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silvioferretti - Posted - 05/03/2009: 14:13:51
Jim, there's one for sale here on the HO... 
"Just once I would like to hear you scream in pain" "Play some rap music..." Bruce Willis on The Last Boy Scout.
Silvio Ferretti http://www.scorpionmusic.com
bhrb75 - Posted - 05/04/2009: 06:11:01
I always liked the break on "Gal You've Got A Job To Do" especially that las tag lick, very 60's sounding, cool stuff.
B.
"He lives so far back in there, they had to roll ''em Martha White biscuits in in a wheelbar."
TheChief - Posted - 05/07/2009: 08:37:21
I just put some new pictures up on the website. Bill Emerson (Chief in hand) and with three of his students.
Hey Brandon, that was 60's...no wonder it "60's sounding." Comprendez-vous?? :)>
I used a Vega Vox 5 string tuned all the way down to E...I believe...wait, my memory has failed me..that was "The Kind Of Woman I Got." "Gal You've Got A Job To Do" was a Fender banjo. That was recorded at the time when I had the RB3 repaired by Robby Robinson (deceased) and I borrowed his banjo whilst the work was being done. The leg bolt had pulled out of the heel of the neck.
s
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
Fortancient - Posted - 05/07/2009: 09:59:20
Sonny I have probably said it before but the licks on Tennessee Stud are about the best I have heard. The mix on that tune is perfect and I guess it's the feel or something I don't know but it makes me .
Don Miller
Powerbawl Redbone Kennels
whywild - Posted - 05/07/2009: 11:41:48
Sonny - I was just on Elderly Instruments website and they have a new Remo head advertised that they said was made to your specs. Is that true.....and what's the difference over a standard Remo head? Hope you're well.
Doug
bhrb75 - Posted - 05/08/2009: 04:11:36
Sonny,
Which version of the Merriam -Webster's dictionary did you use to find that word?? LOL :)> The thing I always liked about your picking especially around that time was that to me most of the music that came from the 60's was cheesy sounding but you always had a way of playing some of those "telecaster" and "electric" type licks with a really awesome sense of taste. It's like when I hear you do that stuff the only thing I can say, is "WOW" and rewind it back and listen again. Btw the tag lick on "Gal You Got A Job To Do" sounded very Jerry Reedish to me as well as the ending on "The Kind OF Woman I Got"
Hope you are well.
Brandon
"He lives so far back in there, they had to roll ''em Martha White biscuits in in a wheelbar."
TheChief - Posted - 05/08/2009: 10:48:26
Brandon..twas the Frainch version..that's pronounced..F-RAIN-CH!!!
I told Jerry he shouldn't use those licks...it would make him sound like a dirty old banjo player.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
bhrb75 - Posted - 05/08/2009: 11:20:00
Sonny,
You sure it wasn't the other way around?? lol I think that's the Fairchld vernacular to be exact. ;)
Brandon
"He lives so far back in there, they had to roll ''em Martha White biscuits in in a wheelbar."
Woolpersteve - Posted - 05/08/2009: 11:58:33
That is a great picture of Bill Emerson on the Chief site. Looking forward to meeting him at banjo camp and hearing that Chief up close .His picking always seems to leap off of records. It isnt the loudness its the clean playing-just exact to my ears.
I am peaking to soon. Banjo camp is still a ways off .Normally I pace myself better than this.
Steve
"The Dude abides"
kathy315 - Posted - 05/08/2009: 12:20:50
Steve,does this mean I should put away my suitcase??Doug and I were just discussing hotel rooms the other night..oh well..can't wish my life away...
RB3
www.massbluegrass.org
Girls Gone Banjo
pick1936 - Posted - 05/10/2009: 09:13:21
Hi sonny, I saw You live in Warsaw Mo. in 1966, at a club, You still had Dale Sledd, a Quick story on that, I was dating a girl, who later became My wife, You played among other great music ( Up This Hill And Down ) My wifes name at that time was Joyce Kelly, Her cousin was Bill Kelly, a had to much to drink, and We left toward the last of Your show, I found out the next day that You guys went down to Bill's dads Cabin at the lake, and played all night, We were to be invited, But We took off to early, What drink will do, I would really have loved to have went with You guys,, I totally stoped drinking in 1970,, anyway I sure missed some good pickin I know, For many years (Up This Hill And Down), was one of My favorites, You guys were the Best band at that time No Dought.. THANKS For All That Great music..
( Saturday I'll Talk To My Woman, Sunday I'll Talk To My Lord )
Nechville. In Higginsville.
pick the banjer son.
