was outstanding....so this one is guaranteed......

the rythmn section (Gerald & Steve) is worth the price of admission alone......well, if there was one.....

George Piburn · Post by **George Piburn** » 1 Dec 2008 7:29 am

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Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 1 Dec 2008 2:35 pm

It's important to remember that Chuck Lettes and George Piburn are the founding fathers of the Non Pedal Session.
If it weren't for their effort and dedication, the Non Pedal Session would never have existed in the first place.

Dean Gray · Post by **Dean Gray** » 1 Dec 2008 2:49 pm

What a line up!!

If I wasn't on the wrong side of the globe I would be in that room waiting already, with a cold glass of beer and a big grin.

For those who do make it, have a great time. Rick, I'll be waiting for the you-tube clips!

Post by **Brad Bechtel** » 1 Dec 2008 5:07 pm

That sounds like a great time. I wish I could be there myself.

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 2 Dec 2008 5:06 am

Brad, I wish you could too - that would be very cool!

It's only one little teensy weekend, why don't you sell something you don't use anymore and make your reservations?
But if not - like Dean says, all you have to do is wait for the YouTube clips. It's not quite the same as being there, but it sure beats not seeing and hearing the show at all. To me, the videos are a primary consideration - a lot of people who can't be there still get to see & hear . .

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 21 Dec 2008 10:39 am

Here are a few of the performances from last year's Non Pedal Session:

Cherokee - George Piburn

For Herb Remington - Chuck Lettes

B. Bowman Hop - Carco Clave

Java - Herb Remington

Chloe - Chris Kennison

Drowsy Waters - Scotty

Cold Cold Heart - Red Kilby & Rick Alexander

Tiny Bubbles - Gerald Ross

Song Of Old Hawaii - Ivan Reddington

Hawaiian Honeymoon - Wade Pence

Roadside Rag - Dick Meis

There's lots more at http://youtube.com/rickalexander47
pages 8, 9 & 10 . .

all these great steel players will be back this March - plus several other top players -
Bobbe Seymour, Ray Montee, Maurice Anderson, Lonnie Bennett, Todd Clinesmith - to name a few.

HowardR · Post by **HowardR** » 21 Dec 2008 11:37 am

We're not all that far away....time wise....

Hey Rick,....if you see me hitch hiking on the road, pick me up this time will ya?..... $:\$

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 21 Dec 2008 3:03 pm

Oh that was you Howard ??:whoa:
Sorry about that, next time we'll pull over - I promise!

No, it's not too far away at all.

Billy Tonnesen · Post by **Billy Tonnesen** » 21 Dec 2008 7:52 pm

George:

Not trying to be smart, but where in the heck is Sandy Eggo ? Did you mean San Diego, Ca. ?

George Piburn · Post by **George Piburn** » 22 Dec 2008 4:30 am

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Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 22 Dec 2008 8:04 am

And here I thought you were having breakfast served on the beach!
another idyllic notion shattered . .

Well it looks like you're all set Howard - you can either stand on the corner of I-35 and Route 66, or swing down to 1-10 and wait anywhere between Jacksonville FL and Lafayette LA til we cruise by.
Either way, you'll be travelin' in style . .

But it'll be totally worth the rigors of the journey - I have it on good authority that the Skipper may be bringing his one-of-a-kind pristine 4 neck Bigsby.
If he can just fit it through the door . .

Ray Montee · Post by **Ray Montee** » 24 Dec 2008 8:16 pm

All I can say is that being referred to as a "ROOKIE" sorta makes an olde, 3-times retired gent like me, feel kinda youngish once again. This is one of the first times this musician has not had a day job. That's nice.

Personally, I can't wait to get to have the good fortune to play music with the distinguished HOUSE BAND. A fine group of musicians to be sure.

Rick, do you suppose HOWARD is certified for carrying a BIGSBY in-case. It would be an honor for him, I'm sure, since it's the only quad, one-owner BIGSBY in the land. I need someone thoroughly experienced in this kind of celebrity colaboration.

BRAD, the wife and I will be driving by Sacramento via I-5 enroute to Dallas. If you can let me know what corner you'll be standing on and what attire you might be adorned in, we could surely pick you up and let you handle some of the driving chores.

I know I'm looking forward to this BIG GALA EVENT!
I'm debating whether to install new strings on my Rick.......or not. I will be bringing my totally refurbished 1930's Volu-Tone amp, the one identical to JERRY BYRD's that ended up in Nashville's country music hall of fame.

MERRY CHRISTMAS to each of you and your wonderful, steel guitar loving families. See you in Texas.

Ray Montee · Post by **Ray Montee** » 25 Dec 2008 1:43 pm

I have a wonderful new friend up in New York with a one owner triple neck Bigsby, in pristine condition.
He's expressed some interest in coming down to the TSGA event and I've been attempting to entice him to bring along his Bigsby.

As a sidenote to this really great gathering of steel guitar players, wouldn't it be wonderful IF....

everyone with a BIGSBY steel guitar would be willing to bring their g'tar to the TSGA Jamboree?

Just to be able to see 25 or 30 Bigsby's in one room would be an orgasmic experience, would it not?

Just a tho't from an olde man, now, with entirely too much time on his hands.

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 26 Dec 2008 12:16 pm

Can you imagine - all those Bigsbys in one place at the same time?
What could possibly be cooler??

Jeff Strouse · Post by **Jeff Strouse** » 27 Dec 2008 7:51 am

Todd Clinesmith · Post by **Todd Clinesmith** » 27 Dec 2008 9:25 am

If I was driving I would bring mine.... but I would not trust the airlines to handle any musical instrument much less a Bigsby.

Ray are you going to bring the quad ??

This would be great if there was a room available to show some of Paul Bigsby's incredible instruments. We would just need a guard and a lot of insurance. My booth is just two tables in the lobby so that would not be a good place.
Ray you are on to something good here.
Todd

c c johnson · Post by **c c johnson** » 27 Dec 2008 12:58 pm

Sorry to tell you this Skip however I have had a set back healthwise. I had got to the point where I could walk about 125 ft but now it dropped to 90 ft and I am too tired to move for about an hour. So I won't be seeing you and the gang this yr Have a great time. cc

HowardR · Post by **HowardR** » 27 Dec 2008 1:25 pm

Todd Clinesmith wrote:This would be great if there was a room available to show some of Paul Bigsby's incredible instruments. We would just need a guard and a lot of insurance.
Todd

If there were a secure room, I would strongly consider bringing the Jerry Byrd Fender.....while I wouldn't want to pay the additional charge for baggage, I could most probably put the body in a gig bag for carry on.....and pack the legs with my check in......

George Piburn · Post by **George Piburn** » 27 Dec 2008 10:49 pm

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Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 28 Dec 2008 3:40 am

George is right - and the security is very good in the hotel, many vendors including myself leave guitars and other gear/wares covered up at their vendor tables.
His table is right by the front desk, and ours are in the main lobby area - all in full view.
We haven't had any problems in past years . .

For Ray and others who are staying in other hotels - both Jeff Strouse and I have our rooms in the Sheraton Grand, and we'd be happy to provide safe overnight havens for these vintage treasures.

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 7 Jan 2009 8:44 pm

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