I was semi professional during the late 60's to the 80's fronting quite a few Old Timey and Bluegrass bands as well as touring the Folk Clubs. That all came to an end in the 80's when I suffered 4 strokes which incapacitated my left hand making playing all but impossible . In 2013 my old Dobro player and long time band partner suggested I might consider buying another guitar which I did and although I am not able to gig any more it somehow gives me a link back into the music and I have many contacts who I am back in touch with, at least, those who are still alive. My right hand is waiting for my my left hand to get into gear but I think it might have a long wait? Tony