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alembic76407
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Post Number: 540
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Posted on Thursday, November 01, 2007 - 6:06 am:   Edit Post

OK, lets get the ball rolling, Who's up for a good time (IBC and cookies) and Alembic's
we need 25 or more Alembic's this time
olieoliver
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Posted on Thursday, November 01, 2007 - 6:17 am:   Edit Post

I'm in. Depending on timing I may even have my new addition.


Olie

Where've you been hiding David, long time no hear from

(Message edited by olieoliver on November 01, 2007)
alembic76407
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Posted on Thursday, November 01, 2007 - 6:30 am:   Edit Post

I'm always here,I check in 3 times a day, just post free, but here!!!!!

Sir David T
olieoliver
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Posted on Thursday, November 01, 2007 - 6:35 am:   Edit Post

Well it's very good to hear from you!
groovelines
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Posted on Thursday, November 01, 2007 - 11:26 am:   Edit Post

I'm in. Olie, Pete and myself have expressed an interest in a more structured time together and I don't mean that we need parental supervision ;). How does everyone feel about suggesting a song or three they'd like to play? If you're comfortable enough, even some original material. Also, the two guitarist in my worhsip band have expressed and interest in joining us. Is that cool with everyone?

Time frame: November is pretty much shot. December Saturdays after the 8th are open for me. I'm in no hurry, so slipping into '08 is okay, too. Although I imagine John will be crawling the walls wanting to show his recent purchase and rightfully so, it's a beauty.

25 Alembics? I'd really like to help, but unless there's a gracious donor out there it's just me and my one.

Mike
alembic76407
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Posted on Thursday, November 01, 2007 - 12:44 pm:   Edit Post

With the 17 basses we had first time and the new one john's getting, and didn't olie get a new one, that would 19, we just need to get a few more Alembic owners to come to our party, then 25 Alembic's is not that far off, I think we can do it !!!!

as far as Structure goes thats fine with me,
we may need a small PA system or not.
as for time, it would be great if we could pick a date so Jorge and Mike (Dela217) could make it up from the Big Easy.

David T

P.S. and if anyone can make it to Okla City, I can drive from here
dela217
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Posted on Friday, November 02, 2007 - 4:32 am:   Edit Post

If I make it there, I can bring 3 Alembics for sure. My weekends are a lot better these days, I shouldn't have a problem unless I am on call that weekend.
wayne
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Posted on Friday, November 02, 2007 - 8:33 pm:   Edit Post

I'm in as long as it's not either of the first two weekends in Dec - church Christmas gig.

I'm good with some structure and with the upper register guys.

C-Ya......wayne
jorge_s
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Posted on Tuesday, November 06, 2007 - 11:38 am:   Edit Post

I am about to have a new baby. The doc says maybe Dec 14. So I may have to skip this one. If Michael goes maybe I can send my two Alembics.
dela217
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Posted on Tuesday, November 06, 2007 - 1:20 pm:   Edit Post

Jorge - I could do that. I wish you could make it. Maybe when the baby is older, we can do it again!

Michael
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 06, 2007 - 1:32 pm:   Edit Post

Congrats on the new baby Jorge!
thehifidoc
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Posted on Tuesday, November 06, 2007 - 4:43 pm:   Edit Post

Doc Sr. from Houston Here, depending on the date I can come and bring at least 2 alembics
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 06, 2007 - 6:06 pm:   Edit Post

DOC, very cool we need a 6 string slinger at the next one. I've sent an email via your profile adress.

Olie
groovelines
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Posted on Tuesday, November 06, 2007 - 6:34 pm:   Edit Post

Jorge,
Congratulations to you and your wife. I love kids, just too old and too tired of contributing Pamper's finest to the land fill to have any more.
We don't have a date, so there's still time. So maybe around the 15th16th? Is that late enough? Need a note for the missus?

Mike
dela217
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Posted on Wednesday, November 07, 2007 - 6:03 am:   Edit Post

So how many Alembics will we be up to? If I bring Jorge's and mine that will be 5 for us. Who else?

Michael
olieoliver
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Posted on Wednesday, November 07, 2007 - 10:59 am:   Edit Post

The weekend of the 15th is a no go for me. I can do the 8th but that doesn't give us much time.

