These are the guestbook entries for January - March 2010.

THE book is out! Go to... www.tonyricestory.com/ I've already ordered my autographed copy. I'm really looking forward to reading it... Doug Broomfield, CO. - Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 22:53:27 (EDT) Mr. Rice Sir: At the lowest point in my young life, God introduced me to your music. Thanks for being a faithful servant of your intuition and thank you for being my hero! Peace and Love Brother! Mackey Rich Eureka , CA - Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 09:16:40 (EDT) Huge fan since 1987. When will you come to the West Coast? Would love to see a concert. Joan Medeiros Sacramento, CA - Friday, March 19, 2010 at 13:54:33 (EDT) Tony - I appreciate your music very much. Your a Inspiration to my music. thank you ! Pete Stinchfield Peter Stinchfield Reading, Ma - Wednesday, March 03, 2010 at 21:41:59 (EST) Tony, I've been a fan of yours for many years, I love what you did with our Gordon Lightfoot's songs. Come to Canada buddy! we would love to see you live! Ray Ireland Havelock, On - Wednesday, March 03, 2010 at 15:33:25 (EST) Tony, What an inspiration you've been to us guitar nuts!! I'd been a rock guitarist from the 60's and got turned on to you by a bluegrass friend. We were helping w/stage setup @ Festival in Cowtown, NJ. Backstage during concert, you broke the E string on "the Bone", which I offered to help change for you. You said " I got it" and we're back on stage within 3 minutes! I almost had my hands on that "sweet thang." HaHa . God bles you man, you ARE the Best!!! John Pepitone Bear, DE - Wednesday, March 03, 2010 at 01:04:30 (EST) Just a note to say hello to Tony and his wife Pam. If she would like to call me. I would love to hear from her. 704-506-9832 Brenda Brenda Craddock Cornell York, SC - Tuesday, March 02, 2010 at 18:47:13 (EST) Nice site, like your music. You've got nothing to worry about spambots tho, here: kelvin_flats@yahoo.co.uk Pete - Tuesday, March 02, 2010 at 15:42:31 (EST) I first saw you at Grandview Pier in Hampton VA in March of 1989. I was blown away, especially when you broke a string during Me and My Guitar which then ran to about 23 minutes. I can't say enough how your music influenced me and how I love it. Now, if we could only get you to the Seattle area once in a while. All the best. You are most awesome! Scott Clausen Sequim, WA - Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 19:05:40 (EST) What can i say, your music blows my mind a away and im greatful I found it. Matte Uppsala, - Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 13:11:45 (EST) Dear Tony, I have all or almost all of your music on cd and love all of it. My heart aches for you loss of singing ability from dysphonia. I was reading an old Reader's Digest story about the Dilbert cartoon creator, I think his name is Scott Adams. He also had dysphonia but was able to overcome it. You probably know all about his story. I am sorry that I do not have the Reader's Digest copy with me right now or elso I would tell you which one it is. I have it in my car though. How can I get the article to you? Maybe you've already seen it. Jim Busch Minnesota - Monday, February 22, 2010 at 14:20:26 (EST) My husband listens to your work and now I see why! Your are incredible! Kate - Sunday, February 21, 2010 at 15:51:43 (EST) You are an amazing Guitarist!! Thanks for the site. Mikeroche99@gmail.com Mike Roche Bellview, - Saturday, February 20, 2010 at 21:48:33 (EST) The only album I have by you is "California Autumn". But don't get me wrong, I still think that you're a darn good guitarist! Alyson Columbus, MS - Friday, February 12, 2010 at 23:06:15 (EST) Heartfelt greetings to you Tony! My first exposure to your wonderful talent was while watching the DVD filmed at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival titled: Bluegrass Journey. You played Shenandoah. I've never heard music as beautiful. Thank you for traveling the country and playing your guitar for us. I live in central New York (farm land and wine country) and would welcome your visit to Ithaca. We have a large down-to-earth community who would appreciate you playing at the State Theater. Please contact Doug Levine(607) 277-8283 ext. 800. John Prine, Lyle Lovett, and John Hiatt sold out the theater. You'll