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(@edcotton)
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Hi   I'm Ed from Alliston Ontario Canada.  I'm 71 years old...been playing guitar since I was 14.   Played in small bands from 16 until 25 then long layoff to start a business have a family etc etc.  Recently retired, now back in a 5 piece band of guys having a blast.  My equipment is  1963 Gibson SG  (I bought it in 1963!) American Strat, American Tele, Les Paul Classic, Fender Blues Deluxe Amp and a variety of pedals.  We play mostly vintage (1950s through 70s) Rock and a lot of blues.  I currently play lead in this band. Looking forward to learning a lot more licks and technique.

Cheers   Ed

Cheers  

 
Posted : November 21, 2017 08:21
(@clayton)
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Ok, so my math puts you playing right through the 60's, Ed.  Nice pedigree to learn those chops!  Interestingly enough, my first big concert was Alvin Lee opening for the Kinks.  "Alvin who?" I said.  Alvin Lee, I learned was incredible. 

That's a great gear line up to make some sweet tones and rock the bones.  Welcome to the MGA, I am looking forward to a sample or two of what you do.

 

 
Posted : November 21, 2017 09:20
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Hi Ed, welcome! Wow, that SG sounds like a winner! 

Hope to hear you play - post a clip or two and perhaps submit a Student Focus video?

 
Posted : November 21, 2017 10:12
(@jestme)
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Ed

It sounds like you are having a blast... I'm a bit jealous... still working... no band... no vintage SGs!!! Oh well I guess that means I have some good things to look forward to!!!

I think you will enjoy being part of MGA! Welcome to MGA! 

 
Posted : November 21, 2017 14:13
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(@edcotton)
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Hi Guys  Thanks for your commenst and good wishes.

  Yeah its great to be in a band again although in the old days we used to play from 9 until 1 then have something to eat and get home around 4a.m.  These days I need a nap right after setting up,(because like in the old days we're still our own roadies)   We have a regular gig about once every 6 weeks at an "adult community centre"  where the average age is around 60.  This gig starts around 7 oclock, play 3 sets, people dance and leave about 10:30. and we finish at around 11.  Very civilized timeframe!!!  We're usually home around 1:30.

I'll post something next week and look forward to any comments you might like to make.

Cheers Ed

 
Posted : November 22, 2017 18:51
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That's hours I would like too! I don't enjoy playing until 1 or 2... have done that too much and it completely wrecks the next day.

 

 
Posted : November 23, 2017 09:06
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