That's really cool, Don. Jerry Douglas, for my money, is the best dobro player to ever walk into a recording studio. I friend of mine, John Heinrich, rates #2 in my book. I've never had the opportunity to run into Tommy Emmanuel. I hear he's quite an animated guy.

I don't say much about it, but I had the wonderful opportunity for our band to either open for (me on lead guitar in the band) or play behind several really big name country music stars of the 1960s and 1970s, and a few others after that. I'll mention just one (the one I'm most proud of) as I don't want to come across as a name dropper. I backed up Ray Price (played in his band) on two different occasions when he performed in St. Charles, Missouri.

Anyway, thanks for bringing attention to Richard Smith for those who may not have been familiar with him. As you mentioned, he's one of the very few CGPs in the world. And he's still relatively young. Your comment about having outlived most of your guitar player friends made me smile for a couple of reasons. First, we're so danged tickled to have you on our forums with your wonderful compositions and, second, your insight into the country music industry. Also, I can say the same! I'll be 72 in March. Jimmy Capps is about the only major picker whom I've had any contact with who's still alive and active in the business.

Wishing you everything good.

Alan & Di

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