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Topic: NEW BOOK! Joaquin Murphey Classic Solos |
Andy Volk
From: Boston, MA
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Posted 31 Aug 2004 5:19 am
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Forumite John McGann and I have a new book just published: Joaquin Murphey, Classic Western Swing Steel Guitar Solos. John has transcribed 18 of Joaquin's best improvised solos (w/ chord progressions) from currently available CDs or available to download courtesy of Herb Steiner at www.herbsteiner.com.
The book is professionally printed and features my essay on Joaquin's life, archival photos, info on Joaquin's steel tunings, a discography, and tips for playing the music. The transcriptions - in standard notation and tab - are designed to be accessible for both pedal and non-pedal C6th steel guitar and Dobro. Most of the music could be played on a 6th string lap steel. Pedal steel players will simply consider their 2nd string the highest string when reading and playing the tab.
The Solos:
Spadella
Crazy ‘Cause I Love You
Cow Bell Polka
Hide Your Face
I Can’t Help the Way You Feel
I’ve Taken All I’m Gonna Take From You
What’s The Matter With You
Texas Playboy Rag (1st solo)
Texas Playboy Rag (2nd solo)
Spanish Two Step
Careless Love
The Covered Wagon Rolled Right Along
Swanee River
Jimmie’s Jump
Throw a Saddle on a Star
Kid with the Rip in His Pants
Rich Man, Poor Man
Call the Hounds
List price is 19.95 but we're offering a Forum special of $15 including USPS Media Mail shipping to the USA. paypal to: john@johnmcgann.com.
Checks to: PO Box 688 Jamaica Plain, Ma. 02130-0006 USA
[This message was edited by Andy Volk on 31 August 2004 at 07:44 AM.] |
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HowardR
From: N.Y.C.-Fire Island-Asheville
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Posted 31 Aug 2004 5:25 am
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Andy, would you post John's address for those of us who would like to send a check?
You're doing a lot of great things to promote steel guitar. It's much appreciated. |
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Andy Volk
From: Boston, MA
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Posted 31 Aug 2004 9:50 am
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Thanks, Howard. Address added above. |
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John McGann
From: Boston, Massachusetts, USA * R.I.P.
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Posted 31 Aug 2004 10:35 am
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A little more info (and soon, a bonus solo) at:
http://www.johnmcgann.com/joaquin.html
For the PayPal Forum special, you can use john@johnmcgann.com.
CANADA Forum special price postpaid $17 (Thanks to Joey Ace for reminding me that Canada is less postage than Europe!)
NON-US/CANADA Forum special price postpaid $20.
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[This message was edited by John McGann on 31 August 2004 at 11:38 AM.] [This message was edited by John McGann on 01 September 2004 at 06:34 AM.] |
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Mark van Allen
From: Watkinsville, Ga. USA
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Posted 31 Aug 2004 10:08 pm
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Many, Many thanks for putting this together, guys. My $ on the way! Can't wait...
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Stop by the Steel Store at: www.markvanallen.com
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Jeff Strouse
From: Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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Posted 1 Sep 2004 7:35 am
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WOW! I've been waiting for something like this for a long time! Can't wait for it to arrive! |
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John McGann
From: Boston, Massachusetts, USA * R.I.P.
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Posted 1 Sep 2004 1:04 pm
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For the Forum Special price, don't use the "Buy Now" buttons- just go to PayPal and send the required $ to me at john@johnmcgann.com
Thanks!
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Bob Stone
From: Gainesville, FL, USA
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Posted 2 Sep 2004 4:34 am
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Just ordered mine too. Can't wait.
Thanks for producing this book John and Andy.
Best,
Bob |
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Bob Markison
From: San Francisco, CA
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Posted 2 Sep 2004 9:27 pm
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Gentlemen - Looks great - just placed my order. As a long time sax player and admirer of Charlie Parker, I think it is fair to compare Murphey with Bird - true innovators, with confident melodic and harmonic and rhythmic fluidity in their improvised lines. Looking forward. Thanks! - Bob |
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Ron Randall
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
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Posted 5 Sep 2004 2:39 pm
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Andy and John
Thanks for all you do.
PayPal complete.
I checked Herb's website but missed the download link somehow.
Ron |
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Andy Volk
From: Boston, MA
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Posted 5 Sep 2004 3:50 pm
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Thanks, Ron. Just follow the links to Cool Stuff ... Cool Sounds on Herb's site. |
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Mark van Allen
From: Watkinsville, Ga. USA
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Posted 6 Sep 2004 9:42 am
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Man, this is a great book! It's wonderful to have so many transciptions in one place, you start to see some of Joaquin's "boxes" or thought patterns. Thanks so much for doing this. Joaquino fans, get on the boat!
