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Post by bigalsawyer on Mar 1, 2011 21:34:33 GMT -5
Albert from Strasburg Pa.USA
Hello Ian,
My first exposure to your music was a Minstrel in the Gallery 8track tape that I won in a poker game 35 years ago(someone didn't have the cash to settle all their debt). The thing that attracted me instantly was the lyrics. I was born and raised mennonite which is a christian religious sect one notch more progressive and liberal than the amish - if you've ever heard of them.When I immediately went out and purchased all of your albums-being a rebel against my rigid religious upbringing- my favorite was Aqualung. Your isle of Wite version of My God,which you latter said was a bit over the top, was right on the money- my absolute favorite Jethro Tull performance. Someone said that art is art because it means something to someone and great art is great art because it means something to alot of people. I'm sure that everyone who is attracted to your art has different reasons and degrees of affection, which brings me to my first question.
What does your art mean to you?
From everything you have performed-lyrics, music,a particular show or venue,- what stirs the most passion within you?
My second question is this. Since 1976 I have attended a great many concerts and I have noticed that the recorded music played at the end as the crowd is leaving generally starts with Louie Armstrong's "Wonderful World". Is there a particular reason for this? This song stirs some rather sad memories for me (long story). I usually attend concerts with my two sons ( 29&25 yrs old) and we have a great time and a couple of beers and that song puts a damper on an otherwise great evening. Any chance you could mix it up a little with some other equally great artists?
P.S. I left the menonnites or maybe they left me a long time ago.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2011 9:47:02 GMT -5
Hello Ian, Charlie from Boston
I would first like to thank you for all the wonderful hours of enjoyment that you have provided to me for so many years, and also for make my wallet so much lighter by collecting so many wonderful gems over these years.
My question to you is when you started playing in the early days " The Blades" era and through to Jethro Tull did you ever in you wildest dreams think than almost 50 years would pass and your music would still be so relevant and popular.
Thank you so much for all that you have done for music, there would be a huge void without your talents and the family members who passed through Jethro Tull
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Post by stormcsr on Mar 2, 2011 11:09:43 GMT -5
Mr. Anderson,
Sam from Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania
Have you ever thought about collaborating with James Galway? Are you and him acquaintances at all?
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Post by Mix on Mar 2, 2011 11:50:08 GMT -5
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Post by Jackalynn on Mar 2, 2011 11:56:35 GMT -5
Hi Ian,
Why is it that you sold your Estate on Skye? It must have been so hard to leave such an incredibly beautiful place.
Regards,
Louise
Los Angeles, CA
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Post by Gangsta Rabbi on Mar 2, 2011 17:32:05 GMT -5
Mr Anderson- i really didn't want to write you here, but once the window closes, and i didn't , my regret would be great. i've been following you and Jethro Tull since 12/1971 when 'Hymn 43' was #86 for the year on WABC radio in New York,got all your records and memorized all the words, albums, birthdays etc.a and as i grew way older andwas able to make records, i so tried to model my style after you, learned the flute just for that well cause you did. this board(which rocks hard) recognized me sometime between my 16th and 17 cd and actually started a thread about me called "the Gangsta Rabbinian" where Jeff at the board goes thru my history and admirations.(please see) thejethrotullboard.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=863&page=1anyhow sir, at pivotal times, as when the all music guide put "Jethro Tull" as a similar artist to , well mei tried to contact you to no avail. now i am retiring from the industry for health reasons. if only you can right something on my thread, it would validate everything i done and that would be amazing |
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Post by janu on Mar 3, 2011 1:23:10 GMT -5