We may need to wait until after the 1st of the year to do it up right.

Olie
groovelines
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Posted on Wednesday, November 07, 2007 - 12:01 pm:   Edit Post

Olie, I was kidding Jorge about the 15th/16th. After the first is fine with me and frankly would be better, too. Some projects are heating up at work that will make December weekends a mess. Not that you'd miss my one lonely bass...
olieoliver
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Posted on Wednesday, November 07, 2007 - 12:43 pm:   Edit Post

But Mike we would miss your bass, ....oh and you too of course! :-)

Olie
crgaston
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Posted on Wednesday, November 07, 2007 - 5:21 pm:   Edit Post

Dallas is only like 12 hours away, and I was born in San Antonio, so can I come too? :-)

For real, though, I've kind of had a traveling bug lately. If it's doable on my schedule, I'll be there.

Charles
tbrannon
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Posted on Wednesday, November 07, 2007 - 6:34 pm:   Edit Post

Charles-

You 'da man. I think a 12 hour road trip would probably cure that traveling bug. I'd imagine that the Dragonfly would be a very welcome addition to the Dallas gathering as well.

Have fun.

Toby
dtrice
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Posted on Thursday, November 08, 2007 - 10:46 am:   Edit Post

Hey, Michael. Don't forget, I have an Alembic in the Big Easy who would love to finally have some company!
groovelines
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Posted on Thursday, November 08, 2007 - 11:25 am:   Edit Post

The Dragonfly in Texas? You bet, bring it on.

One of the guitar players I mentioned a few posts back, says he's in. He, Dave Seaton, suggested this location in the Plano area, yeah that's still in Texas for the outta towners. The Showcase Room at the Jam Station.

Looks over the top, but it provides room to sit and bring guests if so inclined. Maybe a cooler or two.

Rates are $60 for a four hour block. Includes 500 watt PA and 8 channel mixer. Set up time (30 minutes prior) at no charge (how fast are you, really?).
Advantages are that it's easy to find, PA system, rate is decent when split by a several people, room to relax and spread out and we're not imposing on smuprof's heretofor exceptional hospitality.

Right now the only disadvatnage I can think of is the four hour block. Not sure if there is an option for additional prorated hourly blocks.

I'm willing to inquire and book when we settle on a date. Thoughts?

Mike
olieoliver
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Posted on Thursday, November 08, 2007 - 12:52 pm:   Edit Post

That location looks awesome Mike. You got my vote on it!

Daniel we'd love to have you at this one.

Cat's from La., OK and TX. We may have to change the name to the South Central US Gathering!

Olie
groovelines
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Posted on Thursday, November 08, 2007 - 1:54 pm:   Edit Post

Olie,
Hats off to Dave for finding that spot, looks great to me, too. So, that's two votes in favor.

I just heard from the other guitar player, he's game. So, that makes a potential boat load of bassists, two guitar players. Pete expressed interest, but like most of us, it's date dependent.

Everyone, please look at your calendar, pick a prefered month. I'm suggesting January simply because of the upcoming holiday season. I can't realistically schedule anything prior - but don't let that deter anyone from suggesting anything different. Once we've settled on that we'll eventually need to take this off line and handle the details via private email.

{edit for additional information}

(Message edited by groovelines on November 08, 2007)
alembic76407
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Posted on Friday, November 09, 2007 - 1:24 pm:   Edit Post

Any time in January is fine with me. make it easy on the one's that drive along way, it's only 3 hours for me. I'm open to time and place

David T
smuprof
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Posted on Friday, November 09, 2007 - 3:51 pm:   Edit Post

Hey guys -

You know I'm in - I was actually toying with December 1st, but sounds like that excludes Wayne? And maybe Jorge? The Jam Station idea is fine with me, and we can always use my office and conference room again if we want (office may be a little more secure).

I'd rather wait until January to have maximum attendance than to rush it and have limited turn out (although we've always had fun).

If I'm counting right, we had 17 before, plus 2 from Houston, plus 2 from N.O., plus a new one for Olie and one for me puts us at about 23? Any more Houstonians? San Antonioans? Somoans?

