i,ve already seen a post on this subject on this site, i dont know why but the site wont let me post a reply to it.
so if spitty or anyone else is interested in having a get together for a laugh now and then, let me know

I'm up for it. I even have my own guitar!

wow that was quick! hi tim, there must be loads of people out there who are sick of just playing at home! what kind of stuff do you like?

I like nice chords. Big fan of jeff buckley. he's a genius. I play a lot of stuff really, jazzy stuff, chordy stuff, soloy stuff but mostly my own ramblings which are of course based on things I have heard throughout my life. I have a wide range of influences - to be honest though what I listen is quite different to what I play. I am quite versatile though!

Are you the 22nd phil or is that the number of guitars you own?

I like chords. I'm rubbish at plucking/picking.

22 is my birthday! i,ve got far more guitars than that!
i used to be a drummer but have hit 40 now so lugging drums round was getting a bind, have aways dabbled with guitar am just an average rythm\chordster really. thought an acoustic guitar club would be a laugh and great to swap ideas etc.

Hey up I had a similar thread to this so maybe we could pool interest between us..I'd like to join in too.. :)

hi hoofie, great that you are interested, sorry i nicked your idea, i tried postin a thread but it wouldnt work, if you, and tim or anyone wants to get togethr i,m defo up for it, what stuff do you like?

hi andrewc, im rubbish at pickin n plucking too, i just play big chords and sing really badly

Oooh I like all sorts from old classics like Simon and Garfunkel to newer stuff - Everything but the Girl/Damien Rice etc. I do sing too, bit Dido-esque to be honest, so only really suit acoustic style stuff. It'd be great to get together and jam. Any ideas where and when?

good stuff!!! damien rice, s&g, i like a bit of crowded house, green day, radiohead etc anything acoustic
as to when and where, im not free till nxt week but am fine from mon, all are welcome at mine but its 16 miles away, any suggestions? ps nothing wrong with singin like dido, best dido song, closer!!! (probobly cos its v easy) :)

Oooh crowded house and radiohead - music to my ears. Sounds great. Will PM with contact details and go from there. 16 miles away - where's that??

is near doncaster, i tried puttin a card in guitar shop window for guitar buddies but no luck so i thought i,d try a bit further afield, i cant get that pm thing to work apparently i,m "not allowed" i can recieve em tho, whattabout that james blunt bloke? top man!! wheres tim gone?

Well I'm glad you did - I don't mind travellin. I just don't have any mates who play guitar and I love it. James Blunt's playin The Octagon isn't he? Or has he been and gone? "You're Beautiful" is great :)

I've PM'd you my email address/mobi number so send me your details that way - wonder why it won't let you PM me..ah the wonders of IT :?

Dunno where Tim's gone but I've PM'd him!

:) :)

I would be interested. I'm a drummer. Tried guitar but it's easier to hit things! Still have an acoustic that I can play a little but am bereft of ideas and don't think I've picked it up this year.

All are welcome! Have you been drumming long?

:)

I'm back. I'm a daytime only forumer mostly. I'm up for meetin up next week - been textin hoofie. Even 16 miles away. Anyone got a car? I ain't.

BTW I can fingerpick and do all that twiddly stuff.

hi everyone, like i say all are welcome at mine (within reason!)
am gonna leave timing up to hoofie (hi hoofie, hope thats ok)
hi tim, downloaded some tim buckley last nite, top man!

Originally posted by Hoofie
Well I'm glad you did - I don't mind travellin. I just don't have any mates who play guitar and I love it. James Blunt's playin The Octagon isn't he? Or has he been and gone? "You're Beautiful" is great :)

I've PM'd you my email address/mobi number so send me your details that way - wonder why it won't let you PM me..ah the wonders of IT :?

Dunno where Tim's gone but I've PM'd him!

:) :)

By the way you've gotta have posted 5 posts before you can pm. So you should be ok now.

Originally posted by phil22
hi everyone, like i say all are welcome at mine (within reason!)
am gonna leave timing up to hoofie (hi hoofie, hope thats ok)
hi tim, downloaded some tim buckley last nite, top man!

ah jeffs dad. I've not really heard much of tim. I hear he's a jazzy man. I think I'll do the same tonight...

