Steel Guitar ‘Rag’Feb. 2017

Board of DirectorsTroy Porter-Chairman

Fred Justice-Vice Chairman

Ray Harrison-Secretary

Peggy Porter-Treasurer

Otto Shill-Director

This newsletter is published monthly from P.O. Box 1129,Globe Az., 85502 and presents information for the newsletter of the SWSGA, A 501(c) (3) , non-profit organization.

Editor: Bill Tauson

“Official Publication of the Southwestern Steel Guitar Association”

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Hi everyone… Welcome to another edition of the “SGR’.

! Our 14th annual steel guitar show was our first year with the Mesa Hilton Hotel and was a surprising success and enjoyed by most everyone. The Thursday attendance was a record high, probably due to local advertising and flyers. The Friday and Saturday, (after dinner), show was moved to the Pavon room and was a welcome change for most all that attended. There were many compliments on the change of atmosphere and several requests to repeat the same agenda for next year. Although this will not be possible for our 2018 show as there will be a remodel project going on in the area at that time. Meanwhile, the hotel management has corrected the error and we will have the entire Kiva ballroom for our 2018 show. Our sincere apologies to those of you that did not enjoy the Pavon ballroom. Thanks to everyone that came to support the steel guitar and our 14th annual show.

! Our program book for this year was dedicated to the late, great Bud Isaacs. Bud was an inspiration to many of us to take up playing this amazing instrument and was admired by so many. He was an honorary member and was inducted into the SWSGA Hall Of Fame in 2016. He and his beautiful wife Geri, performed on every one of our shows until 2014, when health issues restricted him from traveling. He will surely be missed by all. Thanks so much Bud.

! Ivan Greathouse and Blackie Taylor were inducted into the SWSGA Hall Of Fame this year. The SWSGA HOF ceremonies were conducted in the Pavon Ballroom on Saturday evening. Ivan and Blackie have contributed so much to the steel guitar world and have backed many recording artists. Congratulations to the both of you.

! There are so many that deserve a big thank you for all your efforts to help make our shows successful. There is always so much work that goes on behind the scene without recognition, and your help is always appreciated. A very special thanks to John Hench and crew for providing us with, not only one, but two of the finest audio/video sound systems available for the main ballroom and the Pavon room. This was all done on a last minute notice and somehow John was able to pull it off. Thanks John and crew for all your hard work.

! The election for board members is almost upon us again and you will be receiving a notice for your nominations with instructions on submitting your nominee. Remember, dues for 2017 must be paid prior to submitting nominations. You can send your dues to, SWSGA P.O. BOX 1129, GLOBE, AZ. 85502.

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! The spring jam/membership meeting has been scheduled for March 25th. at the Mesa Hilton Pueblo room. A short meeting will be held to announce the financial report, election results, future plans, etc. Then we can get down to some serious picking. Please make plans to attend.

Once again, thanks to everyone that worked so hard to make our show a success and to all members of SWSGA for your continued support.

Troy Porter

Chairman

Cont’ed

Treasurers Message...

To SWSGA Members,

! Our 14th Annual Steel Guitar Show is now a thing of the past. It was the first show at the Hilton Hotel in Mesa. I believe the attendees had a good time.

! I wish to thank all the hard working members who help put these shows on. I especially want to mention Toni Bakken, Lee Ginther, Peggy Beaver, and Terry Wilson for their continued work on our front desk. Thanks for all the donations for the raffles and silent auctions. Gretsch for 2 Resonator guitars, Telonics for a FP100 pedal, North County Steel Guitar Music for a Peterson Tuner, JayDee Maness for photos and CD, Peterson Tuners for a Peterson Tuner, Kent Van Dahm for the Fender Converted Steel Guitar, Mrs. Adair for the hand tooled purse and the silver jewelry, all the musicians for their cd’s, memorabilia of Bud Isaac and our Signature Quilt.

! Just a reminder that SWSGA’s $25.00 Membership dues are now due. Please send them to, SWSGA, PO Box 1129 Globe, AZ, 85502.

Peggy Porter

SWSGA Treasurer

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Silent Auction:

1. Gretsch G9231 Resonator & Case donated by Gretsch and won by Barb Crowell.

2. Peterson Strobe Tuner donated by Steel Guitars of North Country won by Harvey Hanson.

3. Basket of CD’s donated by all musicians won by John McClung.

4. Leather Hand tooled bag donated by Mrs. Adair won by Maya Rawn.

5. Silver Jewelry, 2 sets of brackets and 2 sets of necklaces, earrings, bracelets, donated by Mrs Adair and won by Denise Naylor.