have absolutely no problem either. I am very sorry to hear of your dysphonia disorder. Thank you for continuing to play guitar despite that setback. I am ordering all of your DVD tutorials because I want to support you and to learn as much as possible from such a phenomenal musician. I would love the opportunity to meet you in this lifetime. A friend you haven't met yet, Will itsmediaman (at) yahoo dot com Will Ithaca, NY - Friday, February 12, 2010 at 13:17:35 (EST) I am a asdpiring guitar picker and a bluegrass nut! I have never had the pleasure of hearing you perform in person. We have a very nice Rural Development Center in Somerset,KY and i would lve to see you perform here. You woud definetely pack the house! Jimmy Thompson Somerset, Ky - Friday, February 12, 2010 at 10:57:21 (EST) I Love Your Music & Style> I am also a struggle flat picker. Can you give some clues on you Another Lonesome Morning solo? Pickin' His Way Email: Glorytothee@ourchurch.com Pastor John Nolte Ellison Bay, WI - Tuesday, February 09, 2010 at 08:07:08 (EST) You are simply one of the greatest guitar players of all time! I first saw you live with Peter, Sharon, and Bryn at Merlefest in 06' and your solo on Midnight Moonlight absolutely spoke to me! I was dazzled once again when you and the quartet came to the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago in 07'. Please come back to Chicago sometime...you are phenomenal! Michael Sprehe Chicago, IL - Monday, February 08, 2010 at 18:35:57 (EST) Tony, I love your rendition of Church Street Blues. I must have seen the video on You tube about a hundred times. I hope youll come to MA sometime. If you do, I'll try to get a good crowd together to come listen. Thanks! Charles Charles Garnett North Attleboro, MA - Monday, February 08, 2010 at 17:35:36 (EST) HI, Several years ago I took lessons from Mr. Clarence Greene. What a great teacher! The year you played at the Bluegrass Festival in Lenoir, NC( probably 1994-96 somewhere in there) Clarence gave me a backstage pass so I could meet you! I was so nervous to meet such a wonderful musician that I couldn't get up the courage to knock on the door to the room where you were before the concert. Lord, how I have kicked myself for that through the years! I hope to see you perform when you come to Morganton, NC in July! I dare not put my email address on here but I would still love to meet you if it is ever possible! C. Cook Chonda Cook Lenoir, NC - Saturday, February 06, 2010 at 16:06:03 (EST) Thanks Tony for all the years of great music. I grew up hearing Bluegrass but didn't much care for it until I saw you at the benefit for The Nashville Bluegrass Band, a night that changed my life. Again thanks for being the talent you are and I wish for you many many more happy years. Ed Brock Woodbury, Tn - Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 16:29:04 (EST) Tony, looking forward to the sevierville festival this year. My late husband, Shannon Patterson, picked with you years ago in Nashville at SPBGMA and at the downhome in Johnson City. We were big fans. Shannon passed on when our son, Hunter was only 2 years old. Although he never saw his father play, the boy can smoke some strings at age ten and he's a big fan. He continues to play bluegrass (rice style)with his cousin, Jed Patterson, and my uncle (his teacher), Igeary Pearcy. We hope that if we make it down there, you could possibly sign his martin--keep pickin! Deanna Patterson Deanna Patterson Church Hill, TN - Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 15:00:34 (EST) With your music playing (the whole deal, pickin, singin , songs, arrangements etc) my darlin and I fell in love with each other and have been married 25 years in June 2010. So thank you for our wonderful start. I was wondering if you still have the Black and White pic of your old guitar headstock, pick, and the cobwebs are on the tuners.... after you played a whole set on Grandfather Mountain a long time ago ??? That pic was the best on I ever took. Wyatt told me once you kept it on the "stereo".. I was just wondering. Patty Brookbank pattyjocline@hotmail.com Dave and Patty Brookbank Jamestown, NC - Sunday, January 31, 2010 at 21:57:55 (EST) An avid fan of you, The Unit and your variety of bluegrass/jazz music for more than 30 years. Seen live