Hey Timbo I've got a car - so if you're especially nice to me you can have a lift ;) only got a fiesta tho so not sure about your didgeridoo...

By the way, Hi Phil :) Sorry been busy smornin didn't see your posts!

:) x

:clap: Hi all, Spitty here. I thought no-one was interested and can't believe all the input. I am still looking at getting a regular room in a quiet pub if any one is interested as I think if it takes off, houses may get a bit cramped. I live in the Crystal Peaks area of Sheffield and was looking at getting somewhere near or just off the motorway for easy access (I know a couple of places that might, one at Junction 30 and also at Junction 35).

I am 40 something and my tastes vary and I have not been at it long but have an S&P Cedar 6 and a S&P Cedar 12 (Birthday gift) and somtnimes play with a couple of biker buddies. Let me know if you want to get together (I have a car too)
Spitty.:thumbsup:

Originally posted by Hoofie
only got a fiesta tho so not sure about your didgeridoo...


Its not that big! Lift would be gratefully received. I live in hillsborough by the way but can cover a good few miles on my bike with little difficulty - although the dij may be an issue then.

Timbo (crikey not been called that for a while...) (not said crikey for a while either)

dont try biking it to doncaster with a guitar and a digeredoo!
hi spitty, welcome, we could start at mine and progress to a pub if it works out, access to beer is always useful, i have a small pa which may come in useful.
hi hoofie, am off out for a bit now, txt me if any plans get made or you need me

Hey up Spitty this is starting to sound rather groovy innit :) Am just checking some arrangements for next week and I know Timbo can't do Tuesday so will probably be Weds or Thurs. Any night better for you? :)

xx

Hi there. Wednesday or Thursday really. I play mostly on Wednesday nights so no change there and teach a father and son basic guitar on Thursday but could probably change that if it became a regular thing. I would be glad to give a lift if required. Where are we going to play? Definitely sounding groovy.:)

I have to work for the early part of the evening anyway so would have to be about 8 onwards. I work in City Centre - at the Hallamshire Hospital so am fairly central for picking Tim up on my way out. We're going to Phil's first, see how we get on, play all of his guitars lol ;o) Am confirming details with him. Shall we say Thursday? I'll PM you my contact details.

xx :)

Sounds great. Hallamshire eh, I work for a PCT myself. Look forward to getting your PM.:thumbsup:

Here's a suggestion from Phil - can everyone PM him the kind of songs you like playing then we can all at least have somewhere to start from!! Once he's heard from us he can let each of us know the list and we can either be prepared or get learning lol :)

hi spitty, can you pm us some contact details, so we can all get in touch, i,ll send you mine tonight, cheers

:clap: Hi everyone
Just thought I'd let you know that I use chordie.com for most of my music (bet you all use it anyway) as it's kept fairly up to date and you can transpose on line if you need to.
Some of the words leave a bit to be desired but you can get tabs as well if you use em.
Spitty

Hey up spitmeister, that's handy to know thanks. I use all sorts of different websites and then sometimes I just listen to the songs and make it up as I go along anyway!!! And sometimes that's a BAD idea lol... :?

I used to know someone who made up his own chords as he went along (too talented if you ask me). I used to say "what the hell was that" and he would answer " it's Gm6 diminished ISH. Does anyone know what ISH is??? :gag:

Definitely nothing wrong with making up your own, just keep it happy :D I totally respect people who can make their own music.

Spitty XX

in second hinversion!!!!
the only thing i know about diminished chords is that they exist,
i,m playing a crafter guitar at work, has got the origional strings on it (2 1\2 years) an got filled with water in a flood, sounds like its got a loaf of bread up it but plays great.

Diminished chords eh? Hmmm I don't know many of those lol - better warn you lads I'm not much of a tablature girl I just tend to go with the flow and I don't know the names of a lot of the chords I play lol...oh and I avoid E flat. What the hells that chord all about anyway??!?