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John McGann
From: Boston, Massachusetts, USA * R.I.P.
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Posted 8 Sep 2004 11:11 am
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Jim Smith
From: Midlothian, TX, USA
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Posted 8 Sep 2004 7:37 pm
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I got mine in the mail today. The production quality is great and I look forward to digging into Joaquin's mind. |
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Dana Duplan
From: Ramona, CA
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Posted 9 Sep 2004 4:34 pm
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Got mine in the mail yesterday--thanks men! I can't find the downloads on Herb's site though. Can you please direct me?
DD |
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Andy Volk
From: Boston, MA
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Posted 9 Sep 2004 6:17 pm
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Okay ...
1) go to wwww.herbsteiner.com
2) click on "cool stuff" on the links list on the left side of your screen
3) See the top links and click on "cool sounds". this will bring you to the download screen for Call The Hounds, Kid with the Rip, Throw a Saddle on a Star, and Jimmie's Jump.
4) Click on "Joaquin Tribute" on the top links list. This will take you to the downlaod for "Rich Man, Poor Man". |
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Dana Duplan
From: Ramona, CA
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Posted 10 Sep 2004 3:59 am
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Thanks Andy!
DD |
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John McGann
From: Boston, Massachusetts, USA * R.I.P.
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Posted 10 Sep 2004 10:36 am
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I added an mp3 of Joaquin playing "I Can't Give You Anything But Love" for your listening pleasure...and will be adding a free downloadable transcription soon.
http://www.johnmcgann.com/joaquin.html
This cut is from an album on the "Club of Spade" label consisting of TV transcriptions from the Spade Cooley show- no date given.
Enjoy some of the greatest steel playing ever!
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Andy Volk
From: Boston, MA
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Posted 10 Sep 2004 6:38 pm
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I should add a big thank you to Herb Steiner for sharing these spectacular cuts and for helping keep Joaquin's legacy alive. Herb's comments were very helpful in preparing our book as well. Many thanks Herb, and congratulations on your recent award. |
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John McGann
From: Boston, Massachusetts, USA * R.I.P.
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Posted 14 Sep 2004 12:39 pm
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Forum Special price ends 9/30/04.
http://www.johnmcgann.com/joaquin.html
to get the special, DON'T use the PayPal buttons on my site, just go to PayPal and "send money" to my email address.
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Dwayne Martineau
From: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Posted 14 Sep 2004 2:12 pm
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Nice of you to offer a special deal for Forum members (on an already super-affordable book). This website just keeps on giving.
So that's $17 USD for a Canadian order? Is that only available through PayPal, or can I send a money order/cheque?
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John McGann
From: Boston, Massachusetts, USA * R.I.P.
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Posted 14 Sep 2004 3:25 pm
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money order, check, PayPal, all good!
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Herb Steiner
From: Spicewood TX 78669
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Posted 14 Sep 2004 4:41 pm
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Andy, thanks!
Guys, I just got John and Andy's book and it is a beautifully done piece of work. Murph would be proud.
The credit for Murph's re-emergence and his legacy living on belongs to Chas Smith and Michael Johnstone. I was fortunate to become Murph's friend in the last year or so of his life because of Michael. I had Joaquin's phone number for a while, but didn't want to intrude on him since Chas had told me what a bitter recluse he'd become. Michael told me just the opposite and suggested I call him. Murph must have had a change of heart, because on our first phone conversation, he yakked my ear off for 45 minutes. That was the start of some great conversations. I helped him out with some much needed money, then went out to LA for other business and MJ arranged a meeting with the Man. We hung out in the studio, listening to the tapes of his new album and generally schmoozing steel guitar.
His autographed photo is hanging in a place of honor in my home. I also have one of his bars; again, thanks to Michael Johnstone. Michael is helping me with information on another great steel player of the past deserving of recognition. MJ wears a white hat, IMHO.
As do John McGann and Andy Volk. Support these men in their work, guys.
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John McGann
From: Boston, Massachusetts, USA * R.I.P.
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Posted 15 Sep 2004 4:59 am
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Herb, many thanks for the endorsement. I am very happy to be working with Andy, he is a great guy and excellent artist. We are planning to continue with more books in this vein, as long as we can break even!
It is a great thing that Mr. Murphey connected with fellow players after what sounded like a long period of disconnect. Michael and Chas, Herb and other folks who helped him...I don't know what to say that doesn't sound too squishy, but that is really "walking the walk" of plain good ol' human kindness. Right on, right on!!!
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Dwayne Martineau
From: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Posted 15 Sep 2004 11:56 am
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My money order is on the way... can't wait... |
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