shows in NC, MO, GA, WA, TN, KY, SC, and more----I now live in Houston area and wondered if you have any plans to play down here? John John Wilson The Woodlands, TX - Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 15:39:07 (EST) Awesome show last night in Tuscaloosa! Thanks for the great music. Ben Koopman birmingham, al - Friday, January 22, 2010 at 14:11:58 (EST) Hi Tony, nice site Daniel Ford - Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 12:33:52 (EST) We just saw the Tony Rice Unit at the Forum in Harrisburg. It was one of my all-time favorite live shows, and that's saying a lot. Every musician was superb, and everybody fit together perfectly. I especially noticed how solid the groove was throughout the set. If you record an album with that group of artists, I promise I will buy several (and not just one song for 99 cents!). Thank you -- all of you -- for such a stellar performance. The show was poorly promoted. It was pure luck that we found out about it at all. That's why there weren't more people. There's no doubt that if the show had been promoted properly you would have seen many more faces in the crowd! Gwen Port Matilda, PA - Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 20:10:26 (EST) Hey Tony My Name Is Ryan Im 14 Years Old I Just Love Your Voice But Most Of All I Love That Martin And Your Santa Cruz Ive Studied Your Work For Years Now I Have A 1968 Gibson J-45 It Would Mean Alot If You Emailed Me Sometime My Email Is mullins_1501@yahoo.com Hope To Hear From You Your Friend Ryan Michael Ryan Mullins Haysi, VA - Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 19:55:15 (EST) Tony My wife and I came to see you and the Unit at Ram's Head on Friday. What a great show. I've seen you many times and get reminded every time that no music compares to the blend of jazz and bluegrass that you have mastered. Opening with a "few of my favorite things" was brilliant. And it's great to hear the true standards as well. Don't hesitate to keep playing great gems like "John Wilkes Booth"! God Bless you Tony and don't be a stranger in Maryland. Jeff Phillips Jeff Phillips Annapolis, MD - Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at 11:00:35 (EST) My name is Jachin Charley, I am form India. I am serving the Lord as an Evangelist and helping the poor. I have started Jesus Gospel Ministry. Please pray for us. Please visit our website http://www.jgmindia.webs.com Pastor Jachin Charley Narsapur, Andhra Pradesh - Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at 10:46:55 (EST) I thank you for your contributions to music and to my small corner of the world. I am certainly a better person having been able to experience your gifts. Every facet, every note is cherished between my wife, our 6 month old daughter and me. Again, many thanks and we hope to see you really soon! Jordan Burris Nashville, TN - Sunday, January 17, 2010 at 01:51:51 (EST) Tony, Hope this email finds you doing well. Every day of Life is a Gift from GOD. You take care My Friend. Keep on playing, your music reachs ALL peoples. We Love You. Rodger Rodger Ward San Antonio, TX - Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 15:24:53 (EST) On Tuesday, 20 December 2005, Casey Harris signed your guest book and requested that you email her then boyfriend Caleb Tibbitts. She stated that he was your biggest fan. I don't know if you were able to grant her request, but today, with a heavy heart, I am here to tell you that this young man who was so inspired by you and so loved across our county, has passed away at the age of 21 as a result of a horrible auto accident. This young man was humble and sweet and placed all his faith in the Good Lord above. Many of the stylings of beautiful music that Caleb made with his brother and cousins in a group known as Papa's Prayer was influenced by his love of your music. In the Burnt Hickory community of Dallas, GA, today lost not only a wonderful and loving son, brother, cousin, and friend, but an extraordinarily talented musician and singer. Please continue to play and sing and inspire other fine young men such as Caleb Maston Tibbitts... LISA PALMER-CABAN DALLAS, GA - Friday, January 15, 2010 at 23:15:41 (EST) Tony, listened to all of your records again these days, you're a terrific player! Eltjo Haselhoff