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The 2007 Tri State Steel Guitar Show in Washington, PA is scheduled for April 20, 21, 22, 2007. It will be held once again at the Ramada Inn, just off Exit 15, I-70 in Washington, PA. Reservations are now being accepted for the show at a special room rate of $64.95 + tax, single or double. You must mention the Tri-State Steel Show for the special rate. Deadline for the special rate is April 1st. Phone Ramada at 724-225-9750.
This year's show will feature 4 Steel Guitar Hall of Famers. Herby Wallace, John Hughey, Don Helms, and Buddy Charleton. Also on the show will be Gene Fields,Buck Reid, Mike Sigler, Russ & Laney Hicks, Gary Lee Gimble, Rick Troyer, Chuck Campbell, Joe Sapp & Terry McCumbee, several other fine local players. The Friday seminar this year will be conducted by Herby Wallace. The seminar will run from 10AM to 3PM, The price is $60.00. Reservations for the seminar may be made direct with Herby at Hwallac480@aol.com or phone 865-453-2973.
Tickets will go on sale in Feb.2007. Three day advance tickets will be $45.00. Make your hotel reservations early, as there are only 60 rooms available at the show rate.
For more info contact Jim Thompson at 724-222-1894 or steelplyr@yahoo.com

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Zum U-12 8&6, Emmons p/p SD12U, Session 2000
John Hughey's biggest fan


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The 2005 show was outstanding! This year looks even better. This is worthwhile putting in your date book early. Thanks Jim.

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Zum U-12 8&6, Emmons p/p SD12U, Session 2000
John Hughey's biggest fan

Bump up for a great show coming up Guys.This is going to be a good one.

Can't wait ! Buddy Charlton ! I don't know if I am more excited that he's coming or jealous that he never did our show (Hummingbird Steel Celebration )!Jim and the crew always do a great job . From the sound to the staff . They all do there best to make it a top notch show .Looking fwd. to it Jim. It will be here before you know it ! RICK

Rick, it's not all my staff. I borrow some of yours.

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Zum U-12 8&6, Emmons p/p SD12U, Session 2000
John Hughey's biggest fan

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Zum U-12 8&6, Emmons p/p SD12U, Session 2000
John Hughey's biggest fan

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When typing in the player list above I made a huge BOO BOO! I failed to list my friend in Michigan, Danny Hullihen the Jagwire String man. Danny will also be performing and will have a great display of Jagwire strings on hand so you can stock up while you're at the show. My apologies Danny for the oversight.

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Zum U-12 8&6, Emmons p/p SD12U, Session 2000
John Hughey's biggest fan

WOW! Going to be a great show. Jim's show 2 years ago was a blowout, this looks like an even better show this year. Looking forward to working with old friends like my buddy Jim Hartley on drums and meeting some new ones. So far the backup band sounds like it going to be fun except that silly left handed bass player. Rumor has it that a couple of the featured artists are performing a gospel concert at a large church in the area Sunday night April 22, more details on that to come.

Hey Rick - You need to start steeling one of Jim's people for your show and I have just the person in mind .

Hey Guys,

Sounds like we are in for a big ole time in Pa. "05 was my first time at the show and we were surprised with about 6" of snow. Jim, don't forget your promise. As for the bass player, the left handed part is OK, but the upside down part is hard to figger out. Seriously, as well as Alan plays, I don't care if he plays it behind his back. I'm really looking forward to this show, see ya there.

Jim

Hey, with Alan C.on bass and Jim H.on drums, and if we can talk Rick T. into playing guitar, we'll have a rhythm section to die for...now, if Jim T. can find some steelers we'll be in business.
See ya'll there,
rh

Jim Thompson's Tri-State PA show is without a doubt one of the finest steel shows ever held. Always the best of the best in both steel players and back up musicians, and the hospitality is second to none at this show!
I'm truly looking forward to seeing all of my many great friends there again. This is indeed, a first class show all the way!

to the top for a fantastic show. Jim always puts together nothing but the best in every way shape and form. (he has to be taking lessons from Rick) . sure will be nice to see old friends and make some new ones. God Bless

Joe

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TTT

Well the staff band is all rounded up and ready. This year we will have Jim Hartley on drums, Alan Coldiron on bass(left handed& upsidedown), Roger Hoard on lead guitar, Linda Torre on keyboard, also on drums will be Ron Cramer, bass Jennifer Jean, & lead Lonnie Coots. Like Russ said, a backup band to die for.

Looking forward to the show Jim!

YeeHaw ! Sounds like you got everything together Jim . I'll need to get in contact with you regarding table space and advertising soon . Please don't let me forget . You know me !94 days to go "til the pickin' begins . Rick

Hey Jim,
I have three rooms reserved. I'll see you at Bolivar for tickets. dick cochran

Getting closer. Motel rooms are getting filled. Advance tickets go on sale, Feb. 11th. Three day pass- $45.00(advance) $50.00 (at the door).

Gonna be fun. I'm so excited I'm thinking about sending my bass back to G & L to get that factory tuning put back on. You might want to plan for an extra night in town. Rumor has it that 2 of the special guests are doing a Gospel concert at a large local church in the area Sunday night. More details later.

"let 'er go boys..." Made my reservations today . Can't wait .
Rick

Advance tickets go on sale this coming Sunday. Prices are ,
3 day pass in advance $45.00, at the door $50.00, Friday only, $15.00, Saturday only $25.00, Sunday only $20.00. Children under 12 free. Check or money order payable to Jim Thompson, 978 Ewing Street, Washington, PA 15301, in Self addressed, stamped envelope. We will also have them at the Allegheny Jam this Sunday 2/11/07 in New Castle, and at the Hummingbird Jam next month in Bolivar, Ohio. Last day for advanced tickets is April 13th.
For info phone 724-222-1894.

I just wanted to add some comments about Jim's great show and also the seminar I will be doing. First, I played at Jim's show 2 years ago and it was one of the finest steel guitar shows I have ever played. Jim does everything first class all the way, so I'm sure you will want to make this one. The lineup is great, the backup band is great and there are some excellent restaurants.

Now back to the seminar. I will be doing a seminar from 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday. There will be a lunch break at noon. We will be covering a lot of material during the seminar and I will be handing out quite a bit of tablature. We will cover things like: chord positions, scales, chord progressions, runs & licks, some songs and technique. The seminar will be around 80% E9th tuning and 20% C6th tuning. Regardless of whatever level your playing is, we should touch on some things that should benefit every player. It is not necessary to bring your guitar, but it may be beneficial to have it there as you can try out various things and ask questions if you have them, such as how to play a particular lick and so on. Also, if you have amplified headphones and a music stand, I suggest bringing them also. I also suggest taping everything for future reference when you get home. The cost for the seminar is only $60.00 which is very reasonable for this amount of time. We are doing it at this lower price since it is in conjunction with Jim's show. I normally charge $50.00 per hour for private lessons. If you would like to reserve a place at the seminar, I ask for $30.00 deposit and the balance at the door. The deposits should be in to me by April 1st. You can pay by check, money order, visa, mastercard or discover. My mailing address is: Herby Wallace, Box 5784, Sevierville, TN 37864.

I hope to see you there.

Herby Wallace