And as for you Philippe you seem to know a lot about guitars and I so don't! Prepare to have your brains picked..I'll bring a plectrum lol :) :)

Ooer, what's a crafter then? Sounds electric. I sold an Eko Ranger 12 not long ago (too bright for my eyes,,, read ears) and got a Simon & Patrick Cedar 12 to go with my 6 (luvvvly). Can't play either but I try and they make even the worse player sound good. Have we decided on a meet time for Thursday? Hoofie, can you PM or text me where you'd like to meet up. Ta everso.

yeah man, how invented the e - flat, it no good to no ones if you ask me. now Bm theres are a chord to get your hands around :D

which you think is better BTW the above mentiontion wed site

or http://www.ultimate-guitar.com

Just asking :D


and check out

Blind Mellon with changes

Matchbox 20 with hang

Ben Harper with burn one down


if ya aint heard them

Accustic heven :D

Laters people's :)

Hi there PoStMaN. Just had a look at the site and think it's great but unfortunately the only type of tab I know is attached to my head and Spock had pointed ones. Envy anyone who can read it tho.

Just off to see my Pa, l8er people:wave:

Hey Mr Postman thanks for those suggestions I'll look em up :)

I quite often get stuff from ultimate guitar - it's a good site innit. If I'm honest I'd never come across chordie.com before but I've registered now ;)

Bm is a great chord, I'm with you there. The use of B of any variety in any song is always good methinks... :)

This is a message for Claiiree, got your PM and replied. Let me know if you are interested. Ta.

mornin gang, am off away for acouple of days, i think most if you have my mobile number so am txtable if any else wants to be in, we got five so far, prob squeeze one more in lounge at a push, roll call so far is, phil, hoofie, tim, spitty, bloomdido!! correct me if i, wrong,
who mentioned matchbox 20? seek out the acoustic(guitar not piano) version of 3am,
top chord of the day is a6, play it with one finger and sounds lush between d an c, try it now!

Originally posted by phil22
top chord of the day is a6, play it with one finger and sounds lush between d an c, try it now!

A and C?

A6 is X - A (R) - E - A - C# - F#

That is,

E string - don't play
A string - open, root note
D string - second fret = E
G string - second fret = A
B string - second fret = C#
E string - second fret = F# - hence a VIth interval away from the root (A, B, C#, D, E, F#, G)
(R. II, III, IV, V, VI, VII)

Where do you get a natural C from?

its an alien in d, works for me tho!! an thats all that matters

is it acting as an acceptable substitute for v11

By dropping the C# a semi-tone to a C the chord you are playing is Am6.

I do agree however that sixth chords are appealing whether major or minor.

The Am6 is a great chord to play before 'landing' on E.

:thumbsup: Here you go for 3am by Matchbox 20 http://www.chordie.com/index.php?q=3am&np=0&ps=10&wf=2221&s=RPD&wf=2221&wm=wrd&type=&sp=1&sy=1&cat=&ul=&np=0

Enjoy

Originally posted by phil22
hi andrewc, im rubbish at pickin n plucking too, i just play big chords and sing really badly

well lets get in the recording studio asap then!!

Originally posted by Ousetunes
A and C?

A6 is X - A (R) - E - A - C# - F#

That is,

E string - don't play
A string - open, root note
D string - second fret = E
G string - second fret = A
B string - second fret = C#
E string - second fret = F# - hence a VIth interval away from the root (A, B, C#, D, E, F#, G)
(R. II, III, IV, V, VI, VII)

Where do you get a natural C from?

Prominent chord in linger by the cranberries. I don't really like the chord on its own though.

On of my fave 'set' of chords are the ones used in both 'wish You were here' by pink floyd and 'wonderwall' by oasis.

My favourite chord of all is probably Cmaj7 :D

:D Diggin the 3am matchbox 20 tune :D

just think 5 accustic guitarists

youll be like the modern day eagels :heyhey:

Yorkshire Eagels

Laters peps!:thumbsup:

:D

Hi Guys (and Gals of course). Sorry I haven't posted. Some scumbag knoocked one of my buddies of his bike and put him in intensive care so I have been posting on that site. Hope to see you all on Thursday.
Me.