Hello Ian, from Serge, Alicante, Spain. Thanks for accepting the present Q & A, that's the first for me, with all these worldwide maniac Tull fans on this amazing forum. I started off listening, (and still enjoying like the firsts days ), to your unique music from late '70s when I was just 14 years old, an elder brother of mine introduced me in those days into the good musical way, personally it’ll be an unforgettable and a remarkable event all my life which I'm glad and pleased to have happened. I just attended to three Tull shows in my life, too few. And now my question is about that same subject: As everybody knows lately Tull is performing at original venues, such as old castles, monumental churches, medieval squares of small towns and some more, what I respect to and appreciate a lot, so I agree it’s an excellent decision , however, these years your masterpieces albums Aqualung, TAAB or APP are commemorating their 40th years, will there be any chance to attend a Tull or Ian show in a much more modern venue such as the new Auditorium is being finishing up just right this month of March in my town? (pic added below). It would be a great event for myself, and my town too, and a big chance to enjoy another Tull show again from my last one 15 years ago. Keep in mind Mr. Anderson, please. My second question is to ask you how could the non-existence of professional footage ,in particular from years 1971 to 1975, happen? I believe those years were the most exciting Tull live moments took place according to the reviews I've been reading for last years, sadly i didn't attend one, and the existing footage on the web is of a low qualitiy, definitively I would like to relive whatever could exist about. Kind regards and big thanks for all you have taught us throughout the course of all these decades about Music and Life, Mr. Anderson  |
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Post by pamelasews on Mar 3, 2011 17:41:45 GMT -5
Dear Mr. A.;
By golly, I actually am curious about a few things. On the recent trip to Cypress, and other similar far away places, do you still take all the same gear, and stage equipment, or do you rent some things (if you can't find someone to loan them for free), or pretty much take all of it. And on your upcoming solo show in September, are you going to be able to leave more of it at home, and get by with a smaller road crew which I am guessing will include Florian and John. I also find myself wondering if the Fancy Toys will eventually open for a tour (or if they are too expensive.)
Pamela in the middle of Kansas.
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Post by Nonfatman on Mar 3, 2011 19:21:35 GMT -5
never again this is the most ****** up forum i have ever seen,think i'll go back to the real tull forum. Joel, you are already on the best Tull discussion site, my friend, and the old one is defunct anyway. Let me know what problem you are having using the board, and I will try to help you in any way, so that you can contribute here. If you have an avatar request just let me know what it is and we will put it up for you, or if there is anything else you need we will help you with it. Jeff |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 4, 2011 9:53:56 GMT -5
never again this is the most fucked up forum i have ever seen,think i'll go back to the real tull forum. Joel, you are already on the best Tull discussion site, my friend, and the old one is defunct anyway. Let me know what problem you are having using the board, and I will try to help you in any way, so that you can contribute here. If you have an avatar request just let me know what it is and we will put it up for you, or if there is anything else you need we will help you with it. Jeff From his grammar and limited vocabulary, perhaps we don't want him contributing too much around here? ;D  Anyway, I was wondering if there was any limit to the questions that can be asked to Ian. It seems as if the questions certainly are stacking up--not surprisingly. |
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Post by Chea on Mar 4, 2011 10:34:11 GMT -5
Hi dear Mr. Ian.
I am an Italian Fan of 53 years. I have begun to listen to Jethro Tull music when I had some 20. Really great !!. I have only a question to place: exists a song, or a musical piece in J.T or Ian Anderson directory that you like more of others? And also, one exists that you and the group prefers to play live mainly?
Thanks a lot for answering. Michele.
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Post by 2fingers on Mar 4, 2011 14:58:44 GMT -5
Cheers Ian!
I've been listening to your music since I was nine when I discovered my mother's 8-track copy of Aqualung. It was the winter of 1979 and the very first sound I heard was the flute/choral mid-section of "My God" which struck a profound chord in me - totally mystifying. For curious reasons, your music has since cast a wintry spell over me. This may sound naive, but do the seasons play a role in the creation of your music? Do you think the weather has an affect on your creativity and somehow inspires you?
I drive through alot of severe weather every winter and the Stormwatch CD provides a great deal of comfort for me (great remaster, by the way) and for that I'm truly grateful. I also want to thank you for keeping the music alive when I know it must be a real struggle at times to want to continue. Your music has truly been there for me when I've fallen on hard times and thats more than what any Tull fan could ask for.
Thanks again, Ian. God bless!
