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#346062 - 06/25/12 05:37 AM
Re: Ain't nothing like the REAL thing, baby......
[Re: cgiles]
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Registered: 09/29/05
Posts: 6703
Loc: Roswell,GA/USA
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Tony, I've got lots of Video gear, mostly prosumer quality, my latest being the JVC GY-HMZ1U 3D video camera. Waiting for a Stereo Base Extender for it to expand/enhance the 3D effect. It's kind of a hassle (and a little risky) to try to get good footage in the club (I'd have to get someone else to do it) so maybe I'll just do a rehearsal. I'm sure you'll understand why I'm somewhat reluctant to post MY image on THIS board. I'll have to think about it. If it were just you, Russ, Takei, 124, Boo, Nigel, Diki, SqueakD, and Spalding, I'd be fine with it.....anyhow, I'd be happy to send you a clip in PM. In case you hadn't noticed, this isn't one of the more popular musical forms here and I, for sure, am not one of it's more popular ambassadors (partly my fault, I'm sure, I haven't always been a model citizen ). Anyhow, glad you liked it. BTW, did you notice; this was a great jazz audience as well. They knew they were getting something good and it was obvious that they came to listen and enjoy. I'll PM you as soon as I get off my lazy duff. chas
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#346071 - 06/25/12 10:33 AM
Re: Ain't nothing like the REAL thing, baby......
[Re: cgiles]
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Registered: 01/30/06
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I'm sure you'll understand why I'm somewhat reluctant to post MY image on THIS board. I'll have to think about it. If it were just you, Russ, Takei, 124, Boo, Nigel, Diki, SqueakD, and Spalding, I'd be fine with it.....anyhow, I'd be happy to send you a clip in PM. chas Chas, I am a bit surprised at the list on names above, if you posted work on SZ and it was bad, there is not one member that would say so, silence might well speak volumes and you will never know, people on SZ are rather reserved when it comes to using the word "Crap", take may word for it I am right. It is nice to see peoples work, whatever it is, good or indifferent. And how do you know that Russ, Takei, 124, Boo, Nigel, Diki, SqueakD, and Spalding, would be all positive, just a thought. Good luck with it Chas
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#346079 - 06/25/12 12:24 PM
Re: Ain't nothing like the REAL thing, baby......
[Re: cgiles]
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Registered: 09/29/05
Posts: 6703
Loc: Roswell,GA/USA
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Sorry Tony, you missed the gist of what I was saying (old folks get confused easily ). I'm not concerned about negative OR positive critiques of my musical posts, in fact, I've posted lots of stuff here and had very positive feedback (you were probably napping at the time ). In fact, I hold the current SZ record of being the ONLY musical poster in the history of SZ to get a positive (or any other kind of) critique from Rory, arguably the best pure musician on SZ. I'm kind of proud of that. The thing is, some people judge you by more than just your performance. The people I named are just people that I think would just view the performance as a performance and comment on it accordingly, good or bad, and that their comments wouldn't be tainted by what they thought of me on a personal basis. I base this on how they generally represent themselves on this board. Of course, a couple (like Russ) I have met in person and think of them more as personal friends. Hope this clears it up for you......Tony, Tony....are you awake? chas
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#346096 - 06/25/12 04:22 PM
Re: Ain't nothing like the REAL thing, baby......
[Re: Nigel]
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Registered: 01/02/04
Posts: 7305
Loc: Lexington, Ky, USA
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Just got back from a trip overseas; turned on the computer and have been sitting her with the happiest/saddest things going on in my head.
HAPPY, because, for me, this is what I LIVE to play.
SAD, because, in most parts of the country, while you can find a little work playing this classic B-3 style, it's really hard to make a living doing it.
My trio (me on B-3, my grandson on drums and my son on bass) is lucky enough to have a "small but mighty" following of hard core B-3 folks. We're getting pretty tight, but what we make wouldn't cover the interest on the money I just made overseas last week.
Then, there's the issue of maintenance and transportation of the B-3 and Leslie. Luckily, mine "lives" at the club where it's used. The repair man "lives" on the repair/maintenance checks I send regularly.
Obviously, these folks are fantastic. Look at the joy on this guy's face. He's way better than the top recognized guys in this country.
Chas and Boo, we're sharing something here that most others won't understand.
Until you've "been there" you'll never know...
Just WONDERFUL!
Russ
And, Chas, it would be such an honor to play in ANY group that included you. Thanks so much for the nice things you have to say. BTW, you were mostly responsible for me getting back to guitar. You mentioned several places that you liked "What are You Doing The Rest of Your Life".
I was in such pain that I had all but given up the instrument. One day, I picked up the guitar and tried to play your tune. I SUCKED at it, but decided to get a version of it done that you would not laugh at.
And the rest, as they say, is history.
R.
Edited by captain Russ (06/25/12 04:43 PM)
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#346098 - 06/25/12 04:52 PM
Re: Ain't nothing like the REAL thing, baby......
[Re: spalding1968]
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Registered: 01/02/04
Posts: 7305
Loc: Lexington, Ky, USA
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Tony, Chas is spot on naming the ones here who would support this kind of thing enthusiastically. The brotherhood of people who are "living and breathing" this kind of music is unbelievably strong. It takes so much dedication to just appreciate it, never mind learn to play it.
This is a musical treasure, and is one of the things that makes my musical life so fulfilling.
It is also the thing that makes it impossible for me to play some other kinds of music and venues.
The money is NOT good, the venues are few and far between....and I can't imagine a career in music without this kind of material and this classic, wonderful, challenging style.
Thanks again, Chas,
Russ
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