Originally posted by Dnj:
I wonder how Bobby came to use the T2 for the ballpark gig?
I bet he visited the Phoenix music store where Manuel works to play the T2 for himself.
Originally posted by MrEd:
Scott Yee, are you close to the ballpark?
Send Bob Freeman, the organist, your card, in case he needs backup 
Ed: Thanks

for the plug, but not only is Phoenix 800+ miles from where I live (San Francisco), but I'm afraid I'd not be remotely qualified to fill in for the incomprable organist extraordinaire Bob Freeman, especially because I've absolutely no background or experience as an 'organist'. On the other hand, because I play piano, perhaps I could convince them to let me fill in for an Elton John concert there. (just kidding)
Originally posted by Tappas:
Manuel is the undisputed local Arranger Guru in Arizona. Bobby found himself the best tutor to make the Tyros 2 shine.
Hi Tappas. I concur. With our buddy, Manuel Dorantes' excellent teaching credentials & arranger keyboard expertise, Bob Freeman will certainly be a wonderful USA ambassador to showcase the sound of Yamaha Tyros2 to thousands of baseball fans worldwide each day. Ok, your Diamondbacks are at/near the top in the MLB standings right now, so Yamaha Tyros2 makes the perfect winning match; but just you wait till your team arrives next week to meet our "Giants" on 'our' home turf: San Francisco

Ok, back on topic: Not only is Manuel a terrific organ- keyboard musician & technical expert, but like you Tappas, one of the 'nicest guys' in the business, and I feel privilidged to have developed personal friendships with. This Synthzone forum has provided the opportunity (for the 1st time) a chance for us arranger keyboardists worldwide to come together to develop lasting friendships with. I could never imagine this possibility before the age of the internet & Skype. Thank you Nigel & Synthzone.
Mr. Manuel Dorantes plays the Tyros2 & Korg PA80:
Scott

[This message has been edited by Scottyee (edited 08-18-2006).]