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guidothepimmp Greg also recommended the fold-up chairs. @slowpoet could we add that to the event notices?

The venue is pretty much confirmed. I just need to organise picking up keys, etc. I'm also checking with Greg about the times we're allowed to be there. Any recommendations there @slowpoet? We have the place for 3 hours. So we could do from 9am till 12pm (and then folks go for lunch) or after lunch. Maybe 1pm till 4pm? Or is evening better? I have no experience with planning these things ?

      Afternoon is definitely the best for most people. I will update the notice with the chairs and I also want to change one song and add one more.

      slowpoet Thanks!

      Ok so: 12pm till 3pm, or 3pm till 6pm. Probably the former as the latter means getting home a tad late maybe.

      Looks like this is taking shape. HUGE thanks to you @slowpoet! (You might get 100 more "thank yous" from me before this is done. I'm really awful at organising events and appreciate all the work you're putting into this ?)

        There is a Dros close to Silverton if peeps would like to have a beer afterwards. There may be other places nearby as well, but I think Greg will be able to guide us more on that in the area.
        A bit further is Zappa's and also Arcade Empire(they sometimes have live music)

          Guitar Talk is putting together a 3 hour garage play together session on 11 August in Silverton. It will run from noon to 3PM.

          How it works is: everyone practices the songs listed and then we get together and practise and play them. We will also try a few others on the fly, so to speak.

          The songs to practice are
          What's Up? - 4 Non Blondes
          Down on the Corner - Creedence Clearwater Revival
          Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen - Finger picking plus simple strumming
          TNT - AC/DC

          NOTE: We'd love to see some non-guitar instruments, especially bass or drums. But almost anything could contribute - perhaps not bagpipes, though. :-)

          We will provide lyrics sheets and chords as well as the address details when you RSVP. We are asking for R20 donation per person to go towards the cost of the venue (pay on the day)

          NOTE: At the venue there is
          2x10 bass amp
          2 4x12 guitar cabs
          PA system with 2 mics
          Drumkit (bring own cymbals)
          Stands
          There are no chairs, so please bring a camping stool or similar if you wish to sit down.

          Beginners and vocalists VERY, VERY welcome.

          RSVP with Adrian (slowpoet) on adrianvan@mac.com

          The space only allows for 7 people, so please don't RSVP if you're not sure you can make it.

          Please email to RSVP so that I have your email address and can send your words/chords/links etc.

            Awesome sauce guys!! Man I wish I lived in PTA for this!
            Please do lots of vids and pics of the event. Maybe we can duplicate it in other cities.
            Have fun!

              slowpoet This looks great, thanks man!

              Gonna add it to this week's newsletter.

                  Bookings so far (XXXX means I don't know the handle on GuitarTalk)

                  William Beetge - Bass, vocals - XXXX
                  Adrian van der Merwe - Rhythm - slowpoet

                  Mmmmmm.... Maybe I need to pack a picnic basket, my passport, a day pack and head north of the boerewors curtain.

                  If we don't end up with a lot of people I might consider it... watching this thread closely.

                  Dont forget your vaccinations..

                  Also.. leave the dust masks.. our air is cleaner this side of the Jukskei
                  *edit.. air is not so kosher down loftus side of town..

                    Booked
                    William Beetge - Bass, vocals - Lu22
                    Stefan Cronje - guitar - Hasie
                    Adrian van der Merwe - Rhythm - slowpoet

                    No Norio yet, though since he will be unlocking I assume he willbe there :-)

                    This sounds great
                    Does one bring along your own guitar and come along and join in ?
                    It will be nice to join and meet you guys
                    Roy

                    Roy Does one bring along your own guitar and come along and join in ?

                    Yep pretty much. You'll likely need to bring your own practise amp or amp head as well. If you're going to bring an acoustic, it would be wise to make sure it has pickups or be happy with not being heard ?