Hello once again to Tidbits, my monthly newsletter. As usual you will find word puzzles, party tips, playing tips, all the latest news and info, calendar of shows, and of course a free download.

August was another busy month giving lessons, working on books, composing new songs, preparing for and playing shows. I was also fortunate enough to be in attendance at the Rush concert in Salt Lake City early in the month. It was a great show, as all of their shows always are. While it may not always be so apparent in my music, Rush is a big influence on my music and my life.

My show at the Gallivan Center on Friday the thirteenth went extremely well. Some shows seem to be flawless, where everything seems to go just as planned, this was one of those shows. The crowd, while a bit smaller than usual for the venue, was very enthusiastic, and appreciative.

The last two shows at the Gallivan Center were filmed by a fan using a small hand held camera. I have been given access to these files, while the recording and audio are not the best, I will be posting several clips from these shows in the near future. You will be able to find them right here in Tidbits.

Work on the new album is proceeding slowly, nothing really new last month, just tweaking some of the new songs. The instructional books received some work last month, I wrote a couple more etudes, and worked on the arrangement and layout of the book. I am still hopeful book one will be done by the first of the year.

For those planning on attending the Utah State Fair this year, I will be performing twice on the South Plaza Stage, so plan to attend the fair on one my performance days and check out my show.

I am eagerly awaiting the start of the NFL season, I am hoping for a year full of excitement, unpredictability and some great football.

As I mentioned several months ago I am considering redesigning this newsletter, my thoughts are to get rid of the puzzles and tips sections, leaving only what's new, shows, download, and archives. I have heard thoughts from a few people, but would like more input, so please feel free to send me an e-mail and give me your thoughts. Should you wish to do this anonymously you can use the feedback form, this sends in your comments without showing your e-mail address or any other information other than what you provide. Either way I am curious to hear what your thoughts are.

I thank you for reading this months edition of Tidbits and I invite you back again next month.

Happy Labor Day!

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