Lee Kelso
Edited by - pick1936 on 05/20/2009 10:47:02
TheChief - Posted - 05/11/2009: 08:34:13
Lee I remember that night well. There was a fight broke out in that club..maybe it was you :)>..Luther Sledd was there too..Dale was about the best one we ever had..to sing with. I guess he's still living around Warsaw.
Good to hear from you.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
TheChief - Posted - 05/15/2009: 07:33:03
Anyone heard, or have, the old, old, Carl Smith Bluegrass album. Quite good. Carl, Curly Chalker, Pig, Grady Martin, Tommy Jackson, Ray Edenton...Bobby and I...I forget the bass player and perhaps a drummer was on the session. Probably Bob Moore on bass and Willie Ackerman on drums.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
mastertone250 - Posted - 05/15/2009: 10:45:10
I was wondering. Sonny what Bridges come standard on your Banjos? Snuffy's Hatfeilds? And what bridge do you use mostly?
"Surround Yourself With Good Muscians". J.D Crowe
TheChief - Posted - 05/17/2009: 07:27:02
I used a 5/8 Frank Neat bridge. Maple with ebony top. I tried most others but always came back to the Neat. Silvio Ferretti makes an extremely good one. He knows about bridges, but it all comes down to what you want to hear come out of your banjo.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
silvioferretti - Posted - 05/17/2009: 07:47:12
Thank you so much, Chief, it's an honor to hear these words from you. Matter of fact I'm sort of studying Frank's bridges to try and understand "what you want to hear come out of your banjo" 
. You used Snuffy's bridges, and Wadsworth's, and old Grovers, you sure know that that elusive sound is. Also, Crowe has a Neat bridge on his RB-75, and he's used pretty much the same bridges that you used through the years (including one of mine, which he told me is on one of his banjos... ), so it makes sense to me as a builder to understand what Frank is putting into his bridges. None of us is making his living building bridges anyway, so I'm sure he won't mind a little competition... 
"Always drink upstream of the herd, and don''t squat with your spurs on" - John Wayne.
Silvio Ferretti http://www.scorpionmusic.com
Minnepicker - Posted - 05/18/2009: 17:16:49
quote:
Originally posted by silvioferretti
Jim, there's one for sale here on the HO...
Not any more! I just bought it! I am looking forward to receiving Chief #119 this week I hope.
R.T. - Posted - 05/20/2009: 10:40:22
Minnepicker, congratulations on your new purchase. I've had my Chief (#44) since mid Dec and continue to love the way it sounds. Be sure and report back to us and let us know how you like the Chief.
BANJOS ARE FUN
Ron Terrell
Woolpersteve - Posted - 05/20/2009: 12:16:55
"Not any more! I just bought it! I am looking forward to receiving Chief #119 this week I hope."
Congratulations .You will kick your self in the seat every time you play it for not getting one sooner.
Mine came with a seat cushion.
Steve
"The Dude abides"
Forrest - Posted - 05/21/2009: 08:29:55
quote:
Originally posted by whywild
Sonny - I was just on Elderly Instruments website and they have a new Remo head advertised that they said was made to your specs. Is that true.....and what's the difference over a standard Remo head? Hope you're well.
Doug
Doug,
I hope you don't mind my butting in here, since your question was directed to Sonny.
I think the banjo heads you're referring to are actually made for *Dave* Osborne in Greensboro, NC. Dave owns the Music Barn, which is a well known music store in these parts. I have one of these heads, but haven't found a good use for it yet.
I think that Dave may be a distant relative of Sonny, but I may have been misinformed.
"Run, Forrest, Run!"
Minnepicker - Posted - 05/21/2009: 10:53:59
Thanks guys, I should be getting it tomorrow morning. I'm taking the family camping tonight to help pass the time unitl tomorrow. Then I'm having UPS hold it so I can pick it up and I won't have to wait for the driver to get it to me.
I'll let you all know when it gets home.
Dan
Minnepicker - Posted - 05/23/2009: 21:00:59
Well, it came. It sounds amazing. I didn't think I'd ever find a banjo I liked as much as my Buck Creek. This one is making me think that I'll need to keep them both. They are different but both really nice. The Chief really sparkles. It's nice. Anyone know if I can order bridges from Frank Neat? I'm pretty used to Crowe spacing.
Thanks all!
Dan
aj_fuller - Posted - 05/26/2009: 13:57:36
Not Chief related, but at least Chief thread related...