I also have a young guitarist (22) who's been playing for years and is into blues improvisation who is willling to join us any weekend. I may have a second drummer as well depending on the weekend.

As far as music goes, I'll start the list with Brown-eyed Girl. Here's my thinking - great recognizable bass line for one or two players, double lead line could be cleanly reproduced on bass by a couple of other players, couple of guys on upper register chords (split up the notes) for the verse and choruses, and a soloist/melody on top of that. With a little preliminary work (maybe another good reason to wait until January), I think you could actually incorporate 7 distinct bass parts into that one song - with a little mixing, that would be cool.

Some Doobie Brothers tunes, some Stevie Ray Vaughn numbers, and some Rush numbers could probably also be worked up the same way. And I'm open to other suggestions, but we do need the song list, volunteers for parts, and a little time to create chord charts to give everyone a common starting point. (we all know exactly where the changes are until two or more start playing together :-) )

Just a few thoughts.

JFT
dela217
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Posted on Saturday, November 10, 2007 - 9:59 am:   Edit Post

I am pretty much in for any date. I will change my work schedule accordingly.

As far as music and playing goes. I just don't care. You can count me out of the jams. In my opinion, I would just love to meet everyone to put a face with the member name. And of course to look at all the juicy basses.
lbpesq
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Posted on Saturday, November 10, 2007 - 10:04 am:   Edit Post

Texas? You guys gonna play any Bob Wills or Kinky Friedman?

BIll, tgo
davehouck
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Posted on Saturday, November 10, 2007 - 2:02 pm:   Edit Post

Bob Wills! Here's one we used to do every night back in the eighties:

"I saw miles and miles of Texas,
all the stars up in the sky;
I saw miles and miles of Texas,
gonna live here 'til I die
"
lbpesq
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Posted on Saturday, November 10, 2007 - 2:53 pm:   Edit Post

"Take me back to Tulsa,
I'm too young to marry"
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 7:34 am:   Edit Post

I'd like to see us try Sir Duke, and Frankenstein. These two should be a blast to play.

I get a kick out the fact that everytime people think "Texas" and music they think C&W(Country and Western)or Country Swing.

Lets not forget;
Janis Joplin
Stevie Ray
Buddy Holly
The Spin Doctors
Pantera
Don Henley
The New Bohemians
Kelly Clarkson
Steve Martin
Mercy Me
.....

Just to name a few other types of music from the Lone Star State.

Olie

(Message edited by olieoliver on November 13, 2007)
darkstar01
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 8:23 am:   Edit Post

not to mention ornette coleman and dewey redman....
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 8:34 am:   Edit Post

Oh I know I left a ton of people off the list, I just wnated to give folks an idea that "we ain't all rednecks", ya know we even gots toilettes indoors now!

Olie
the edimucated one!
(plum thru da 6th grade)
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 8:40 am:   Edit Post

Disclaimer; the above post is 100% TIC and for humor purposes only.

Olie
davehouck
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 9:30 am:   Edit Post

Olie; there are reasons for that. And one such reason is that the people of Texas collectively promote that image of themselves to the rest of the world. Here's an example, and I'm going from memory here, so I might be incorrect. I haven't watched TV in a while, but when I did, Austin City Limits was one of the shows I watched. The opening of the broadcast included commercials from the sponsors, one of which was the Texas Tourism Board (or some such similarly named organization) (now that I think about at length, it may have been the Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau); and the soundtrack for that commercial, if I remember correctly, was "Miles and Miles of Texas" featuring some really nice pedal steel work.

It's like cowboy hats. My guess is that there are people in Texas who do not wear cowboy hats, and that there are people in Texas who wear other kinds of hats. But the image people have of Texas is of a place where everyone wears cowboy hats. And the image Texas and Texans collectively portray of themselves to the world is of a state where everyone wears cowboy hats (probably to the consternation of some non-cowboy hat wearing Texans).

