Members kwakatak Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 It's really taking off and I see that some of the regulars here have really improved over the past year. I also see that there are a bunch of new folks, some of whom are posting professional-level stuff. The former heartens me as I continue to plod along and play for personal enjoyment. The latter kind of makes me feel like a waste of space. Either way, life takes precedence and I'm sitting yet another VOM1T out. Things certainly are changing around here and sometimes I don't recognize the old digs anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Melodeous Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 It's really taking off and I see that some of the regulars here have really improved over the past year. I also see that there are a bunch of new folks, some of whom are posting professional-level stuff. The former heartens me as I continue to plod along and play for personal enjoyment. The latter kind of makes me feel like a waste of space. Either way, life takes precedence and I'm sitting yet another VOM1T out. Things certainly are changing around here and sometimes I don't recognize the old digs anymore. It's a basement jam for some of us and yet another billboard for others. No different than a hot night at an open mike where semi-pros will gather and play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Stackabones Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 VOM is the event; VOM1T is the principle. I'd rather you participate than not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kwakatak Posted March 9, 2009 Author Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Yeah, Joe - I see some folks have come out of the woodwork, put up their vids and don't hang around afterwards either. Kinda like a "real" OM. Stack, I got a couple of pre-released vids in the can but I figured that I'd keep from rehashing them on the official thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Stackabones Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Stack, I got a couple of pre-released vids in the can but I figured that I'd keep from rehashing them on the official thread. Not really a problem. It's cool to have something fresh or even something recorded within the last month, but it's not an absolute necessity imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tbry Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 I don't understand. would you prefer an old boys club and new members have to abide according to what you want. Keep things just as they are. No changes. It is a public forum there are 6 billion people on the planet. Some of them are going to end up here. The latter kind of makes me feel like a waste of space...Why on earth would you feel like that? All things grow and change. You have lots of interesting things you talk about on variuos posts and the VOM1T is fun for new and I would hope old members. These are just songs. Don't take it to seriously. It's really taking off and I see that some of the regulars here have really improved over the past year. I also see that there are a bunch of new folks, some of whom are posting professional-level stuff. The former heartens me as I continue to plod along and play for personal enjoyment. The latter kind of makes me feel like a waste of space. Either way, life takes precedence and I'm sitting yet another VOM1T out. Things certainly are changing around here and sometimes I don't recognize the old digs anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Grant Harding Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 I also don't get how another person's playing can bum you out. It's not a contest unless you make it one in your head. Now PLAY YOUR GUITAR and ENJOY it, damn it!!! :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Grant Harding Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 The name VOM1T could use a spin through the marketing department though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rhancox Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Knowing it's not necessarily a contest, I am continually humbled by the outstanding work posted each month, compared to the ordinary covers I do. I wouldn't say I, or anyone, is a waste of space though. Everyone has their talents for all to enjoy. From the simple strum-alongs (like mine) to the beautiful instrumentals (like gthom). It would get boring if everyone's efforts were of the the same style. Kwak, you're no slouch. Chin up. Embrace the day. Do what you can. We enjoy your music anytime. It doesn't have to be the second Sunday of each month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brokepick Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 It's really taking off and I see that some of the regulars here have really improved over the past year. I also see that there are a bunch of new folks, some of whom are posting professional-level stuff. The former heartens me as I continue to plod along and play for personal enjoyment. The latter kind of makes me feel like a waste of space. Either way, life takes precedence and I'm sitting yet another VOM1T out. Things certainly are changing around here and sometimes I don't recognize the old digs anymore. I haven't been around here as long as you, so I can't comment about the old digs, but I have seen the VOM grow from it's beginning about the time I joined HCAG. Up until a few months ago, I hadn't even considered participating, because I didn't consider anything I did as worth contributing. I feel your pain regarding the VOM. I sit a lot of them out, simply because I don't have anything ready. Progress comes painfully slow for me, considering the time, effort, and pain I put in. Yeah, some of these guys are a hard act to follow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kwakatak Posted March 9, 2009 Author Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Sorry, folks. The winter doldrums are just getting to me. Stuff's happening at home that's just wearing me down, that's all. Nothing serious, just the same old same old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Queequeg Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Kwak- yeah, we missed your contribution this month. I think of the VOM as an instrument to express ourselves musically in a way that simply talking about gear doesn't allow for. And I grow weary of talking about gear. Confession: as mistake-laden as all my VOM entries are, none of them are "one take". none of them. There, I admit it. And yet I still can't manage to