Don Ross appreciation thread!

BigM555 · 04-23-2007, 12:37 PM

Well, with a brand new forum I just had to plug the local talent.

Don Ross, while he doesn't play 7 strings exclusively, he does posses a custom Oskar Graf.

He is the only fingerstyle guitarist to have won the Winfield competition twice.

Has a style similar to Michael Hedges or Andy McKee for those who are not familiar with him.

He tours pretty extensively (especially in Europe). If you ever get the chance to see him live it is well worth the price of addmission. He'll change your view of acoustic guitar music.

For CD's Passion Session is highly recommended.

Edit:
Okay: Getting no replies here so I'll throw ya a video ya lazy hooligans;
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ybK1gt3TZ8M

distressed_romeo · 04-25-2007, 11:36 AM

Wow! Great stuff!

Sorry, I was planning on checking him out when I initially saw this thread, but hadn't gotten round to it.

eleven59 · 04-25-2007, 11:38 AM

Been a huge fan for years, saw him live a couple times, and had him visit my class last year for a Q&A/performance that was incredible. Just him and his guitar. And he's about the nicest guy possible.

TheReal7 · 04-25-2007, 11:48 AM

Yes.... great thread!

eleven59 · 04-25-2007, 12:05 PM

My favourite Don Ross vids on Youtube:

Afraid To Dance:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=PsgKVkTVX_E
and
http://youtube.com/watch?v=MAOBIEnDsYY

Klimbim:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=uADkFy7DZXY

Berkley Springs:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1B9Lce4kOQ

This Dragon Won't Sleep:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqmykFz3Gjg

First Ride:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DcANgDWv2g

Also, if anyone has a copy of "Any Colour But Blue" (album or live version, both are incredible), let me know. It's one of my favourite songs of all time, and shows off that he's a great singer too.

BigM555 · 04-25-2007, 01:58 PM

Whew! Saved by the bell...

Finally!! The Rosster is getting some props! I was just about to dig up this thread with a "You guyz suck

" bump.

Quote:

Originally Posted by eleven59

Been a huge fan for years, saw him live a couple times, and had him visit my class last year for a Q&A/performance that was incredible. Just him and his guitar. And he's about the nicest guy possible.

I actually went to his place for the Cannington Guitar Weekend he holds at his house. Yes, very very nice guy (if not a little scripted in his performance....I've seen the schtick many times now

).

You learn the definition of intimidation when you're prompted to play one of the man's own tunes while he's sitting next to you at one of the "casual jams" during the evening and he so eloquently starts playing the fiddle parts on slide dobro! Something I'll never forget. I have great respect for his talent.

Quote:

Originally Posted by eleven59

Also, if anyone has a copy of "Any Colour But Blue" (album or live version, both are incredible), let me know. It's one of my favourite songs of all time, and shows off that he's a great singer too.

Great post with the other videos. I didn't want to go overboard.

.

I'm sure I have Any Color But Blue around somewhere but not in video if that's what you're looking for. Are you aware that song was written in response to a friendly challenge?

Durero · 04-25-2007, 03:21 PM

Great player!

Met him at a clinic he gave here years ago - definitely one of the nicest people I've met

eleven59 · 04-25-2007, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigM555

I'm sure I have Any Color But Blue around somewhere but not in video if that's what you're looking for. Are you aware that song was written in response to a friendly challenge?

Nah, MP3's what I'm looking for, CD quality.

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04-23-2007, 12:37 PM	#1 (permalink)
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eleven59 Terrorhorse Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Posts: 6,708 Real Name: Aaron Main Seven: Schecter Hellraiser C7 Rig: Line6 Flextone II HD Thanked: 96	My favourite Don Ross vids on Youtube: Afraid To Dance: http://youtube.com/watch?v=PsgKVkTVX_E and http://youtube.com/watch?v=MAOBIEnDsYY Klimbim: http://youtube.com/watch?v=uADkFy7DZXY Berkley Springs: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1B9Lce4kOQ This Dragon Won't Sleep: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqmykFz3Gjg First Ride: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DcANgDWv2g Also, if anyone has a copy of "Any Colour But Blue" (album or live version, both are incredible), let me know. It's one of my favourite songs of all time, and shows off that he's a great singer too. Last edited by eleven59; 04-25-2007 at 12:06 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost

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