Sunday's Etsga Show

W. J. Copeland · Post by **W. J. Copeland** » 17 Jan 2005 8:46 am

I WANT TO TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO THANK CORKY OWENS, BILL SIMMONS, AND THE "FARWELL PARTY BAND" FOR A GREAT SHOW YESTERDAY IN TYLER. WE HAD THE LARGEST CROWD WE HAVE EVER HAD AT THE LIBRARY. THE MUSIC WAS OUTSTANDING AND THE AUDIENCE LOVED IT. WE ALSO HAD SOME FUN, AT CORKY'S EXPENSE. YESTERDAY WAS HIS BIRTHDAY. I'LL LET YOU ASK HIM "HOW MANY". THANKS AGAIN GUYS FOR THE MUSIC AND THANKS TO EVERYONE THAT SUPPORTS THE ETSGA CLUB. W.J. COPELAND

Corky Owens · Post by **Corky Owens** » 17 Jan 2005 10:25 am

Thanks to the great folks at ETSGA for treating Bill, The Farewell Party Band and myself to a great time. Thanks to Charles Tilley and W.J. for asking us to come play for some really nice people. We had a great time. Corky.

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Bill Simmons · Post by **Bill Simmons** » 18 Jan 2005 7:53 am

I must say that Sunday was one of the most enjoyable times playing. Everyone in Tyler, TX is so friendly and supportive of the steel guitar. Corky and I had a blast playing like we do jammin' in my music room -- relaxed and having fun!

What a treat to have Gene Watson's band -- The Farewell Party Band -- as back up group! They all gave of their time and were just incredible players! Thanks to W.J. Copeland and Charles Tilley and workers for their hard work...hope we can do it again soon.