Originally posted by AndrewC
Prominent chord in linger by the cranberries. I don't really like the chord on its own though.

On of my fave 'set' of chords are the ones used in both 'wish You were here' by pink floyd and 'wonderwall' by oasis.

My favourite chord of all is probably Cmaj7 :D

If we're to get on to favourite chords I think mine is a minor ninth. Probably Dm9. I have no idea where it should fit, but sometimes it just does.

Oh I wish I knew the names of all the chords I play lol I just never took time out with all the theory..I know what they sound like just not what they're called :? does that make me an ill educated guitarist? Oops...sorry...lol

Mind you, before anyone panics, of course I know the names of all the regular chords and their minor counterparts, just not the 6, 7, 9's, dims and all that!

You and me too Hoofie. I'm with you all the way.
xx

Originally posted by Hoofie
Oh I wish I knew the names of all the chords I play lol I just never took time out with all the theory..I know what they sound like just not what they're called :? does that make me an ill educated guitarist? Oops...sorry...lol

Mind you, before anyone panics, of course I know the names of all the regular chords and their minor counterparts, just not the 6, 7, 9's, dims and all that!

as long as you know those majors and minors - you're sorted. The rest are all just embelishments. A seventh here and there can add a lot mind you.

Didn't neil in the Young Ones once describe Dm as the saddest chord ever?

Erm, favourite chord? Don't know about a favourite but I do like diminished chords and some augmented chords are pleasant. Jazzy ninths are interesting (as are elevenths etc,).

However, I have to admit that despite playing the thing for 22 years, I still steer well clear of anything written in the key of Eb (okay, okay, so it's reach for the capo time. Lazy I know).

Well then I shall look forward to learning from you Tim - always pleased to be taught new and interesting ways of making my hands ache and my fingers bleed lol :? ooer lol

My fave chords are Dmaj7 followed closely by Em/D as in John Denver's My Sweet Lady (sad aren't I?):loopy:

Hi all,
It's nice to see a lively music thread happening. I started singing and playing guitar a few years ago, I'm still a bit of a 'shouter' but I reckon my voice is mellowing by now.

Have any of you managed to meet up yet? I notice there was suddenly a lot of interest once this thread got started.
Does anyone in here go to the jam sessions at the Deep End (Hillsborough), I'm usually there every Sunday afternoon.

About favourite chords... I didn't know I had one until I started learning some songs and discovered Cmaj7 while learning Year of the Cat (Al Stewart). I then started noticing it in a few other songs I really liked.

Just ignore this post; I'm trying to reach my 5-post limit so I can start PM'ing

hi, glad your interested, as you can see were trying to organise a regular get together for acoustic guitar fans, were starting at my house and hoping to get enough regulars to move on to a pub or something like that,
would be great to get a good cross section there from beginners to the expierienced, and above all get the people who only play in a locked room out of it! (ie, me)
there is more activity than you see on the site but a lot of it happens by pm.
let us know if your interested
phil

I play almost entirely to myself at home. In fact, having the place to myself has been a major factor in me daring to start singing.
I usually get up when I'm at the Deep End, Whether I feel confident or not. Since I turned 40 I no longer care about making a fool of myself.
I've been a drummer until recently. In fact, my ex remarked that I tend to treat the guitar like it was a drum kit. The same probably applies to my singing ( if it doesn't come, then force it).

But yes, I'm definately interested in any jam sessions or whatever.

Hello :) just want to say Hi - it's our first meet tonight. Don't know if we'll see you but hope to see you soon!

x

The most fun I've had happens to be on the spur of the moment. Take last night for example. Back room of Fagans and there's a group of about 5 musicians.

They played some fine stuff, mainly Irish but also 1930's stuff (kind of scat music) and so I joined in, grabbed a friend's Taylor (what a guitar!) and sung a couple of songs.

Likewise, I've been up at the Three Merry Lads and ended up 'jamming' with one or two other guitarists. It's great fun, especially following another guitarist who's playing a song you've never heard before.

It's a great way to learn new songs.

