Picked up the Mandolin

[Auntie Hope]

I'm a Fishboner, Ma doesn't shut down jams, she shushes loud drunks who interrupt jams with their squawking.

Dude, bring the mando.  The best part about being a beginner is sitting under a tree during the day with someone a little better than you and learning to play even just one song.  People at TBF want you to learn to play and everyone is generous with their time in helping folks learn.

Amen sister. 

kym, who knows late night and otherwise music is always welcome...this IS town park we're talking about here

Ladies, TRULY, we mean no disrespect to Ma Biddle. 
It was a random, funny, very late night thing that happened in 2007. Give her a call. I'm sure she'll tell you about it with a big laugh.

Can't wait to see all the Fishboners!

Auntie Hope 

[DgoDave]

 :pickinHey  Dude,
I was given a mandolin this last Xmas.  I  too am slowly picking up some tunes and chops!    I go pickin here there and everywhere.  Quietly in the back and pick a lead now and then when the circle is well lubricated.   About the same as my guitar playing.   

Bring your mandolin down here to Durango and pick in our group.  We love beginners and really support eachother.  Jams are the best way to learn tunes as well as  jam etiquette, but especally getting the vibe of playing with others.  Email me and I'll give you the particulars.
Cheers,
T

 Listening to: dennis caplinger beginner mandolin lesson cd

[DgoDave]

I forgot to mention Dude is welcome to come play mando in our camp at Tpark/Amok.   ,T

[dude]

Hello DgoDave,

Wow, what a great gift you received! And you're right, I need to learn some etiquette regarding jamming. I'm pretty big on etiquette in all arenas.

Durango is just a bit outside of my normal travel patterns (which undoubtedly is one reason why it's such a great  place, out of reach of us front rangers so we don't run all over it every weekend) and I'm slated for Ilium this year at TBF so TP doesn't seem likely. I'll certainly keep your offer in mind, though, and if anything changes I'll definitely take you up!

What is this lubrication of which you speak?

Thanks!

[DgoDave]

Lubrication...might be a new thread topic? But I was referring to the greased licks of great jammin, of course

 Listening to: Bill Evans Parking Lot Picker's Songbook

[Auntie Hope]

Hello DgoDave,

Wow, what a great gift you received! And you're right, I need to learn some etiquette regarding jamming. I'm pretty big on etiquette in all arenas.

Durango is just a bit outside of my normal travel patterns (which undoubtedly is one reason why it's such a great  place, out of reach of us front rangers so we don't run all over it every weekend) and I'm slated for Ilium this year at TBF so TP doesn't seem likely. I'll certainly keep your offer in mind, though, and if anything changes I'll definitely take you up!

What is this lubrication of which you speak?

Thanks!

Dude,
Not sure about your arrival in Telluride but you will have access to Town Park until Wednesday evening. Just ask anyone how to get up to Camp Run A Muck/Town Hall. 

Auntie Hope 

[Cindy Lou]

I forgot to mention Dude is welcome to come play mando in our camp at Tpark/Amok.   ,T

Hey T! Does this mean you and Dave are gonna be there again this year?  I'll be seeing you in PS before that!  woo hoo Call me

[bouzouki]

Picking up an instrument is great, be prepared for the times you put it down, and don't wait too long before you pick it up again.  As in, do it for the rest of your life.