This is a 2 year old post - They have been purchased by Peavey and are back in manufacture, still under the CA name.
1,076 2012-03-14 19:50:01
Re: CA Guitars, Out of Business (4 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
1,077 2012-03-14 00:46:22
Re: March Madness (15 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
And --- good to see ya Cam -it's been a while. Check out the skype posts in chat and join us if ya can - they have been a blast!
1,078 2012-03-14 00:45:04
Re: March Madness (15 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I didn't do a bracket this year because I always pick with my heart instead of my head (which leads to an early exit). So all I can say is GO WOLFPACK and whoever is playing the tar holes!
1,079 2012-03-13 22:18:39
Re: Sheet protectors for song printouts (5 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I know Zurf's next Skype Call Challenge - Play a red song!
1,080 2012-03-12 23:40:41
Re: 6 nations cup (25 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I was initially excited because I thought this thread was about soccer. I haven't napped so good since the World Cup was being televised. Alas, rugby is rarely shown here in the US - It used to be shown on ESPN during their early years, but apparently bowling and ladies billiards even draws a larger audience.
1,081 2012-03-11 03:15:15
Topic: Music and Cultural Diplomacy (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I consider myself lucky to live where a lot of folks come to vacation. The past 2 weeks, the condo next door has been filled with 3 lovely German ladies, a young doctor (Suzie) along with her Mother (Alina) and Aunt Ilsa. Suzie speaks English fairly well, but her traveling companions speak only German and Russian (they are from formally East Germany). We've been chatting on the patio during their stay and I've been offering tips on where to eat, what to see and such.
Late last week Suzie mentioned my cooking on the grill and the wonderful aromas and said her Mother wanted an American Steak Dinner before they left for home. As I was traveling earlier in the week, we made plans for dinner this evening. So I went out today and picked up some nice NY Strips and baking taters. Suzie said they would bring a salad. We had wonderful dinner with some fine wine and a few bottles of Becks and great conversation (despite the language barrier) - it's amazing how the trials and tribulations of life are so similar despite living thousands of miles and countries apart.
Anyway, they have heard my guitar playing and singing all week and asked me to play after dinner. Suzie knew a lot of American music (and has a beautiful voice) , and of course even her Aunt and mother knew some Beatles songs. We just spent about 2 hours singing and playing and had a fantastic time. Pictures were taken, hugs and kisses were shared and I am extremely proud to have shown them some good old American Hospitality. Email addresses were shared and I have a standing invitation to stay in Aunt Ilsa's "giant house" in Hamburg whenever I visit Germany.
Long story to say that Music truly breaks down cultural barriers and is a common language that is loved by all. What a great night - and after my team's basketball loss this afternoon, it was sorely needed - completely lifted my spirits.
1,083 2012-03-10 01:33:16
Re: New project for me (10 replies, posted in Bands and artists)
Keep Rockin' Russ! Veery Cool!
1,084 2012-03-05 03:11:00
Re: Printing (7 replies, posted in About Chordie)
Try hitting Ctrl and - to adjust your screen resolution.
1,085 2012-03-04 15:41:52
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jam Week of 3/4 (34 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Thursday night sounds good for sure. I'll try to drop in for a bit this afternoon as well for a short time anyway - likely after 1:00 though. Thanks Amy!
1,086 2012-03-03 22:48:58
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Another great time - reluctant chordie members, you need to join in! You will not jam with a more friendly group I assure you. While we missed Amy today, Zurf, Wayne, Pete, Paul and I had a great time playing. I also enjoyed the comments by Toots, although silent and without video. I'm definitely willing to open a premium account. For $4.99 a month it's a bargain, I've had 10X that much fun already.
Till next time!
1,087 2012-03-03 19:47:41
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
OK pete - I just sent another request
1,088 2012-03-03 19:30:31
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Pete - I sent you a contact request on skype, you need to accept in order for me to add you in
1,089 2012-03-03 16:00:14
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Toots - I sent you a contact request via skype and will add you to the call. There is a messaging / chat feature so you can type in comments or at least say hello to the group. I sure wish you had a camera so you could play along! There's plenty of time to run to wally world and pick one up!
1,090 2012-03-03 14:14:55
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Still on for 2pm eastern. New participants - please send me contact request in Skype prior to 2 so I can add you to the group!
1,091 2012-03-03 00:49:25
Re: What does YOUR wife say (34 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
^The sammich part is kind of a joke 
My wife just laughs at me when I tell her that!
1,092 2012-03-02 23:28:16
Re: What does YOUR wife say (34 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
She brought it up once. I told her "You spend more at the nail salon and hairdresser is a year than any guitar I have costs - Now go make me a sammich"
1,093 2012-03-02 00:25:16
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Been trying to add you in DS - I'll try again - this skype stuff is new to me!
1,094 2012-03-01 23:58:51
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Join us tonight DS - and anybody else who is interested, just look me up on skype, and I'll add you in!
1,095 2012-03-01 02:51:45
Re: I Has a Project (26 replies, posted in Recording)
Sounded good even on my laptop with lousy volume. Looking forward to hearing more. Love the band name.
1,096 2012-03-01 02:47:20
Re: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
^Thanks Wayne - but you are full of it. I wish I had your pickin' skills my friend. Looking forward to the next time!
1,097 2012-02-29 02:09:03
Topic: Chordie Skype Virtual Jams Thursday 3/1 and Saturday 3/3 (46 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
As I currently hold a Skype Premium Membership 7 day free trial (which is needed to allow group chat), I thought I'd try to schedule a couple of more "virtual campfire jams" before it expires. As much fun as we had last week, I'm guessing that this will be a popular gathering and all are welcome. That said, a max of 10 are allowed per session and 5 is recommended for best quality.
I am proposing to host sessions on Thursday evening, 7:00 pm eastern as well as Saturday afternoon 2:00pm eastern.
My Skype username is topdown67 and email is jeffreyftaylor AT yahoo.com (omitting spaces and substituting @ for AT)
For those interested, please post Skype contact info here or request a contact with me via skype. Plan on gathering a few minutes before the scheduled time.
Please read the other Skype threads before joining to get an idea how it works.
http://www.chordie.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=19148
http://www.chordie.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=19191
Looking forward to building this group and having more fun!
1,098 2012-02-28 01:43:20
Re: Skype Jam Test Participation Instructions. (73 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Toots - you can always pick up a workable web cam for $20 or 30 bucks if the vid cam won't work. Well worth it if yesterday's session is a glimmer of things to come!
1,099 2012-02-27 23:54:10
Re: Copperhead Road cover (2 replies, posted in My local band and me)
Love this song pete and you are getting it down nicely! This is one I've got to learn myself. Simple chords, but it's all in the embellishments.
1,100 2012-02-27 23:46:29
Re: Lessons Learned Skyping (18 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
My addition to Zurf's list:
7. It is a heck of a lot of fun!