Hi all

I did the same at the bike club the other night. Took the new 12 to show the lads and 4 of us ended up playing whatever someone knew (two 12's, one 6 and an accoustic bass). Some can only strum, most are better than me but who cares when you're having fun.

Looking forward to tonight. See you there.

Tonight's a bit short notice for me, but maybe another time. I can get to Doncaster alright but as I ride a motorbike bringing my guitar would be out of the question.

Who else thinks last night was wicked then?

I thought it was good fun - tho I think I need to practice more!! Was great to play other peoples guitars lol :) your 12 string is an absolute sweetie, D xx

YOU NEED TO PRACTICE?? I don't think so, sounded magic to my ears, duets here we come (get some songs together for next time that you think I may know if you like remembering I'm an old sod). I thought all the playing was excellent and a certain young man should be on the stage with those talents. Nice one Phil for putting up with us, drinking all your beer and letting us handle those lovely 6's :thumbsup:

Ha ha, thanks for the vote of confidence, spitty. Was good to meet you guys last night. And despite everyone claiming they need to practice/haven't been playing long etc etc, I thought the standard was good! Particularly the singing. Singing is an area i certainly lack confidence - i've always left that up to other people to do.

Maybe next time if we all learn a song or two we could jam around the chords a bit? Anyone any suggestions?

Cheers to Phil for the house and the use of some superb guitars and to Kate for the lift. :)

Tim

Ah yes a third thanks to Phil for the use of his house (and his Takamines in their thousands....well...nearly..lol!)

I guess if we pick a song each then that's 4 to start with eh? Ho hum..now I need to think..it involves effort..ouch...

As for the singing bit - I'm up for Duets Monsieur Spitmeister - old or new, you decide.

Happy surfin' Timbo :)

hi everybody! glsd you all enjoyed it, hope we can keep it going, yes i think we should put some songs individually and as a group, post your suggestions during week,
you all played very well, personally i think tim should be encouraged to put a solo set together and find work!
thanks for coming, you are always welcom, see you soon
phil

hello! im ashamed ive missed this

am I welcome to come along?

I can bring nice simple original tunes or I can play along to whatever else is going
Got myself a beautiful tanglewood guitar, and am jamming with a pianist and drummer currently.

could someone give me information about this please? :)

Hi there. We are but simple folk just trying to make some music. All are welcome but unfortunately we are a bit short on space. We are hoping to find a place to meet say once a week (pub or something similar) but if there are not too many we can do in each other's houses. We look forward to hearing your Tanglwood and if you have a voice to go with it, that's great (we like to sing too).
Keep an eye on the forum as the next meet is at mine next Thursday (Crystal Peaks area) and I'll PM the address out later.

:clap: Sounds like you gays had a blast

Good look with it all :D

Originally posted by Spitty
Hi there. We are but simple folk just trying to make some music. All are welcome but unfortunately we are a bit short on space. We are hoping to find a place to meet say once a week (pub or something similar) but if there are not too many we can do in each other's houses. We look forward to hearing your Tanglwood and if you have a voice to go with it, that's great (we like to sing too).
Keep an eye on the forum as the next meet is at mine next Thursday (Crystal Peaks area) and I'll PM the address out later.


my local has a (I think) free function room. Its also on a tram route
This may be a possibility?

I say my local, but I've never been there before.
Iknow there have been many musicians sessions etc. though

:cool: Hi all

Just a reminder that this week we are at mine. I have PM'd but if I have missed anyone, let me know.

hi spitty, count me in, what time u want us?

7pm onwards if thats ok for everyone?

me too. Hopefully, I'll let you know if aynthing chagnes.

Hello sorry I've been rubbish at getting back to people I'm having a chaotic week - hope to see you all Thursday :)

:thumbsup: Ok you crazy person, we misd ya but we knew you'd be somewhere on this planet!! unlike me of course :heyhey:

Could always get a practice room :)

www.spaceformusic.co.uk - Attic studios in Shalesmoor are excellent - only 20 pounds for 3 hours and fantastic facilities / run by nice people

Hope all goes well

Thanks for the info on the rooms. Certainly a bit beyond my talents to use professional gear to make a noise but the rest of you would certainly make some beautiful music. I hope you all have your songs prepared for tomorrow? If not, we have instant access to thousands on the web.
Hope to see you all tomorrow.

hi all, so who,s goin tonite then

Hoofie can't make it which kinda means I won't be coming either as its a bit far away to cycle. And I have quite a lot to sort out for my weekend. WIll make a concerted effort next week though. I may even bring a recording of my band...

do you think we should pospone it till nxt week, what you think spitty?