www.eltjohaselhoff.com, - Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 14:13:23 (EST) Hope this year is safe, happy and productive for you and your family. Any idea of a "ballpark" release date for the new biography? Keep pickin!! ;> Jeff Dodson Berea, KY - Sunday, January 10, 2010 at 12:47:15 (EST) Mr.Rice you have influenced my life and I'm glad that I'm not the only one that carries two extra picks in my pocket. CHRIS FLORENCE, AL - Sunday, January 10, 2010 at 10:57:51 (EST) Hi Tony, I've seen you live 5 times and, as a fellow guitar player, am constantly amazed at your creativity, timing, speed, and tone. I'm looking forward to any new music from you. With Humble Regards, Joe Joe Hardin Milton, WI - Friday, January 08, 2010 at 17:03:40 (EST) Hey tony i hope u had a good chrismas, and I wish you the best in the new year. You are the reason im so involved with blugrass music today. Im in school right now in kingston and on my spare time I watch your concerts and try to learn what you have created It really is amazing I hope to see u play somtime in the future I now that u dont really come to canada to offten but maybe somtime Ill save enouph mony to see one of your shows.Again best of luck to you and your family in the new year keep it up man yur Amazing :) Steve Wallace renfrew, ont - Thursday, January 07, 2010 at 15:45:20 (EST) I give dictation, but do not actually type my messages. Thereby claiming no responsiblilty for typo or spelling errors contained therein. I am Tony Rice and I approved this message Tony Rice Turtle Island, - Wednesday, January 06, 2010 at 18:17:25 (EST) >><><><><< I would like to Wish four very special people in my life, a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY. +*First my precious and loving wife, Pamela. *My younger brother of 14 years Wyatt. Who,in his own right is an extraordinary guitarist. *My dear freind of many many years, Erle Scruggs, who's contributions to the banjo, and bluegrass music, is for the most part immeasurable. He is also quite the example of a southern gentlemen, I might add. *And looking up toward the old Qualla Boundry way, our handsome young family friend Zane Fairchild. Who is no slouch himself with a flat pick, I might add. I hope all four of you are blessed this day and threw out this comming year. Each of you in your own very special way, have been responsible, for blessing my life in countless ways. So let the celebrations begin. T.R <<<<<>>>>>O<<<<<>>>>> I want to assure all my fans that I am comming here to read all your message's you leave to me. They are a source of comfort and inspiration, most especially in these days when the economy is having such an effect on musicians everywhere and of every genre.. Unfortunately so many great ones are finding themselves temporally out of work, where live show dates are concerned. It will get better. So to my family, fans and friends, thank you all for being who you are to me in my life. May the Holy Creater bless us all this 2010. With Great Respect and Affection, Tony Rice Tony Rice Turtle Island, - Wednesday, January 06, 2010 at 18:02:41 (EST) Wow, i have been watching every video and listening to every recoding of you that i can get my hands on. I was just introduced to Bluegrass 5 yrs ago, and i am amazed at the tones you get. And the way to make the guitar run & dance. Thanks so much for what you have taught me. Dick Bloomington, In - Tuesday, January 05, 2010 at 18:20:25 (EST) Dear Tony: Uh-oh... Another generation afflicted with bluegrass! My three-year-old daughter has heard some of your recordings at home (I've been listening since the days of the David Grisman Quintet), so we explored YouTube, and before you know it, she's asking me for that old Bluegrass All-Star video of you and the usual suspects playing "Freeborn Man" and "Nine-Pound Hammer." Over and over. She's awed by you, and she's in love with Sam Bush. We'd be pleased to see you back in New York sometime soon. Stay well and best wishes from Hope and her daddy. Howard Gotfryd Brooklyn, NY - Monday, January 04, 2010 at 16:28:05 (EST) Please come to Upstate NY - we love ya! Terrt McIntyre Canandaigua, ny - Sunday, January 03, 2010 at 21:07:57 (EST) Happy New Year Tony and family! Hope you had a wonderful Christmas! Christian and Laura Asheville, NC - Friday, January 01, 2010 at 21:07:57 (EST)