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(My first recording! This is the intro from ELP's From the Beginning.)

Here's some more of my crude recordings:

Mood For A Day - Steve Howe
A one-take recording...a little rough, but it's getting there! 7-9-2000

This steel-stringed acoustic was my first guitar. I had wanted to teach myself to play ever since college where my roommate, Mark, a guitarist, interested me in the guitar. I chose the Alvarez because I found it in a local music shop as part of a beginner's kit. It included everything you need to start out with: picks, a tuner, strap, bag, polish, extra strings, and great sounding guitar for around $200. I considered this to be a minimal investment to see if my new hobby would stick. It has.

Almost any guitarist will tell you to begin on an acoustic and forego an electric until you've mastered the "proper" technique. I can't say I mastered anything before I broke down and purchased this beauty. It's a signature Joe Satriani model JS-100 in transparent red. It is a sight to behold. I'm not worthy to play this, but I'm working at it. I plug into a Crate GFX-30 amp to wake the neighbors.

Since my little hobby quickly became a legitimate addiction, I needed a way to satisfy my cravings on the road. This Martin Backpacker provided the relief I needed. This great little guitar is perfect for travelling. I have already taken it on many trips -- including a trip to Japan. For about $150, you can't go wrong. It comes complete with a great little carrying case.

At the low end of the Ovation line, there is the Celebrity series of guitars. This shallow body acoustic-electric isn't your ordinary guitar. The unique design makes it a pleasure to play. Robert Fripp, guitarist of King Crimson, swears by these and I understand why. I thought about making this my first guitar, but I held off. No more waiting. Mine is actually black like Bob's.

I have the Martin Backpacker for the road, but as nice as it is, it's hard to really jam with it. Enter the Fernandes Nomad Deluxe. This little gem has an amp, speaker, and 24-effects processor built into the body! Pop a 9-Volt battery in, and you're good to go!

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Mood For A Day - Steve Howe	A one-take recording...a little rough, but it's getting there! 7-9-2000

	This steel-stringed acoustic was my first guitar. I had wanted to teach myself to play ever since college where my roommate, Mark, a guitarist, interested me in the guitar. I chose the Alvarez because I found it in a local music shop as part of a beginner's kit. It included everything you need to start out with: picks, a tuner, strap, bag, polish, extra strings, and great sounding guitar for around $200. I considered this to be a minimal investment to see if my new hobby would stick. It has.

	Almost any guitarist will tell you to begin on an acoustic and forego an electric until you've mastered the "proper" technique. I can't say I mastered anything before I broke down and purchased this beauty. It's a signature Joe Satriani model JS-100 in transparent red. It is a sight to behold. I'm not worthy to play this, but I'm working at it. I plug into a Crate GFX-30 amp to wake the neighbors.

	Since my little hobby quickly became a legitimate addiction, I needed a way to satisfy my cravings on the road. This Martin Backpacker provided the relief I needed. This great little guitar is perfect for travelling. I have already taken it on many trips -- including a trip to Japan. For about $150, you can't go wrong. It comes complete with a great little carrying case.

	At the low end of the Ovation line, there is the Celebrity series of guitars. This shallow body acoustic-electric isn't your ordinary guitar. The unique design makes it a pleasure to play. Robert Fripp, guitarist of King Crimson, swears by these and I understand why. I thought about making this my first guitar, but I held off. No more waiting. Mine is actually black like Bob's.

	I have the Martin Backpacker for the road, but as nice as it is, it's hard to really jam with it. Enter the Fernandes Nomad Deluxe. This little gem has an amp, speaker, and 24-effects processor built into the body! Pop a 9-Volt battery in, and you're good to go!