Has anyone else noticed that when we roll over to a new page of posts, the new page indicator number does not appear on the main forum page until 4 or 5 posts into the new page? Not sure if it is just me or not, but it does seem to mess with finding the newest posts on the thread when that happens. Is it time for part 8?
And now, back to your regularly scheduled thread...
A.J.
Spike2 - Posted - 05/26/2009: 14:12:17
Heya Stan, SonnyO. I'm on my way back home to the left coast. Not CA but right next door in AZ. We've sold our home here in the TN hills and I couldn't be more elated. Ol' what's his name has me stuck so far out in the country here that I've almost forgotten how to behave. We head to AZ next week to find a home there. I keep singing, " I'm going away, I'm leaving to stay, I'm going and I ain't comin' back." 
Ain't heard from your own self in a while, Sonny.
Spike2
Proud owner of Greg Rich engraved, Bean Blossom neck, walnut Chief #1
My ex and I divorced over religious reasons. He thought he was God and I didn''t.
Edited by - Spike2 on 05/27/2009 10:05:49
leftcoastbanjer - Posted - 05/26/2009: 14:27:40
Sonny, I'll probably order a few of those bridges from you. I've swapped my Chief's bridge out with just about everything on the market and Frank's sounds the best on there. The sound of this banjo turns heads everywhere I go
quote:
Originally posted by TheChief
I have bridges..30$ includes shipping.
Glad you like the Chief.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
-Larry
Chief #141
R.C. Stern - Posted - 05/26/2009: 18:08:34
Stan and all,
Get that registration in! I know what you mean about flying these days. Anyway, sign up and bring your toys. BTW, what is the motel for the Thursday evening Station Inn concert before the Banjo Retreat? Is that still in the works?
Hope to see you all there. I am getting anxious. Only a whole hot and humid summer to go.
Rick
kathy315 - Posted - 05/27/2009: 13:23:18
Comfort Inn ..and Doug and I are planning on being there Thurs..already making plans.Rick,you need a picture of you ..
RB3
www.massbluegrass.org
Girls Gone Banjo
R.C. Stern - Posted - 05/27/2009: 18:11:04
Kathy,
Thanks for the name of the motel. I will get my reservation in. I am pretty sure I will be able to make Thursday night this year. I hated to miss it last year. About the picture - I will check into that. Thanks for the suggestion.
Rick
bevans - Posted - 05/31/2009: 22:08:24
Hey folks - I just posted this official press release as a separate thread that you can find over at "Other Banjo Related Topics."
We hope to see as many of you as can possibly make it - we truly, truly feel we've created a one of a kind event that's hard to beat if you love banjos. Sonny, Cindy and I always try to make the camp better each year and I'm really looking forward to what we've got in store this October with Bill Emerson and Tom Adams mixing it up with Alan Munde, Charlie Cushman, Ned Luberecki, Frank Neat, The Chief and me. Here's all you need to know:
9th Annual NashCamp Sonny Osborne Banjo Camp
October 16-18, 2009 at Camp Marymount, Fairview, TN (near Nashville)
With Sonny Osborne, Bill Emerson, Tom Adams, Charlie Cushman, Alan Munde, Ned Luberecki, Bill Evans & Frank Neat
Be a part of the best bluegrass banjo event in the world! Join Sonny Osborne and some of the world’s greatest players for an unforgettable weekend of group instruction, concerts, jamming and FUN designed for all levels of players, from beginners with one year of playing experience to advanced pickers - and absolutely everyone in between!
Why are we the best? Our emphasis is on music, friendship, fun and great food in a beautiful country setting near Nashville at the height of the fall foliage season. We have the best teachers, the best program of instruction, the absolutely best food, and the most comfortable accommodations and, of course, SONNY OSBORNE! But most importantly, we have the most fun! Bill Emerson and Tom Adams will be at camp on Friday and Saturday and Charlie Cushman will be at camp on Sunday. The other teachers will be at camp for all three days.
Why should you be there? Camp participants are just like you. We all absolutely love the banjo and bluegrass music and we all want to help each other become better players. We welcome young folks and the young at heart, male and female, folks from the city and folks from the country. No matter what your ability level, we guarantee that you will have the time of your life and will learn more banjo than you ever imagined. By the end of the weekend, you’ll also have fifty new lifelong friends.
You’ll be grouped with players at your ability level in small group instruction and you’ll also get to play in jams (including slow jams for beginners) with some of Nashville’s best pickers helping you to sound your best. You’ll also experience a Saturday night teachers concert that you’ll remember for years to come.