[edit: typo]
[note: it took me over an hour to write this, and in the meantime Olie's posted two other messages; so this was a response to his first post about Texas Swing]

(Message edited by davehouck on November 13, 2007)
alembic_doctor
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 9:57 am:   Edit Post

But Dallas is more like Southern Oklahoma than Texas.
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 10:11 am:   Edit Post

Make NO mistakes about it, I am proud of my Texas heritage but I also find the humor in the stereotypical Texan.

Yes we do have a LOT of cowboy hats in Texas but we also have a ton of “saggers”, (They must be proud of their underwear or something. I’ll never understand the look myself.) metro-sexuals and high fashion extremist. A virtual plethora of fashion and design. (And Bi-lingual too)


On a historical note, when we think cowboy hat we think Texas. John B Stetson, credited with designing and marketing the first “Cowboy Hat” did so in Joseph Missouri. But they can be traced back to the Mexican Vaqueros of Mexico.


Proud to be an Earthling, (those Plutonians are just plain ol' ugly),
Olie
PS. I love Texas Swing.
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 10:15 am:   Edit Post

Doc, dems fightin' words there! LOL

Olie
alembic_doctor
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 10:27 am:   Edit Post

Well, if we're gonna fight about Texas, we should do it in Texas. Meet you in Fort Worth?
keith_h
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 10:42 am:   Edit Post

They might not all wear cowboy hats but I aint never seen a Texan without a pair of boots. :-D

Keith
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 10:59 am:   Edit Post

I'll meet you in Ft Worth, but the only thing I'll fight over is who gets the next round! :-)

My boots are Harly Boots though. LOL

Olie
alembic_doctor
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 11:14 am:   Edit Post

You're on.

I must say though, I am very thankful to some distributing compoany for finally bringing Shiner Bock beer to California. HHHHHMMMMMM BEEEER.

There are certain things I really miss about Texas. Shiner being one of them. Other fine Texas foods I miss:

Blue Bell Ice Cream
Wolf Brand Chili
Pioneer Gravy Mix
Bowl of Queso (i used to get the strangest looks at Mexican restaraunts here when I would ask for this)
Hot Links
Hartz all-you-can-eat Chicken
811952
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 11:31 am:   Edit Post

The lovely wife and I used to always stop in Balmorea at a little roadside store for their homemade green chili burritos. They were heavenly.. Beautiful countryside in that part of the world too..

John
alembic76407
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 2:12 pm:   Edit Post

Have you noticed I've stayed out of all this Texas talk, BUT, that crack about Dallas being southern Oklahoma is where I draw the line, everyone here in THE SOONER NATION knows that the border is the south bank of the Red River!!!!!! LOL
and by the way
The O.U. Sooners will be #1 this year
look out K.U and L.S.U


Sir David

(that should start somthing)
byoung
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 5:45 pm:   Edit Post

The only reason Texas doesn't float away into the Gulf of Mexico is because Oklahoma sucks.
alembic_doctor
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 5:50 pm:   Edit Post

R.O.T.F.L.M.A.O.
811952
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 7:08 pm:   Edit Post

I need to wipe my drink off the keyboard!
olieoliver
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 7:21 pm:   Edit Post

Doc Dallas is only 40 miles from Ft Worth. If you're gonna come might as well wait until January and be part of the "TeXXas World Alembic Festival." ( Does that sound familiar to anyone? One hint 1977)

Olie
tbrannon
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Posted on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 8:40 pm:   Edit Post

I've always heard it as, "The reason the wind blows in Texas is because Oklahoma sucks so hard."
dtrice
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Posted on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 - 9:12 am:   Edit Post

To make everyone happy, let's recommend a football battle royale of the Tigers vs. Jayhawks vs. Sooners for the national title. Now THAT's ratings! Either way I have a feeling LSU and Oklahoma may end up sharing the title again...
alembic76407
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Posted on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 - 1:53 pm:   Edit Post

I think we hijacked our own thread

David T
olieoliver
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Posted on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 - 2:03 pm:   Edit Post

To get back on track, how is January for everyone, sya maybe the 5th ot 12th?
I'm actually good for any Saturday in January.


Olie
dela217
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Posted on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 - 2:24 pm:   Edit Post

I'm good. Hopefully that is enough time for Jorge too!

Michael
groovelines
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Posted on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 - 7:29 pm:   Edit Post

12th is better for me.

