christianb
5 posts
Sep 19, 2013
8:26 AM
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Hello,
I'm heading over to Tampa from the UK for a flying visit next week.
As a relative newbie to the harmonica scene, I'm always looking to be inspired and taught a few tricks by expert harpists and was wondering whether anyone knew of any aces willing to spend a couple of hours with a Limey next week in the Tampa area, or at least driving distance from here.
Any thoughts? Thanks,
Christian
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florida-trader
362 posts
Sep 19, 2013
10:18 AM
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Christian:
I don't know if I would describe myself as an "Ace", but I do live in Clearwater which is just across the bay from Tampa. There is a pretty lively blues scene in Tampa although with my busy schedule I don't get out to the clubs much. I'm a fairly hospitable guy so if you will message me privately we can discuss what days you'll be in town. I can point you in the direction of some good music and I can make some time in my schedule to have a cold beer with you.
Tom
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Tom Halchak
www.BlueMoonHarmonicas.com
Last Edited by florida-trader on Sep 19, 2013 11:11 AM
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bloozefish
126 posts
Sep 19, 2013
10:42 AM
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Christian,
look for gigs by the Delta Swamp Rats, with Tony Smith playing harp; he's a fine player.
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Kingley
3147 posts
Sep 19, 2013
10:47 AM
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No idea of the Tampa part of Florida. In the state of Florida though you have Brian Purdy (owner of HarpGear amp company), RJ Harman, J Stephen Edwards, Randy Singer, T.C. Carr and many more. Not certain but I think Tom Fiacco (tmf714) lives down that way too. I'm pretty sure that if you emailed Brian or Randy though they could give you some info on who's playing where and when in that area or some jams to attend.
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Gnarly
711 posts
Sep 19, 2013
10:59 AM
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Smokey Joe Leone, he's in North Fort Myers and is tops in my book.
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tmf714
2036 posts
Sep 19, 2013
11:59 AM
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Tony Smith is playing HOB in Orlando on the 27th with The Delta Swamp Rats--if I can think of anyone in that area ,I will be sure to let you know-I live on the East coast-Tony lives in Sarasota-the West coast.
Last Edited by tmf714 on Sep 19, 2013 11:59 AM
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tmf714
2037 posts
Sep 19, 2013
12:05 PM
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Just checked the calendar-Doug Deming and Dennis Gruenling are playing the 26th and 27th is Sarasota-he is known to give lessons while here in Florida-let me know if you would like to hook up with him.
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HarpNinja
3459 posts
Sep 19, 2013
12:24 PM
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Joe Leone is the MAN! I love that guy...true harmonica treasure, and a GREAT story teller!
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bloozefish
127 posts
Sep 19, 2013
12:28 PM
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tmf,
I'm shocked...the O-ville House of Blues actually has a blues act??? All kidding aside, I'm gonna try hard to make that show.
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christianb
6 posts
Sep 19, 2013
12:35 PM
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Wow - thanks for the feedback everyone! Tampa and areas don't seem too short of opportunities! And Tom, I will PM you.
Much appreciated,
Christian
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tmf714
2038 posts
Sep 19, 2013
12:45 PM
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Christian-contact me at tmf714@hotmail.com-
bloozefish-I know -blues right?
Last Edited by tmf714 on Sep 19, 2013 12:45 PM
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florida-trader
365 posts
Sep 25, 2013
2:35 PM
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And so christianb hooked up last night in St. Petersburg. He and his wife are both lovely people (his father-in-law is a great guy too). I sent Christian a link to a website that listed all the local blues performances going on while he was in town. He picked a guy he wanted to go see and we made a date.
For the record, we went to see a local guy named TC Carr. it was small crowd at an outdoor plaza in downtown St. Pete. He's good. Here's an example of his playing.
Christian is a beginner who wants to learn (just started playing in May). Perhaps some of you UK guys can reach out to him and get him on the right track.
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Tom Halchak
www.BlueMoonHarmonicas.com
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Ray
452 posts
Sep 25, 2013
3:35 PM
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I think he picked the best that Tampa/St.Pete/Clw. has to offer on harp. As well as one of the top guitar players in the area. My humble opinion.
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florida-trader
366 posts
Sep 26, 2013
7:39 AM
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Ray: That's good to know. I assume you have heard TC. Do you live in the Tampa Bay area?
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Tom Halchak
www.BlueMoonHarmonicas.com
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