Class sessions will cover Scruggs, Reno, Osborne, melodic and single-string styles, banjo set up, playing with others in bands and jams, bluegrass history, working up solos and much more. Our world-famous teachers will explain the secrets of their styles and demonstrate their most popular tunes. Banjo builder and set up expert Frank Neat will be on hand throughout the weekend to help you get your banjo sounding its best. Banjo camp begins at noon on Friday and will wrap up at about 3 p.m. on Sunday. Shuttle service is available to and from the Nashville airport.
Early registration is recommended. $650 tuition includes all activities, meals and lodging. Attendees who sleep off site are welcomed for $475. For more info, visit www.nashcamp.com, email Cindy Sinclair at nashcamp@nashcamp.com or phone 615-952-4040.
www.nativeandfine.com
www.myspace.com/billevansandmeganlynch
www.myspace.com/billevansstringsummit
www.nativeandfinerecords.com
Woolpersteve - Posted - 06/01/2009: 03:49:00
Bill speaks the truth .
Steve
"The Dude abides"
TheChief - Posted - 06/05/2009: 07:39:58
Hey Rick Stern...I meant to ask you how you like your Scout.From all indications I haven't heard anything negative..Blake Williams is playing his every day and hasn't complained. Dana Cupp plays his, and Daniel Grindstaff is getting one next week. We will see.
I was just wondering.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
kathy315 - Posted - 06/05/2009: 12:59:27
You can always bunk with us,Stan..we don't plan on sleeping anyways!
RB3
www.massbluegrass.org
Girls Gone Banjo
TheChief - Posted - 06/05/2009: 14:17:18
Stan I know what it's like when they leave..That's life though.
Kathy comes to the rescue.
Look forward to seeing all of you at camp.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
R.C. Stern - Posted - 06/08/2009: 05:50:17
Sonny,
Sorry for the delay in responding to your question about the Scout. I left the powercord for my computer at a camp (not a music camp!) I was attending and was without the computer for several days. Now I am catching up. I love the Scout. It has a great, bright but full sound, and I like the neck. I was a little worried that it might feel a little clubby compared to the Chiefs. No problem at all. So when it comes to banjos I am one happy and lucky hombre.
In the last week I have been asked three times to put some bluegrass worship services together. Nothing in the last 8 years but 3 times in the last week. Maybe my playing has finally improved. Anyone ever done a bluegrass worship service, beyond just hymns at the appropriate places?
Kathy, I am working on the photo for my profile. Thanks for the suggestion.
Rick
Kent - Posted - 06/17/2009: 10:19:13
It's good to see Tom Adams on the line-up at camp. I thought that he had retired from banjo due to some medical issues. You know how rumors fly.
TheChief - Posted - 06/19/2009: 10:18:36
It is my understanding the rumors are true but Tom has figured a way to work around it. His knowledge would be priceless in my opinion.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
Eastbanjo - Posted - 06/19/2009: 17:03:35
quote:
Originally posted by TheChief
I'll check on the date Kristin got her Chief.
There are a couple new pictures on my web site of Bill Emerson and Kristin....On the front page.
Rob gets an exceptional tone from any banjo. He played number 00 on Del and The Boys album and I don't think it ever sounded that good before or again. Especially on that Motorcycle song..1952 Vincent...man sounds good.
s
Sonny Osborne Banjo Company
chiefbanjo@comcast.net
615-824-0096
web site: www.sonnyosborne.com
"IN GOD WE TRUST"
Sonny,
Was the 00 your personal chief banjo?
Did Rob borrow your chief for the del and the boys vincent 52 recording?
Thanks
Tyler8 - Posted - 06/19/2009: 18:20:23
I agree with the Chief, even if Tom can't play a lick on the banjo at all (I'm sure he can still manage some -- probably better than most of us), what he KNOWS about playing the banjo, arranging tunes, and backing up other instruments will indeed be priceless.
I, for one, am glad I have my reservation in for this years NashCamp already.
Tyler
lethegoodtimesroll - Posted - 06/21/2009: 10:32:40
I saw the Grascals this weekend...Kristen Benson..was excellent and the Chief sounded wonderful...Mrs benson is definitley a "cut above the rest"....They call her Girl Scruggs.
Fortancient - Posted - 06/22/2009: 12:49:18
I did not get close to the stage Saturday at Bean Blossom but whatever banjo Dana Cupp was playing was punching throught he mix somthin fierce!!
I wanna hear Tennesse Stud on one of these Chiefs so bad I can't stand it! Bobby and the Boys are playing close to me in a couple of weeks so I wil lhave another chance.
Don Miller
Powerbawl Redbone Kennels
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