If no one else speaks up, I'm going to drop in on the The Jam Station. It's only about five minutes from my house. Anyone want to meet me there? The earliest would be this Sunday afternoon.

Mike
groovelines
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Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 12:09 pm:   Edit Post

I'm going to try to make it to the Jam Station this weekend. If you have any specific questions about the facility let me know before Saturday afternoon.

Other than that, have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving.

Mike
groovelines
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Posted on Wednesday, November 28, 2007 - 10:09 am:   Edit Post

Venue Update

The best laid plans.....blah, blah, blah. In short I never made it to the Jam Station. Holiday traffic and Mother Nature conspired against me this past weekend. So, you've more time to advise me of any questions you wish addressed. Privacy and security are my chief concerns. Post 'em here or send a private e-mail.

I've read more yeas than nays, so I'm still looking at the 12th of Jan.

Mike

(Message edited by groovelines on November 28, 2007)
alembic76407
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Posted on Wednesday, November 28, 2007 - 10:39 am:   Edit Post

The 12th is good for me. any where any time

Sir David T
dtrice
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Posted on Friday, November 30, 2007 - 9:13 am:   Edit Post

John and Oliver mentioned covering some songs at the Jam. Maybe there should a posted list of the specific songs we'd like to do? Just a thought. Any possibility of recording it for posterity? Just like local hot-rod clubs take pictures of the cool cars and post them for people to see. The Southwest Alembic club can post recordings?
groovelines
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Posted on Saturday, December 01, 2007 - 1:56 pm:   Edit Post

Daniel, are you volunteering?

I had chance to stop by the Jam Station this afternoon, sorry Olie, I had an opportunity and took it. Some more information to digest. The rates advertised on the website are"rehearsal" rates. There is a different and more expensive rate, for events or parties - $100/hr. After I described what we are meaning to do, it still qualifies as a rehearsal - $60/3hr block, but it's borderline since we're technically not auditioning anyone or rehearsing. Our spouses can visit/stay but that's about it. Once the guest traffic starts to increase it becomes more of a party.

The room is large enough to accommodate the expected number and gear. The stage will comfortably accommodate a good sized kit and three players. Reasonably clean. Not much in the way of security, the lobby door is unlocked during business hours, no cypher or key pad as I have seen on some rehearsal buildings. Might be a concern for some. 2nd floor, elevator access in the lobby for load in. The room is right above.

The room is available for the 12th. doors open at noon. We can book successive 3hr blocks - would 2 do it? After that we can rent per hour as long as the room is available.

There is a smaller room at the lower rehearsal room rate. But I think it's too small, the PA is a Fender Passport with a 6 channel mixer. Dirty and ragged. Not, in my opinion, a place I want to spend any amount of time, yeah, even with you guys...

The person I talked to was as helpful as she could be, but suggested I call back when the "tech guy" was on duty for any sound/PA/recording questions.

From what I can infer from previous posts, Michael, Olie, David and myself are good for the 12th. Daniel and Doc as strong possibles and Craig, Wayne and Jorge still on the fence. Is that right? The two guitarists from my church are still in, I'll need to confirm with Pete (drums).

All for now, not feeling well, I'm going to bed.

Mike
olieoliver
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Posted on Sunday, December 02, 2007 - 7:02 am:   Edit Post

I'm good for the 12th and I think 6hrs should be plenty.
If we're planning on putting some tunes together as a "set list" so to speak we should probably start throwing in some suggestions.

My 2 censt worth,
"Low Rider", should be easy to do.
"Frankenstein", may be more challenging.
"Sir Duke", maybe even more challenging.
Of cousre we could always have some fun with "School Days".
"Mary Had A Little Lamb" by SRV would be fun too.

Olie
dtrice
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Posted on Sunday, December 02, 2007 - 7:59 am:   Edit Post

Double post.

(Message edited by dtrice on December 02, 2007)
dtrice
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Posted on Sunday, December 02, 2007 - 8:00 am:   Edit Post

The 12th would be ok for me, too.
wayne
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Posted on Tuesday, December 04, 2007 - 8:12 pm:   Edit Post

Nothing on the calendar, so I'm off the fence.

