Toronto Ont. GTG...... - Page 3

Nick901 · #41 11-02-2011, 05:06 PM

The New England GTG on Nov 5th is running from 11am to 6pm. I don't think we'll get the 40 person count that they are getting. I'm hoping we'll get at least 25 so maybe we could do 11am to 4pm?
If someone is able to contact the music stores & schools perhaps they would put up a poster promoting the GTG. Maybe a music store would even sponser the event?

Nick901 · #42 11-07-2011, 07:11 AM

Have a look at the NE GTG thread. Seems like it was a big hit. No reason why a Toronto GTG wouldn't be as successful. They had bassists driving 3 hours to be there.
New England FALL 2011 GTG - Save the Date! November 5, 2011

Nick901 · #43 11-08-2011, 04:00 PM

This would suit any bassist in Southern Ontario. Can we get a show of hands?

Basically Bob · #44 11-09-2011, 09:41 AM

Well, I am new to the TB world and would really be interested in attending a GTG. I won't be able to attend in January but would be able to work with the March 24 date brought forward on page 2. It would be awesome to hook up with some other bass players and check out some gear/rig options. I am particularly interested in Steve's TC 112 and other smaller rigs.

I sure don't expect the group to move based on my preference.

If the timing works out, I will definitely be there.

Bob

Nick901 · #45 11-11-2011, 06:18 PM

Anyone else from Southern Ontario / GTA interested in a January GTG?

Northern Pike · #46 11-11-2011, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick901

This would suit any bassist in Southern Ontario. Can we get a show of hands?

South of Hwy, 7 maybe... For the rest of us, that's WINTER!!

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We will remember them.

Nick901 · #47 11-12-2011, 04:48 AM

We're talking about downtown Toronto. You in?

the_hook · #48 11-12-2011, 07:30 AM

What I'll do today is book Saturday, January 14 from 2pm - 6pm at Cherry Street Studios (33 Viliers Street). It's in downtown TO off of Lakeshore Blvd. (right off the DVP).

Our last 2 GTG were 3 hours so 4 hours should be more than enough time to try out gear, talk, learn technique, stories, and play tunes.

I tend to be the one taking all the pictures and video so I'll bring my gear for that.

What would help is that people confirm they are going. The last one we did had around a dozen guys show up.

Nick901 · #49 11-12-2011, 07:40 AM

Sounds good. I'm marking Jan 14th in my calendar. Once you book Cherry Street, why don't you start a list of everyone that says they'll attend. Good way to keep track and maybe get more interest.
1) the_hook
2) Nick901

BassGen · #50 11-12-2011, 02:11 PM

Wish I could, but sorry I have a schedule conflict.

davidAaronCarte · #51 11-12-2011, 02:39 PM

Sounds like a good hang, I'll come out

Northern Pike · #52 11-13-2011, 10:03 PM

My experience has shown that if you want to book an event that working musicians will attend, you had best book a Sunday afternoon. Don't you guys play gigs Saturday nights?

davidAaronCarte · #53 11-13-2011, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Northern Pike

My experience has shown that if you want to book an event that working musicians will attend, you had best book a Sunday afternoon. Don't you guys play gigs Saturday nights?

Then you get into the nightmare that is Sunday afternoon brunch gigs

But yeah, you have a good point

Northern Pike · #54 11-13-2011, 10:17 PM

I get some Sunday afternoon gigs, but a lot more Saturday night gigs. I'm old. I don't like showing up pooped out after an afternoon of frivolity. If its paying frivolity, No Problem. :^)

Nick901 · #55 11-14-2011, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Northern Pike

My experience has shown that if you want to book an event that working musicians will attend, you had best book a Sunday afternoon. Don't you guys play gigs Saturday nights?

You do make a good point but let me refer you to the very successful New England GTG:
New England FALL 2011 GTG - Save the Date! November 5, 2011
If people drive in from a distance, Sunday might not be the best either.
Anyone else with thoughts on this?

the_hook · #56 11-16-2011, 09:55 AM

Saturday works better for me. If enough people can make it out I'll keep the booking.

Nick901 · #57 11-16-2011, 11:07 AM

Do you think it would be better to make it 11:00 - 3:00 or 12:00 - 4:00? Would more people be able to attend?

The current list:
1) the_hook
2) Nick901
3) davidAaronCarte

the_hook · #58 11-16-2011, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick901

Do you think it would be better to make it 11:00 - 3:00 or 12:00 - 4:00? Would more people be able to attend?

The current list:
1) the_hook
2) Nick901
3) davidAaronCarte

12:00 to 4:00 would be nice.

Fishheadjoe · #59 11-16-2011, 12:21 PM

Well, if I 'm not ice fishin that day, I'll give'er the ole college try... I desparately need someone to make fun of my new RIC! LMAO!
Fishheadjoe

deb · #60 11-16-2011, 12:42 PM

I'd be in for Jan 14th 12:00 - 4:00 PM.

I have a fEARful 15/6/1 cab and a Crown XLS1500/channel strip setup which I'll probably bring.