Back in the 20th century, when smoking was still allowed in bars, Bradley’s had a large machine that supposedly reduced the amount of smoke in the air. It was at the end of the bar, across from the piano, and it made a very low-pitched hum, not loud enough to interfere when the musicians were playing.
I was standing at that end of the bar one night, and between sets so was Ron. He cocked his head, listened to the hum for a moment, and said, “A flat.” Then he walked over to the piano, and hit the lowest A-flat. Of course, he had nailed it.
I'm looking forward to reading the book Todd. Thanks for spreading the word. I have the cd version of the Wes Montgomery recording "Smokin' In Seattle", and Ron provided some wonderful reminisces in the liner notes (I believe his nickname at the time was "Bounce"). He mentions how Wes lent him the keys to Wes' Cadillac when he (Ron) had offered to drive a young lady home that he had met at the club. I can only imagine what amazing stories are in the book. Thanks for sharing and all the best.
Back in the 20th century, when smoking was still allowed in bars, Bradley’s had a large machine that supposedly reduced the amount of smoke in the air. It was at the end of the bar, across from the piano, and it made a very low-pitched hum, not loud enough to interfere when the musicians were playing.
I was standing at that end of the bar one night, and between sets so was Ron. He cocked his head, listened to the hum for a moment, and said, “A flat.” Then he walked over to the piano, and hit the lowest A-flat. Of course, he had nailed it.
“Bass players,” he said.
as always, thanks for sharing !🎶🎶
I'm looking forward to reading the book Todd. Thanks for spreading the word. I have the cd version of the Wes Montgomery recording "Smokin' In Seattle", and Ron provided some wonderful reminisces in the liner notes (I believe his nickname at the time was "Bounce"). He mentions how Wes lent him the keys to Wes' Cadillac when he (Ron) had offered to drive a young lady home that he had met at the club. I can only imagine what amazing stories are in the book. Thanks for sharing and all the best.