C-Ya......wayne
smuprof
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Posted on Sunday, December 16, 2007 - 9:46 am:   Edit Post

Hey Gang -

I'm good for the 12th as of right now. Jam Station is fine . . . there should be enough of us for security, and I think the two sessions will work.

We won't be able to leave/eat during the session since the security is "us" - just a thought.

Looking forward to meeting others this time around.

Mike, do we want to invite any other guitarists/drummers? I've got some good possibilities for jamming.

JFT
alembic76407
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Posted on Monday, December 17, 2007 - 6:12 am:   Edit Post

I will be out of pocket (no computer) from 12-21-07 thru 1-2-08, so if anything big happens while I'm off, somebody give me a call (the Dallas Alembic Cartel)

David T
dtrice
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Posted on Monday, December 17, 2007 - 9:00 am:   Edit Post

Jorge and Mike would we want ride up together? I'm not entirely familiar with getting around Dallas. Maybe we could meet up and follow each other? Just a thought.
groovelines
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Posted on Monday, December 17, 2007 - 11:06 am:   Edit Post

John,
Glad you can make it.

I've asked Pete several times and haven't heard back. So, if you know of a drummer, please invite him to come out. There is a house kit, for a fee, but he's welcome to bring his own.
Same for the guitar player. I know of one firm, and Doc from Houston expressed some interest, but is still only probable. Another six stringer would be great.

As far as eats there are several places in the area where we could order and pick up or might deliver. I'll investigate.

Dave,
Does anyone have your number? You can send a PM to me in case.

Daniel,

I'll make sure to send links and other driving info to all as we get closer.

Mike
groovelines
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Posted on Sunday, December 23, 2007 - 6:15 am:   Edit Post

All intereseted parties.

I sent an email to everyone that has showed an interest coming - and to a few that didn't , sorry Toby!

If you did not receive a private email, then shoot one to me and I'll add you to the list.

Merry Christmas!

Mike

(Olie, no need to wrap that Essence up nice n purdy, I don't need a bow on it. Drop it off any time. ;)
alembic76407
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Posted on Wednesday, January 02, 2008 - 10:31 am:   Edit Post

I'M back at work and online, I trust everything is still go!!!!

David T
olieoliver
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Posted on Wednesday, January 02, 2008 - 11:26 am:   Edit Post

Yes sir, it's a go!
wayne
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Posted on Friday, January 04, 2008 - 5:55 pm:   Edit Post

Mike-

Still didn't get an email from you. Did you re-send?

C-Ya........wayne
groovelines
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Posted on Monday, January 07, 2008 - 8:16 am:   Edit Post

Wayne,

Yes, I did. Will try again later this morning.
alembic76407
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Posted on Monday, January 07, 2008 - 11:16 am:   Edit Post

the only thing that worries me is, will the jam station look at fact that not all of us will be jamming at the same time, will this make some of us spectators, do they under stand whats going on

David T
olieoliver
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Posted on Monday, January 07, 2008 - 11:25 am:   Edit Post

I don't think it'll be a problem.

Now if we had 20 or 30 people standing around listening they may raise an eye brow or two.

Besides when they realize that “Sir” David is there they won’t give us any grief. :-)

Olie
alembic76407
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Posted on Monday, January 07, 2008 - 12:06 pm:   Edit Post

it's good to be the king

or at least royal

Sir David
groovelines
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Posted on Monday, January 07, 2008 - 12:13 pm:   Edit Post

David,

Shouldn't be a problem. I was very clear with the management as to our intentions. Gads, I'd can't even begin to imagine a bass only Rockestra.

Mike
dela217
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Posted on Tuesday, January 08, 2008 - 5:00 am:   Edit Post

Daniel check your email. Or just give me a call.
Michael
504-722-1856
alembic76407
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Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2008 - 5:39 am:   Edit Post

grab all the guitar stands you can get your hand on

Sir David
alembic76407
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Posted on Friday, January 11, 2008 - 10:08 am:   Edit Post

Well tomorrow almost here !!!!!
I can't wait

looking forward to meeting some new faces and seeing some old friends

Sir David

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