Witney Guitar Club 'January Jam’ #3 - Meet Aitch
We asked the Guitarists from the Tuesday Group of Witney Guitar Club some questions about themselves. Here's their response
‘January Jam’ #3
Meet Witney Guitar Club Member - Aitch - who has been with the club since it began, in 2024.
What Instruments Do You Play?
Guitar, Uke, Banjo and a little piano.
What’s the best concert you’ve ever attended?
Shania Twain 1994 in Florida. The sound, crowd, sunshine and Shania and her band were on the money
Have you ever played a live gig?
Plenty in the past, when things went well, I enjoyed every minute of it. Except for lugging gear.
Have you ever played a bad gig?
A wedding in Gloucester. The wedding party took over my kit and went into open mic mode. I left with a broken guitar, a missing mic and damaged speaker grill.
Which artist/band/genre(s) do you like to listen to?
Eagles, ELO, Traveling Wilbury's and Uriah Heap. I listen to all sorts, from Country to Rock and all in between.
What music styles do you like to play?
Modern Country, old style rock and roll and light rock.
What is your favourite Witney Guitar Club song that we play?
Bonfire Heart (James Blunt)
What do you like most about The Witney Guitar Club?
The companionship of like minded people. Learning songs I would probably never pick myself.
What tips would you tell your younger self, just starting out to play?
What tips would you tell your younger self, just starting out to play?
Get out and play with other people as soon as you can. Your playing will advance quicker.
Tell us something about yourself that people may not know
I spent some time driving an 18-wheeler truck. Long haul, all over the USA.
Any plans for 2026?
Staying as fit as possible and playing everyday.
Want to join us?
Make a New Year's resolution to start playing your guitar again and start 2026 with some FUN!
