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Topic: New to Forum Looking for Steel Player |
Mike Turecamo
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Franklin, Massachusetts, USA
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Posted 9 Feb 2005 9:00 am |
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Hi I'm a guitarist new to the forum.....I'm looking for a steel player or lap steel here in Massachusetts......any players out there????.......
I've been looking for someone for awhile ...... HELP!!!!
I've been playing guitar on and off for 30 years.....I know nothing about the steel guitar if I wanted to play myself how would I get started.....equipment, lessons?????
Thanks
Mike.......contact mike@matrixvideo.com |
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Smiley Roberts
From:
Hendersonville,Tn. 37075
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Posted 9 Feb 2005 10:12 am
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First of all,welcome to the zany world of "The Steel Guitar Forum". 
Well Mike,you might start wanna start off w/ a good quality steel. May I suggest a "Franklin". (  )
Seriously,although Franklin is an excellent choice,it would be a bit pricey for a beginner. You might wanna surf the "Instruments for sale" page here on the forum. You'll find a lotta good deals here. If you need any advice on anything here,the forum is a virtual plethora of information. My advice would be,go to the "menu" page,& start surfing each one. Some will interest you,some won't. Then,you can make your choices.
BTW,I was born & (half) raised just West of you,in Springfield,Ma.
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Mark van Allen
From:
Watkinsville, Ga. USA
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Posted 9 Feb 2005 12:00 pm
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Welcome, Mike, and imagine my surprise, Smiley, I was born and raised in Shrewsbury/ Worchester...glad not be shoveling snow right now though. Mike, it sounds like you're looking for a teacher- try browsing this site for somebody near you: http://www.onlinesteelers.com/
Best of wishes and luck!
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Stop by the Steel Store at: www.markvanallen.com
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rpetersen
From:
Iowa
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Posted 9 Feb 2005 3:23 pm
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Smiley - Do you think you will ever get past that Half-Raised part???
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Ron Petersen &
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Mullen Universal 12 - 1975 Session 400 - Nashville 1000
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Jon Light (deceased)
From:
Saugerties, NY
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Posted 9 Feb 2005 3:38 pm
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| I don't know where Franklin is located but if/when you are looking for lessons I've got a bud in the Newton area who teaches. Feel free to email me for contact info. |
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Smiley Roberts
From:
Hendersonville,Tn. 37075
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Ronald Comtois
From:
Bourne, Massachusetts, USA
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Posted 10 Feb 2005 7:19 am
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| Mike,I live in Bourne, Ma.on Cape Cod .It's around 40 minutes from Franklin,Ma.I have been playing steel for a number of years, I would be glad to help. Let me know how to contact you.Ron Comtois |
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David Doggett
From:
Bawl'mer, MD (formerly of MS, Nawluns, Gnashville, Knocksville, Lost Angeles, Bahsten. and Philly)
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Joe Casey
From:
Weeki Wachee .Springs FL (population.9)
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Posted 11 Feb 2005 7:10 am
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Mike ,Welcome to the Forum and you are just a few miles from a lot of great players in Mass. For teaching help let me recommend Doug Beaumier who resides in the Northhampton area ( teaches at Downtown Sounds or can be reach right here on the Forum)and has a list also of just about every steeler in Mass and N E. in general.Also there is Frankie Caruso who lives in West Newton and puts on a great steel show once a year in OCT.You might want to find out about the Steel shows in your area,Conn has the yearly big one that features the greats from the Area and also Nashville along with the Mfgs of most of the Instruments.Rhode Island has a show each year.I'd also highly suggest Jerry Fessenden Owner/ builder of the Fessenden Steel Guitar co in New Hampshire.Jerry would go way out of his way to help you.All show information is readily available on the Forum. Also Hi to Ron Comtois,Long time no see.Ron is an excellant player.New York,New England has produced many greats of the instrument.Smiley Who?
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Smiley 15-4 Crank&pull pro model Deluxe with auto string changer.200 ft. roll.
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Ronald Comtois
From:
Bourne, Massachusetts, USA
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Posted 11 Feb 2005 7:38 am
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Mike,I misunderstood,I thoughtyou wanted to learn how to play steel! If you were into traditional contry and western swing,I would be very interested in joining the band
Ron Comtois, Hi Joe, Its been awhile.
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Chris Brooks
From:
Providence, Rhode Island
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Posted 11 Feb 2005 10:57 am
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Hi Mike, and welcome to the Forum. Looks like you're getting some good suggestions, here.
Chris in Providence |
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