Oh dear, I seem to have found a hare in the wine.
Chris "2Fingers" Morgan
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Post by Icy Lucifer on Mar 5, 2011 7:14:35 GMT -5
Hi Ian. Fron Bob in a sunny Glasgow.
As Tull crawls relentlessly over the web, one might ask, whatever next?
Q1. Ian, do you foresee a time when Tull or yourself might make material available only via download? The likely closure of the local HMV here (where Tull ARE still racked), means that Tull cds will only be available for purchase in small generally s/h independents or via the usual web outlets.
Q2. What are your thoughts on developing the Website in general, but in particular...
Q3. have you considered a live webcast of any shows? If you did what venue(s) might you use? Maybe your annual Christmas show? Could be a good (charity) pay per view.
All the best - hope the gigs go well again this year. See you in Glasgow 2012???
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Post by Lucas on Mar 5, 2011 22:22:40 GMT -5
Hello Ian! I'm Lucas Ferraz from Sorocaba, Brasil!
I'm 22 years old and have been listening to Jethro Tull's music for about 7 years. I'm deeply addicted to your music, it pleases me more than any other thing I heard before, and I'm quite sure that nothing I'm yet to hear will change this.
Thank you very much for the great time you and the boys give me every single day.
Now, the questions:
1-) There are Jethro Tull pro-shot videos from 69 and 70, and from almost every year from 76 onwards (even if not officially released the shootings can be found in the internet), but in the period between 71 and 75 there is nothing available but for the Minstrel in The Gallery clip in the 25th Anniversary video.
Why is that? Does it have something to do with Jeffrey, since it is the exact same period he was in the band?
2-) Next year the classic TAAB completes 40 years. This is more a suggestion than a question: what about releasing a commemorative edition with the album and a second disc with the almost 80 min long version of TAAB played alive in 72? What do you think about my idea?
3-) In the past years since the releasing of The Jethro Tull Christmas Album the band didn't release new studio material. In this period, however, there were some beautiful pieces of music played alive. One example I really enjoy is Moz'Art Medley. I know this one was specially made to an event in honor to the 350th birthday of Mozart, but it is amazing. There's also Donkey and the Drum, and more recently Hare in a Wine Cup, A Change of Horses, and more that I don't recall the name right now.
Are there plans regarding the release of these songs officially, in a new album perhaps?
Thank you very much for this opportunity, and keep on doing the amazing music you were born to do!
Cheerio!
Lucas Rafael Ferraz
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Post by Mystery To Me on Mar 6, 2011 16:17:41 GMT -5
Hi Ian,
This is Roger from East Peoria, Illinois in the USA. Received Christmas present, autographed flute that was auctioned off at the Rialto Theatre in Joliet, Illinois on October 30, 2010. Won't be receiving anymore presents for awhile.....Did you perform with this Hazelton flute on stage? Having a hard time getting flute appraised for insurance. Is your situation with DVT resolved? Are there plans for a new album to be released soon? See you in Red Rocks, Colorado and Phoenix, Arizona in June.
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Post by Bwanabob on Mar 7, 2011 15:56:25 GMT -5
Hi Ian,
Robert from Oakdale, Long Island, NY checking in. I wondered if the album being recorded at the Chateau D'Isaster sessions was always intended to be called "A Passion Play", or did that title come to be after the newer sessions in England. Considering the many animal themed songs that were recorded in France along with the "Play" themed songs, I'd have envisioned a different title.
Many thanks for all the great recordings and performances.
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Post by pekohv on Mar 8, 2011 0:29:55 GMT -5
Hi Ian, Paul from Sydney, Australia.
Thanks for continuing to provide us with so much enjoyment!
Your music over the years has traversed so many wonderful genres and styles, I was wondering what some of your musical influences have been from the worlds of classical, jazz, blues, rock, folk etc. etc. etc.
