Just want to intro myself first. Hi Sensei Joe, and to everyone else, Im David Ford (well Ford is my online lastname LOL) Im 39 from Boston Mass. I was an EMT, worked for the State Police as a help unit, and now I currently transport handicapped children to a special school in Brighton (love this job as the kids are awsome)
Long story short, Ive been playing guitar since I was six. Never got a lesson (although we could afford it) Using MTV when it was real taught me alot. But when I was 30-ish, I was told by someone, my stuff was old" I knew chords but couldnt sing. So I gave up playing for about 5 years.
My REAL friend got p'd off when he found out I didnt play anymore. After twisting my arm, I went searching my Dads place for my old guitar. I taught my friend a few things, but got bored myself. I cant sing, no band, nothing to play through.
Thats when Iearned of a "Joe Satriani" I heard of him, but not once did I listen. Well, technology sent me to youtube. I found a bunch of songs, and damn near fell off the seat. He plays music WITHOUT singing. And, it rocked.Is THIS what I was supposed to do?? Instrumental Rock?? Lets put it this way, Maybe a total of 11 hours a day, including sleeping, Im not playing guitar. For the last year, I have made songs, written music, making new friends. The music world has changed ALL because of Joe Satriani.
You will hear names such as, Master Joe, or Sensei Satriani. This is for a few reasons. 1, for re-inventing music as far as Im concerned. 2, opening my eyes, and giving me drive. 3, For treating people, fans etc, with the most respect than ANY famous person. Being down to earth and teaching (as thats what you do) fans etc online etc. Ive never met a "Real" teacher as Master Joe has shown. 4, Music that gets the brain in motion. I just love writting. When ever I do a project, I have another along with it. Its so my mind takes a break LOL. 5, Just making the most kick-ass songs in the world. YAAA!!!! LOL
Master Joe, I thank you for ALL that you have done for the music world. All these years of not knowing you, VS the 2 years of knowing you are totally different. I went nowhere without hearing you, and had to be the most boring. 2 years of knowing you has to be the best fun. Look at my youtube channel!! I even wrote a tune called "Planet Joe" HAHAHHA. I had my girlfriend do the stewardess voice as we take a trip to a world of Joe Satriani. I cant wait to finalize that tune.
Anyway, I again, want to thank you Sensei Joe. Your even a teacher miles away. Would not be playing again if it wasnt for you. When everyone gets a chance, check out my channel on youtunbe. Add me, I wont bite. I know Im a good guy and friendly to all. Thanks again
Dave
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/DaveFordMusic?feature=mhum