get it right. But I can play out up to 4X/week now if I want to. or, as it turns out, choose from these 4 different places around town. 2 years ago I was paralyzed with fear to play in front of a group. If somebody wanders in here and drops a bomb, so be it. it's a public forum. no harm; no foul. In fact, it's a compliment to this forum (which the rest of the HC likes to deride) that they want to participate. And as one of the better players around here, you, more than most of us shouldn't be concerned about the competition. You won't even see them unless you're looking back over your shoulder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EdBega Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 I recall one participant being told (nicely) he could benifit from lessons. The guy was way better than I probaly will ever be so I guess I can see what you're is saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rhancox Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 I recall one participant being told (nicely) he could benifit from lessons. The guy was way better than I probaly will ever be so I guess I can see what you're is saying. But do we all just want hollow praise? If my stuff sucks, let me know. I'll either stop pushing it on you or I'll work to make it better, or probably both. I know we want to be respectful but I think constructive criticism is good among fellow players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EdBega Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 But do we all just want hollow praise?If my stuff sucks, let me know. I'll either stop pushing it on you or I'll work to make it better, or probably both.I know we want to be respectful but I think constructive criticism is good among fellow players. In my case I already know (my stuff sucks) so if I am doing it just for fun then what's the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rhancox Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 In my case I already know (my stuff sucks) so if I am doing it just for fun then what's the point. To me, that is the point. It's supposed to be fun. It ain't a pissin' contest. I know I'm not the greatest either, but as long as I don't come off like fingernails on the chalkboard, then I'm going to keep at it. Besides being fun for me, I enjoy giving others enjoyment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brokepick Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 In my case I already know (my stuff sucks) so if I am doing it just for fun then what's the point. If you feel that way, what's the point in playing at all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Queequeg Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 If you feel that way, what's the point in playing at all? yeah, you lost me on that one. Very few of us make our living in the music business. For most of us, it actually is just for the fun of it. No; really! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members riffmeister Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 The latter kind of makes me feel like a waste of space. Nah, no need to feel that way. I know I personally always enjoy your music and your commentary, and I am quite sure others do, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EdBega Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 If you feel that way, what's the point in playing at all? Never said I don't enjoy playing. I don't think it would be fun for me (at my level) to do the VOM thing though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gthom Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Never said I don't enjoy playing. I don't think it would be fun for me (at my level) to do the VOM thing though. You might be surprised at how much you'd get out of it. I haven't had anyone rip on my playing (yet), and any criticism I've seen is always constructive and well-meaning. Frankly, if someone were to put down someone's playing because of ability, they'd probably be run off the board, and rightly so. As for the "professional-level" stuff, it doesn't bother me. I love hearing a wide range of music and skill levels and don't feel I have anything to be ashamed of just because I'm not at as high a level as many here. It keeps me inspired and motivated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Queequeg Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 You might be surprised at how much you'd get out of it. I haven't had anyone rip on my playing (yet), and any criticism I've seen is always constructive and well-meaning. Frankly, if someone were to put down someone's playing because of ability, they'd probably be run off the board, and rightly so.As for the "professional-level" stuff, it doesn't bother me. I love hearing a wide range of music and skill levels and don't feel I have anything to be ashamed of just because I'm not at as high a level as many here. It keeps me inspired and motivated. +1well said.it is worth remembering that those at a senior level were once beginners, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bigald18 Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 I really want to be a sixty year old rock star with young little things screaming for my autograph. The VOM is just my first step on the way to fame and fortune! I'm currently looking for a manager and publicist. After that, it the sky's the limit. I know I can outsell the Beatles! Just have to hitch a ride to Liverpool and play in a few clubs over there and that'll do it. In the meantime I guess the HCAG VOM will do....and you can all say you knew me when. BigAl :rawk: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EdBega Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Well maybe someday...I suppose others could derive pleasure (like watching a comedy) from listening to me twang away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Stackabones Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Never said I don't enjoy playing. I don't think it would be fun for me (at my level) to do the VOM thing though. I really hope you'll reconsider and post something at the next VOM. It's been cool watching folks get better at playing and recording and vid'ing and all that. It's the next best thing to playing live imo, and it gives us a chance to get together and do what we'd do if we were neighbors -- which is sit around a swap guitar playing and songs and whatnot. So, like I said, I hope to see you next month! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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