Who takes an instrument on the road?

Tennesseahawk · Feb 2, 2010

I'm thinking of getting a silent electric viola, and take it with me to practice. I'd like to hear from others who take a guitar, or other instrument with them; and whether they have reactions from co-drivers or other passersby.

Also, how do you enjoy playing in the truck? Do you think it's worth learning an instrument on the road?

blizzard2014 · Feb 2, 2010

I take my guitar out on the road with me and set up shop at wal-mart with a small amplifier and a little tin cup that I place in front of it. People usually drop a couple quarters in my tin cup on the way out just to get me to turn it off.

CharlesD · Feb 2, 2010

Irish tin whistle and wooden flute. I played in a band for a few years, so I'm not that bad. I've never heard any complaints yet.

truckblue · Feb 2, 2010

I'm heading back out next week and will be bringing my digital keyboard. At least no one will be telling me to "Turn it down"

Jefferson3000 · Feb 2, 2010

Tennesseahawk said:
I'm thinking of getting a silent electric viola, and take it with me to practice. I'd like to hear from others who take a guitar, or other instrument with them; and whether they have reactions from co-drivers or other passersby.

Also, how do you enjoy playing in the truck? Do you think it's worth learning an instrument on the road?

Get some amplified headphones to go with it and you're good to go!

Bruno · Feb 2, 2010

I don't play anything, but I do take my computer if that counts for an instrument.

Sorry i'm just being silly.

TheOGExpediterGuy · Feb 2, 2010

I sing...thats my Instrument...and people gather around my van...an before you know it....BAM I'm throwin another Free Concert....Its crazy...

guido4475 · Feb 2, 2010

I bought a harmonica once, still have it, but it was a disaster trying to learn it.Did better farting a tune.

Bruno · Feb 2, 2010

guido4475 said:
I bought a harmonica once, still have it, but it was a disaster trying to learn it.Did better farting a tune.

now dat's funny right dere as larry the cable guy say's

ConfusedMuse · Feb 3, 2010

I actually have an alto clarinet I take out. drives the other half crazy, so therefore it doesn't get played much. but its there if we get really bored!

Falligator · Feb 4, 2010

I was at one time considering buying a keyboard to bring along with some headphones....Had 6 years worth of piano lessons and I might as well put it to use. I enjoy playing the blues on piano....keeps my fingers nimble. On a side note; I was also a 1st chair trumpet player in the high school band, but I haven't picked up a trumpet since oh...lets say....1994. I think a trumpet may be in the top 10 of most annoying instruments at a truck stop....LMAO

louixo · Feb 4, 2010

I take my harmonica. Easy to carry. Popular instrument. You control the volume. Fun to play.

nightcreacher · Feb 5, 2010

my harmonica goes everywhere my truck goes.Some day I'll learn how to play it,although my driving partner tells me I need to be on TV.I think he means hed be able to turn me off

letzrockexpress · Feb 5, 2010

I take my guitar. I play and sing alone or with others. My friend Tim Zoellick, a driver with Express-1, is an awesome guitar player. I jam with him whenever we're in the same vicinity.

greg334 · Feb 5, 2010

I'm curious t-hawk, what is a silent electric viola?

Is that one with no strings like a ribbon violin?

dieselwrench · Feb 5, 2010

Just before Christmas I bought a used $20 dollar guitar and even though I dont know how to play it, and dont practice much it still sounds terrible.

x06col · Feb 5, 2010

Tennesseahawk said:
I'm thinking of getting a silent electric viola, and take it with me to practice. I'd like to hear from others who take a guitar, or other instrument with them; and whether they have reactions from co-drivers or other passersby.

Also, how do you enjoy playing in the truck? Do you think it's worth learning an instrument on the road?

JES ME TINK'IN OUTLOUD, but, me tink you've got nuff distractors already!!

BTW, there have been some real good using Argosys on Truck Paper lately.

Tennesseahawk · Feb 5, 2010

x06col said:
JES ME TINK'IN OUTLOUD, but, me tink you've got nuff distractors already!!

BTW, there have been some real good using Argosys on Truck Paper lately.

Actually, the road gives me plenty of time away from distractions. My main goal is to get good enough to play with Sarah. She took up the violin, and is doing pretty well. I have some serious catching up to do!

Only argosy that's catchin my eye right now is the blue one. Can't get approved for it, however. While I'm waiting for the right one (money-wise) to show up there, I'm looking at another truck, that might be a catchable fish.