SuzukHammer
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I went to the first day held yesterday in Bangkok. My participation was limited because I have a new 6 month old and it was so hot yesterday, we had to take the baby inside for airconditioning and then home to make sure he didn't get sick.
Here is my boy playing on my KWave.
I met and introduced myself to several folks of interest:
Mainland Mike and his wife Tookta,
Joe and Kristen Souza
Aldrine
Eric Devine
Kimo Hussey
and others from UU - too many to remember.
Some observations.
All nice people.
Shaking hands with Kimo - that gentleman has strong ukulele hands. I had noticed my hands are strong in that webbing between the index finger and the thumb; but, Kimo's was one of the strongest hands I have ever shook hands with. He reminded me of my dad, the way he is - very comfortable and relaxed.
Joe and Kristen Souza (Kanilea) really looked like they enjoy their life. Joe sang and hit some real high notes and sustained those notes in some hawaiian songs he played with Aldrine and Salvador ( I space his name right now). Kristen also provided some hula dancing which she did with great grace. I had just bought my signature Aldrine Guerrero uke from Kanilea so it was nice to meet the makers.
Speaking of which, Aldrine came by to chat. He played my Kwave and didn't slobber on it like my son. I promised to make a sound sample once I have the signature AG in my hands. Aldrine has lost lots of weight. I didn't recognize him at first when he was playing with Joe Souza. Thanks for coming by Aldrine. I know you were busy.
Mike Hater and his wife, Tookta- (Mainland Ukes) Just the best easy going people. I suggested Mike take a 2 hour foot massage. I hope he does that.
Eric Devine. I expect most luthiers to be older retired gentlemen - kinda like a shed hermit troll. Eric is like a superhero Captain America sorta guy. He's young and just kinda glides on the ground. I wanted to take a picture of him with me and my baby cause the uke I will be buying from him is the family heirloom for my baby. Its so hot that I don't think we can muster taking the baby again and risking dehydration. Maybe Eric can use one of the photos to add to the Devine label in the soundhole.
I made sure to tell some of the folks there about UWC. SOme of them said they wanted to go.
Here is my boy playing on my KWave.
I met and introduced myself to several folks of interest:
Mainland Mike and his wife Tookta,
Joe and Kristen Souza
Aldrine
Eric Devine
Kimo Hussey
and others from UU - too many to remember.
Some observations.
All nice people.
Shaking hands with Kimo - that gentleman has strong ukulele hands. I had noticed my hands are strong in that webbing between the index finger and the thumb; but, Kimo's was one of the strongest hands I have ever shook hands with. He reminded me of my dad, the way he is - very comfortable and relaxed.
Joe and Kristen Souza (Kanilea) really looked like they enjoy their life. Joe sang and hit some real high notes and sustained those notes in some hawaiian songs he played with Aldrine and Salvador ( I space his name right now). Kristen also provided some hula dancing which she did with great grace. I had just bought my signature Aldrine Guerrero uke from Kanilea so it was nice to meet the makers.
Speaking of which, Aldrine came by to chat. He played my Kwave and didn't slobber on it like my son. I promised to make a sound sample once I have the signature AG in my hands. Aldrine has lost lots of weight. I didn't recognize him at first when he was playing with Joe Souza. Thanks for coming by Aldrine. I know you were busy.
Mike Hater and his wife, Tookta- (Mainland Ukes) Just the best easy going people. I suggested Mike take a 2 hour foot massage. I hope he does that.
Eric Devine. I expect most luthiers to be older retired gentlemen - kinda like a shed hermit troll. Eric is like a superhero Captain America sorta guy. He's young and just kinda glides on the ground. I wanted to take a picture of him with me and my baby cause the uke I will be buying from him is the family heirloom for my baby. Its so hot that I don't think we can muster taking the baby again and risking dehydration. Maybe Eric can use one of the photos to add to the Devine label in the soundhole.
I made sure to tell some of the folks there about UWC. SOme of them said they wanted to go.