6. Memorabilia of Bud Isaacs, including pics & bar, DVDs, CDs, pictures won by Wes Bakken, all proceeds went to Geri Isaac.

7. Jay Dee Maness’s photo and CD donated by Jay Dee Maness and won by John McClung.

8. Fender 400 Steel Guitar donated by Kent Van Dahm and won by Mitch Daniels.

Raffle Items:

1. Telonics FP-100 Pedal donated by Telonic and won by Jeff Denk.

2. 2. Peterson Strobe Tuner donated by Peterson and won by Dave Farlow.

3. Signature SWSGA Quilt donated by Peggy Porter and won by Amber Young.

4. Gretsch G9230 Resonator & case donated by Gretsch and won by Amber Young.

5. Hilton 1 Room Night donated by Hilton and won by Mary Lata.  

Page 4 Steel Guitar ‘Rag’2017 SWSGA show highlights

Some of the Winners and Awards

Jacob King, 13 yrs. old, played an outstanding performance at the Steel Guitar Show. His Dad, Jason King, sang while Jacob’s Grandfather, Max King, played bass.

! At the end of the performance, Jacob received a standing ovation for his performance.

Jacob King

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Dear SWSGA,

I am writing you to THANK YOU for the amazing SWSGA Steel Guitar Show this past week in Mesa.

As a beginner on PSG (I am 34 years old, and have been playing for about a year), this was my first PSG show. My teacher, John McClung, (Professor Twang), has been urging us students to go and boy, was he right.

First of all, it was heavenly to walk through the lobby and hear the indelible sound of the Steel Guitar coming at me from all directions. The players were amazing; just unbelievable musicians, playing blues, jazz, movie soundtracks, and a healthy dose of classic country, on the main stage, and in the vendor rooms. The band itself was a treat, some of the best musicians I have ever seen. The vendors were great: wonderful products, with helpful and interested people to show you around and answer your questions. Come on, where else do you get to do a Telonics Amp shootout, or try different Infinity, Fessenden, or Mullen guitars side by side? The seminars alone were worth the price of admission for the entire show. Kevin Ryan and Travis Toy, two incredible pickers, left me with enough practice material for years to come. Jody Cameron's class was outstanding. His unique approach to C6 chords on E9 opened up an entire world, and his open, inclusive approach to teaching invited the whole class to come along on this new journey. I kicked myself for missing the Larry Toliver and Steve Palousek seminar after hearing them play on Saturday!

Most of all though, it was the people that made this event so amazing. Everyone, from the event organizers, the attendees, to the very heroes we watched on stage, were friendly and open. Everyone was very willing to talk shop, share some tricks and insights, and give playing advice to anyone who asked. It was like one big extended family, one that welcomed you to enjoy this incredible instrument with them. To learn, laugh, and have fun along the way.

I did hear some things did not go as planned. I want to say that, in my opinion, this did not matter one bit. I enjoyed the room downstairs, every steel player was as good as the next one, and what other place can you hear this beautiful sound coming from all directions?

Again, thank you all for putting this show on. It must have been a lot of work, but it is greatly appreciated!

See you next year,

Hay Joosten

Hay,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write your letter. A lot of time and talent goes into each one of these shows. So much talent, that it is almost impossible to acknowledge everyone. It is a labor of love for each of us in our own way. Your kind words mean a lot to all of those involved and a validations for their efforts.

It was great to have met you at the show we look forward to seeing you at the show in 2018!

Bill Tauson - SGR Editor

Letter to the Editor...

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The Steel Guitar ‘Rag’ is the Official Publication of theSouthwestern Steel Guitar Association.

www.swsteelguitar.comPlease feel free to contact any member

of the Board with questions or concerns:Troy Porter, Chairman, (928) 200-1624, troyporter@cableone.net

Fred Justice, Vice Chairman, (480) 986-2599,fredjustice@justicesteelguitars.comRay Harrison, Secretary, (520) 668-8897, prsranch@comcast.net

Peggy Porter, Treasurer, (928) 701-1488, peggyporter@cableone.netOtto Shill, Director, (602) 684-9228, oshill@cox.net

Regarding this newsletter,or material for future issues, contributing articles, photos, etc.,

Contact: Bill Tauson, Editor, (562) 652-9977 or email at,“swsgaeditor@icloud.com”

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