mountiepicker - Posted - 08/21/2009:  18:23:26

Just wanted to say Hi to everyone. I have been lurking for some time now but thought it was time to say hello. I am a bassoonist and saxophonist originally but I have seen the light and am in absolute love with the banjo and bluegrass. As a high school band director I have the chance to dabble in a lot of different genres. I am so excited to bring bluegrass to my kids.

I look forward to learning from all of you. This is a fantastic place!!

Jason

shootstraighter - Posted - 08/21/2009:  18:29:53

Welcome aboard gald you became a member. There is so much stuff on this site it is hard to believe the wealth of information there is, the people are very friendly and ready to help.

dpeters - Posted - 08/21/2009:  18:59:42

Welcome... I do more lurking than posting too, it's a great site.

Dave

Gibby - Posted - 08/21/2009:  19:12:34

Welcome Jason, the BHO has a lot of great people and a lot of good info. I have got to say you picked a really nice banjo to learn on.

Gibby

Prof - Posted - 08/21/2009:  19:33:37

Welcome! Was curious when I saw your name -- thought perhaps you were a Canadian policeman. You aren't from Mt. Joy, PA are you (check out my last name)?

Dan

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mountiepicker - Posted - 08/21/2009:  20:13:59

Hey Prof. Actually I am a West Virginia Mountaineers graduate and fan, hence the name. I am from Southwestern PA. Nice having a city named after you!

I love my Stelling Crusader. It is fantastic.

I take lessons from Dave Asti. I have had some world class teachers and he definitely ranks up there with them. Very nice guy. I see a lot of people on here emphasizing the importance of a teacher. I absolutely agree. Whether it is an online teacher because you don't have access to one locally or one on one lessons, a good teacher can really get you rolling.

I am so excited about learning banjo!

Jason