geoff_hartwell Posted March 26, 2010 Author Posted March 26, 2010 Hahaha JohnnyB! I use the ones from the hardware store too. Same one my old man shopped at for 35 years! GH
gorch Posted March 26, 2010 Posted March 26, 2010 It seems I missed the collection yesterday due to the Frankfurt music trade fair. I would have loved to step in. Stunning happening. Wow!
mathman Posted March 26, 2010 Posted March 26, 2010 Paul can play. This went quick. If he needs anything else?? Is he into recording on a computer?
carfish7 Posted March 26, 2010 Posted March 26, 2010 I love the crowd reaction in all those vids . The sound of shrieking teenage girls in a familiar one, as I have 2 daughters currently caught up that particular hysteria, but it will obviously have a different significance in young Paulie's world. That kid has a bright future . And chops to boot. Keep up the good work, Geoff!. Thanks to all who helped - this is the kind of thing that makes up for small ills in the world. We do what we can to try and keep the balance, no? HFC is good people. Z
Hamer of the gods Posted March 26, 2010 Posted March 26, 2010 I hope this kid hunts that bully down...and THANKS him!
edgar_allan_poe Posted March 26, 2010 Posted March 26, 2010 Yet another example of why the HFC is the best forum on the internet. Stuff like this make me proud to be affiliated with this place.
specialk Posted March 26, 2010 Posted March 26, 2010 Geoff,Tell Paulie one of the conditions to getting this guitar is that he has to become a member here. Or not.
thecajunboy Posted March 26, 2010 Posted March 26, 2010 Didn't the fine print require a photo of the guitar recipient, in full ear-to-ear with the guitar, to be posted here?As others have said, this is a truly remarkable place. I'm sitting here wondering how this story plays out, and what Paulie's friends think of it when they hear how the HFC lends a helping hand.
carfish7 Posted March 28, 2010 Posted March 28, 2010 Being prone to odd thoughts, I was considering what amount of goodwill mojo might be imparted on this instrument, and how that could further his tuning in with the proper channels to get to that next level of ability and commitment to our shared craft (some of you actually PLAY these things and know of what I speak, I've SEEN it! ). Paulie obviously has some skills, I hope he gets an inspirational boost from this event and I too look forward to hearing updates as we go. Z
straightblues Posted March 30, 2010 Posted March 30, 2010 The guitar has been shipped. It will be arriving to Geoff's house on Wednesday. The kid will be getting shortly thereafter. We had $40 left over and sent it to Dave from Rocketeria and he is putting a care package together. It will include some strings, straplocks and some string cutters. I am sure Geoff will update us later this week. Thanks again for everyone who donated cash.
geoff_hartwell Posted April 1, 2010 Author Posted April 1, 2010 The Eagle has landed and has been very well-prepared with loving care. It's at my teaching space - I haven't opened it yet. Paulie's lesson is on Monday, and I'll post videos ASAP! Geoff
gorch Posted April 1, 2010 Posted April 1, 2010 Now that's going to be a nice Easter Egg. Excellent timing I'd say.
mathman Posted April 1, 2010 Posted April 1, 2010 The Eagle has landed and has been very well-prepared with loving care. It's at my teaching space - I haven't opened it yet. Paulie's lesson is on Monday, and I'll post videos ASAP! Geoff Does he know about it or is it a complete surprise?
geoff_hartwell Posted April 1, 2010 Author Posted April 1, 2010 Yes - He has seen this thread, as of last week. And he has some things to say about it. To be continued... GH
backinit Posted April 10, 2010 Posted April 10, 2010 I missed this thread!!I would like to send some goodies, strings, picks, etc...pm an address to me?
elduave Posted April 10, 2010 Posted April 10, 2010 Back from vacation, care package packed, will ship to Geoff on Monday.
straightblues Posted April 16, 2010 Posted April 16, 2010 Just got an email from Geoff. The kid got the guitar and loves it. He will be getting the care package from Elduave on Monday when he sees Geoff for his lesson. Geoff has some video that he will be posting shortly of the kid playing the guitar. Thanks again to everyone who participated in this. We done good.
straightblues Posted April 23, 2010 Posted April 23, 2010 Here is a link to the boy with the guitar and his message to everyone who contributed. Thanks again. He is a heck of a player. http://www.hamerfanclub.com/forums/index.p...=42190&st=0
LucSulla Posted March 17, 2014 Posted March 17, 2014 When I googled the HFC at the office to go to the forum, the above video popped up as second in the search. It was before my time, but I had to hunt down the back story.Sorry for the zombie bump, but you guys are fucking awesome.
gorch Posted March 17, 2014 Posted March 17, 2014 This was a great story. I still have it in my mind.
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