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Post by mateki on Mar 8, 2011 13:53:49 GMT -5
Hello Mr. Anderson! Just wondering if you ever have or would conduct a masterclass? I cannot imagine the transformation that would come across all in your presence! How thrilling that would be. Endless thank you's for being you.  All the very, very best to you and your family, Lynda (Pittsburgh) |
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Post by King Heath on Mar 8, 2011 18:36:03 GMT -5
Dear Dr. Anderson,
I'm just watching the ODI Cricket World Cup highlights on the BBC. After each fall of a wicket a little flute theme is played over the cricket ground's PA - at least at the matches played in Sri Lanka (the Kiwis have just beaten Pakistan). It sounds very much like it could have been written by you. Since you have expressed your affinity to the subcontinent (and its spices) very often I thought this quite possible. So my question is: Did you write a little ditty for the current ODI Cricket World Cup?
Apart from that (and to quote ABBA on a Jethro Tull Board): Thank you for the music!
Stefan
Hamburg
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Post by Deleted on Mar 9, 2011 5:12:35 GMT -5
Ian
1. Many moons ago you said in a 'Melody Maker' interview that you wanted to justify the part of your passport that said 'Occupation - Musician', do you feel that you have done that or is there further to go, and if so what diections would you really like to persue, given no limitations?
2. Was your direction in developing the themes of 'A Passion Play' and 'Warchild' influenced in any way by the brilliant Powell and Pressburger's film 'A Matter of Life and Death'?
Pat
Kent
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Post by Conundrum on Mar 11, 2011 6:39:44 GMT -5
Ian, Would you ever consider a "reunion" tour with Clive, Glenn, Martin and perhaps Mick for a few This Was tunes? Mainly to play the Tull music from 1968-71. Perhaps another keyboard player since John Evan does not play anymore. Thousands of us out here who would LOVE it! Thanks! |
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Post by Tullite on Mar 11, 2011 22:34:23 GMT -5
" cheap day return " is it true or just roumour that you were writing the song whilst waiting for the train on preston platform ? and the train arrived and the song never got finished or did it ??.
from james ( tullite ) preston lancashire england.
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Post by Icecreamman on Mar 14, 2011 23:50:11 GMT -5
Hello Ian!
Michael from New York City here...
1. Despite the difficulties in mounting a Broadway production nowadays (the economic travails of Julie Taymor and U2 comes to mind, in their attempts to put a Broadway spin on Spiderman that literally flies), there HAVE been some successful Broadway rock musicals based on classic rock album material (from The Who's Tommy to, more currently, Green Day's American Idiot). Any interest in producing a Broadway musical of Aqualung, Warchild/Passion Play, or Too Old To Rock 'n' Roll...? This would be an avenue you have yet to pursue that could be spectacular, IMHO (in my humble opinion).
2. In the past you've spoken about not being a fan of the concept of creating a "concept album", after which you placed tongue firmly in cheek and created one of my favorite albums of all,Thick As A Brick, followed by the equally brilliant Passion Play. I miss the uniqueness of these 70s compositions (as do many other fans of Jethro Tull I know). You created a beautiful "concept" album with Divinities, so I know you can't be TOTALLY against the idea......Any chance for another Tullian "symphony", but with words? How about if I say "pretty please"??
3. Would you consider releasing a special 40th Anniversary edition of A Passion Play as you did with This Was and Stand Up (and will hopefully do with subsequent albums), and would you consider including ALL of the original Chateau D'isaster recordings along with it, in remastered form and in the original intended order? I just heard the introduction (Lifebeats) for the first time and think it's fantastic.
Cheers!
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Post by Dan on Mar 15, 2011 9:12:24 GMT -5
Mr. A.,
Have you ever been at a loss for words when meeting someone you admired?
(An affliction that some of us have had upon meeting you!)
Perhaps, when you met Mikhail Gorbachev?
Dan
Schenectady, New York USA
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Post by El Gringo on Mar 15, 2011 18:09:06 GMT -5
Sir,
Like you I've given up cigarettes for the pipe. If you would, could you name a few of your favorite pipe tobaccos.
I would like to try some of the blends that were smoked by a great inspiration of mine.
all the best,
Bob
West Newton, Pa USA
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