Membership here is growing fast.

[Hardbopjazz]

Everyday there are new members. Welcome to you all. Doesn't it seem that we are going faster then every before?

[Jazz Kat]

Thats what usually happens with boards, but very rarely do we get members that become 'frequent contributors.' Which is what I like to call them. Many post once or twice, or three times, than leave, never to be seen again. Then some don't post at all. I guess they forget that they joined a message board. Can you really do that by accident?

[ejp626]

Well, they get their 10 posts in, post in the Trading Post, get no offers and mosey on out. I guess that's ok. This board isn't going to be to every one's taste. I lurked for a couple of months before I decided I was willing to join.

[Guest che]

Thats what usually happens with boards, but very rarely do we get members that become 'frequent contributors.' Which is what I like to call them. Many post once or twice, or three times, than leave, never to be seen again. Then some don't post at all. I guess they forget that they joined a message board. Can you really do that by accident?

Yes you can be intimidated by the people that post 1000's, have strong opinions, seem to have great wisdom and knowledge.

What this board should have is a thread that is about 'New To Jazz' or 'New To the Board' or even 'Questions for those new to jazz or the board' or something like that.

Then the people that post 1000's could welcome the 'newbies' (such a subjective term) and invite them to be part of the board.

Just an idea.

Che.

[7/4]

As if this doesn't happen anyway.

[Guest che]

As if this doesn't happen anyway.

Is there a thread for those new to jazz? If so I did not see it.

The comment was about why people do not seem to become 'regular contributers' to the board.

Do you have any thoughts on this, you must have a view since you have posted so many B-)

Che.

[7/4]

As if this doesn't happen anyway. 

Is there a thread for those new to jazz? If so I did not see it.

The comment was about why people do not seem to become 'regular contributers' to the board.

Maybe not a thread, but we generally act nice to 'em.

Do you have any thoughts on this, you must have a view since you have posted so many B-)

They don't have as much spare time?

[Guest che]

Thanks for that and I guess there may be many other reasons, perhaps we should encourage all that wish to contribute to so this.

I know that the AAJ board has a thread for those new to jazz, or to ask any questions about jazz etc.

Someone like you would be an ideal person to contribute to those people, like me who do not have as much knowledge as you seem to do.

Che.

[Guest che]

As if this doesn't happen anyway. 

Is there a thread for those new to jazz? If so I did not see it.

The comment was about why people do not seem to become 'regular contributers' to the board.

Maybe not a thread, but we generally act nice to 'em.

Do you have any thoughts on this, you must have a view since you have posted so many B-)

They don't have as much spare time?

"generally?"

che.

[AfricaBrass]

Yes you can be intimidated by the people that post 1000's, have strong opinions, seem to have great wisdom and knowledge.

What this board should have is a thread that is about 'New To Jazz' or 'New To the Board' or even 'Questions for those new to jazz or the board' or something like that.

Then the people that post 1000's could welcome the 'newbies' (such a subjective term) and invite them to be part of the board.

Just an idea.

Che.

Heck... I'm intimidated by some of the newbies here.

Even with thousands of posts, I know I'm still intimidated by some here with far less posts. There are some real sharp knives in this drawer.

I'm really happy to see new members. This place really is like an extended family for me. I'd hate to see it get stagnate.

Che, there have been numerous threads asking lurkers to post and join in. I don't see that on many other forums. If a person wants to post, there's plenty of threads to post in. There's very serious ones and then there are ones that are fun and silly. I can't even count how many times I've seen new members welcomed in threads they have posted in.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Che, why don't you start a new member thread or something like that. New members could use that to introduce themselves. Many of us, having been here for a while, know each other's stories, etc... It would be nice to get to know our new friends.

Just be friendly, sincere, and don't ask about Norah Jones .

You'll fit in.

So.... WELCOME!

[Guest che]

Yes you can be intimidated by the people that post 1000's, have strong opinions, seem to have great wisdom and knowledge.

What this board should have is a thread that is about 'New To Jazz' or 'New To the Board' or even 'Questions for those new to jazz or the board' or something like that.

Then the people that post 1000's could welcome the 'newbies' (such a subjective term) and invite them to be part of the board.

Just an idea.

Che.

Heck... I'm intimidated by some of the newbies here.

Even with thousands of posts, I know I'm still intimidated by some here with far less posts. There are some real sharp knives in this drawer.

I'm really happy to see new members. This place really is like an extended family for me. I'd hate to see it get stagnate.

