brother (or sister) I hardly ever come to this site but I see now that I should. Thank you for the encouraging and beautiful words you use to describe my music, it's much appreciated...where would we be without people who listen like you do......I sincerely hope that after 5 long years you will see this message...
all the best,
tony

I would say guys, the choice between the nights is immaterial, either night will send you home gob-smacked, so what's the diff? ? Me personally, by now I would have sold something precious to me to attend BOTH of these guys, they've travelled far and deserve your undivided attention...there is a discount for both shows btw...looking forward to seeing you there..t

as with everything it is hard to generalise. I have made my living in SA from people who have valued me as a player and musician. So, even with the knowledge that over exposure breeds over-familiarity, there are still folk in SA who 'know' and support no matter what and my hat goes off to them...anyway, we're way off the topic for this thread which is: HOLY SHIT! JON GOMM AND PRESTON REED IN SOUTH AFRICA!

and girls, sorry Keira... :-[

ja boys, it happens in every country..the reaction I get to my concerts let's say in Canada, are just out of this world with a standing ovation for every show...I'm very lucky to get a standing O in SA, but that's because of over familiarity....but still the world's greatest guitar players must be brought to SA to show their skills and have their music heard because there are ridiculous players out there and even if you're an electric guitar player or any which way kind of guitar player these concerts will floor you. I make sure that the support acts are all strongly SA...

Hi Peter, we are working on a possibility of a workshop, will post in the forum if it happens...t

Hi to all in this Guitar Forum,

I am indeed bringing Jon Gomm (UK) to South Africa but to make the brew doubly strong I am also bringing Preston Reed (USA)
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These two are enough to burn blisters on your brain but then there are our own local aces, Guy Buttery, Dave Baudains and myself. So take a look at the program below and remember that membership gets you the best seats in the house at 30% off the ticket price. Another 30% off any workshops and these discounts work per annum. There's other stuff too...so really, if you are a supporter then you should be a member, there is no question, go here to read all about it and sign up! www.internationalguitarnight.co.za/membership.html

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT - WINTER SERIES 2013
Produced by Tony Cox

featuring
PRESTON REED USA and JON GOMM UK
supported by David Baudains - SA
Guy Buttery - SA and Tony Cox - SA

Venues
Fringe Theatre, Joburg Theatre Complex
Mon to Wed 1/2/3 July 2013 @ 20h00 - Jon Gomm, Tony Cox, Guy Buttery
Thu to Sat 4/5/6 July 2013 @ 20h00 - Preston Reed, Tony Cox, Dave Baudains

Baxter Concert Hall, Cape Town
Mon to Sat 8/9/10 July 2013 @ 20h00 - Jon Gomm, Tony Cox, Dave Baudains
Thu to Sat 11/12/13 July 2013 @ 20h00 - Preston Reed, Tony Cox, Guy Buttery

MEMBERS
**Ticket sales window period exclusively to members: 15 Apr to 29 Apr**

well here's some more news to make you jump up and take notice...Jon Gomm and Preston Reed are playing back to back...Jon Gomm 1/2/3 July in Jhb and 8/9/10 Cape Town...Preston reed 4/5/6 Jhb and 11/12/13 Cape Town...bookings should bve open in a few weeks...see you at the shows...t

Multiple SAMA award-winning acoustic guitarist, Tony Cox is returning to South Africa in August 2010 and is offering his considerable experience as a master-guitarist and world-class performer to those who would like to explore the fine art of great guitar playing.

Study power finger-picking, chords, harmony, improvisation, using any type of music you like from folk to rock to classics, jazz, fusion to African styles.

There are limited spaces available so contact Tony via email to register your name and secure a spot. From beginners to advanced, all welcome: email: tonycox@netactive.co.za