Looks like it's definitely a no go. Damn, was looking forward to it an all. Was it somoething I said!

Not to worry. Hope to see you all next week but we need to bear in mind Tim can't do Thursday. Any one else not available?:(

I'm really sorry about tonight guys :( all work and no play makes Hoofie a dull girl..

No problem. You've been quiet all week gal. Had a feeling about tonight as you haven't even been texting. Don't work too hard. XX

well chaps, I'm happy as I couldnt make it (shambala preparations and all that)

practice room in shalesmoor next thursday?

We could get a kitty going (I have friends that use them and they can vouch for them being very nice)

:)

how about a theme for each night?

Maybe an artist to base work on or a genre or a key? something like that to make the sessions a little more directional?

just suggestions, :)

Hi practice rooms are a good idea, but I'm not sure we really need one. Its not like we'll be making that much noise! Depends how many people want to come I guess. I find that you can tend to get more done in peoples house - more comfortable.

And I can't do thursday.

Hi all. For the time being I think it may be worth sticking with houses. Felt out of my league big time with the talent that was there last week and may have to leave you guys to it (you could form a band) but will give it a few more goes to see how I get on. Are we still on for next week? We need to change the day so hows about Tues. Are we still at mine? Let me know.

Originally posted by Spitty
Hi all. For the time being I think it may be worth sticking with houses. Felt out of my league big time with the talent that was there last week and may have to leave you guys to it (you could form a band) but will give it a few more goes to see how I get on. Are we still on for next week? We need to change the day so hows about Tues. Are we still at mine? Let me know.

Spitty, I think you are underestimating your ability. You have a great voice and you said you've only been playing guitar for two years. You should have heard me after two years, sounded like I was sawing up the guitar. Its all about practice and what better forum to do that but with another bunch of guitarists! I for one certainly dont think I'm anywhere near being good yet, but then i don't think there are many musicians who could say they felt they'd learned everything...

We may need to get some direction to our sessions tho, otherwise it might become a bit of a cacophony!

i agree with tim, dont give up on us spitty, you should tape yourself and play it back, your gooooood!! was going to ask you to teach me fingerpickin sometime,
i also think we need a direction or theme to avoid noodling

ps tues is fine for me

Thanks you guys. Youv'e made an old fart happy. Let's try and do the Tuesday then. What about you Hoofie? You gonna be free?

choosday should be ok for me.

Excellent, that's 2. What about you Hoofie? Hope you had a good weekend by the way.

hi hi hi is it happening tonight?

Just waiting on news from a couple of people. Hoofie, Tim, are we on for tonight? Phil has text me to ask as his PC is down.

I think I'm doomed :( gotta work sorry boys. You never know - you might actually see me again before Xmas... *sighs

is it on? im game

Hi Carl, yep it's on. Have PM'd you the address. Hoofie, can you make it later? Is Tim coming?

had a good time tonight guys, hope some more can turn up next week. think we need a drummer or two , lol

It was a good night. Sorry if it was a bit cramped. Tim :clap: we missed you last night (and Hoofie of course but work comes first,,,,,,,or does it?? hmmm, now theres a thought).

Sorry guys, couldn't get in the end. too busy. never like making excuses! next week might be similar but we'll see. Working a fair amount of weekend overtime at the moment so it makes evening time like gold dust - have to squeeze everything in...
Tim

:clap: Hi All

When is the next get-together? Hoofie, you back of hols yet?

:clap: Hi Guys and gals
Has everyone given up on this? If so, why? :confused:

HI, for various reasons I have decided to stop using the sheffield forum once I reach 1000 posts. As you can see Im nearly there. In future I'll only be available contactable by pm. So let me know if anything happens!

Tim