Che, there have been numerous threads asking lurkers to post and join in. I don't see that on many other forums. If a person wants to post, there's plenty of threads to post in. There's very serious ones and then there are ones that are fun and silly. I can't even count how many times I've seen new members welcomed in threads they have posted in.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Che, why don't you start a new member thread or something like that. New members could use that to introduce themselves. Many of us, having been here for a while, know each other's stories, etc... It would be nice to get to know our new friends.

Just be friendly, sincere, and don't ask about Norah Jones .

You'll fit in.

So.... WELCOME!

I thought this was a thoughtful post and I thank you for that.

I will consider the suggestions you made.

Che.

[7/4]

"generally?"

che.

What AfricaBrass said.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Edited February 18, 2005 by 7/4

[Guest che]

Yes you can be intimidated by the people that post 1000's, have strong opinions, seem to have great wisdom and knowledge.

What this board should have is a thread that is about 'New To Jazz' or 'New To the Board' or even 'Questions for those new to jazz or the board' or something like that.

Then the people that post 1000's could welcome the 'newbies' (such a subjective term) and invite them to be part of the board.

Just an idea.

Che.

Heck... I'm intimidated by some of the newbies here.

Even with thousands of posts, I know I'm still intimidated by some here with far less posts. There are some real sharp knives in this drawer.

I'm really happy to see new members. This place really is like an extended family for me. I'd hate to see it get stagnate.

Che, there have been numerous threads asking lurkers to post and join in. I don't see that on many other forums. If a person wants to post, there's plenty of threads to post in. There's very serious ones and then there are ones that are fun and silly. I can't even count how many times I've seen new members welcomed in threads they have posted in.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Che, why don't you start a new member thread or something like that. New members could use that to introduce themselves. Many of us, having been here for a while, know each other's stories, etc... It would be nice to get to know our new friends.

Just be friendly, sincere, and don't ask about Norah Jones .

You'll fit in.

So.... WELCOME!

Hek I thought I was fitting in

Che.

[AfricaBrass]

Hek I thought I was fitting in

Che.

I think you're doing just fine.

Haven't I made you feel welcome?

[Guest che]

"generally?"

che.

What AfricaBrass said.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Mmmm

And your view is?

Che.

[AfricaBrass]

"generally?"

che.

What AfricaBrass said.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Mmmm

And your view is?

Che.

See the post above this one...

[Guest che]

"generally?"

che.

What AfricaBrass said.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Mmmm

And your view is?

Che.

See the post above this one...

Yes I see you quote Africabrass, but that tells me nothing about what you think or what your views are.

Africabrass's last post was for me at least an inviting and thoughtful one, one that encouraged me to respond.

Che.

[Jazzmoose]

Everyday there are new members. Welcome to you all. Doesn't it seem that we are going faster then every before?

It sure does. We probably need to do something to keep the riffraff out.

Let's ban everyone who's been here for more than a year...

[AfricaBrass]

Everyday there are new members. Welcome to you all. Doesn't it seem that we are going faster then every before?

It sure does. We probably need to do something to keep the riffraff out.

Let's ban everyone who's been here for more than a year...

That would make things interesting.

[7/4]

"generally?"

che.

What AfricaBrass said.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Mmmm

And your view is?

Che.

Those are the ones we are not nice to. We respond to friendliness.

[7/4]

"generally?"

che.

What AfricaBrass said.

I would just recommend that a person read this board a little and get the feel for it before they jump in. If you do this, you'll (hopefully) not make waves, but find your groove here. A hand grenade usually isn't the best way to announce your arrival. I'll admit, I have seen some newbies to this site get a bit nasty to long-time board members. I really wouldn't suggest that until you've been here a while. It's like trying to join a group of friends and insulting one. It's not a cool way to fit in.

Mmmm

And your view is?

Che.

See the post above this one...

Me too.

[Guest che]

Everyday there are new members. Welcome to you all. Doesn't it seem that we are going faster then every before?

It sure does. We probably need to do something to keep the riffraff out.

Let's ban everyone who's been here for more than a year...

Radical man!

Che.

[AfricaBrass]

I was thinking... this thread has already been started...

New members, please introduce yourself here. We'd love to get to know you.

:rsmile:

[Brad]

Without trying to be nasty, if newbies are looking for an introductory thread or what is jazz threads, I don't think this is the place. Try AAJ.

[Guest che]

Without trying to be nasty, if newbies are looking for an introductory thread or what is jazz threads, I don't think this is the place. Try AAJ.

Well why not try here, seems a good group to me, with lots of knowlwdge and tastes. B-)

Che.