Programme give-away
I’ve happily given away some programmes commemorating the two cinema events at the Odeon and Ritzy. Now I’d like to give away some more, and David has very kindly signed some of them.
If you’d like one, all you have to do is tell me why you want one, using no more than five short sentences.
Only trusted regular contributors will be considered eligible recipients of such a rare, signed item.
Runners-up will receive an identical, non-signed programme.
These were only available in the UK, don’t forget: at the two London premieres, as well as the 14 participating cinemas.
If you attended either Odeon or Ritzy premiere, we know that, chances are, you already have a programme (or two, three, four, five…). And I know who attended, of course. The same goes for anyone who attended any participating UK cinema on Thursday 6 September.
Therefore, I’ll only send the non-signed ones to addresses outside the UK, due to the fact that these are still being auctioned at ridiculous prices by UK fans. I have no desire whatsoever to assist anyone with their shameless profiteering.
Furthermore, David has given some signed items to Crisis, the homelessness charity, to auction on eBay. Unlike the people trying to make a quick buck, any money raised from these auctions will assist Crisis with their work. I’ll let you know when they’re up and running, should you wish to place a bid.
So, tell me why you think you should have one, include the name of your country, and please do so by 12 midday (UK) tomorrow.
You have exactly 24-hours, so please put some thought into it. Don’t be boring. Sincerity is good, honesty is always a delight (believe me, I know) and it’s also good to laugh. Your entry has to stand out to stand a chance of winning.
Only one entry per person, please. Good luck to all of you.
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(UK) I’d like one coz I don’t ‘ave one . . . (and I pwomise not to ebay it)
I would appreciate a programme as a thank-you gift to a friend who recorded my question which was chosen for the Odeon premiere. Thank you.
Ian Pearson
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I want one because I’m a fan. Because I want to look at the pictures. Because I want to read the texts.
JF
I would like a programme for my sister who I went to the Odeon with and who has been ill recently. If it wasn’t for her, Amanda, I wouldn’t have got so close to David to ask for an autograph, to which he declined, but he did speak to me. So this would be for Amanda.
Regards,
Steve.
I’m in the U.S. Saw the Division Bell tour in New Orleans back in the early 90s and was in awe of the band then. But Mr. Gilmour has taken his music to another level and it is very moving, emotional, and inspiring music.
The dvd has just opened up more venues for Mr. Gilmour’s music to be seen and heard. I feel that his music will remain long after he and the rest of us are gone from this world. He is truly one of a kind and I will probably never meet him so the program would be the next best thing.
Thank You.
Hi Fed,
Caption:
“Guy and Rick look unimpressed with David’s balloons”.
Cheers, Jon
I would love a programme to give to my dad as we was all set to come down to London to go to the Leicester Square premiere, but then at the last minute, he couldn’t go due to being too busy with work. Both myself and him were gutted about this, as it would have been the perfect end to just over a year including 5 gilmour performances if he could have been there, this would be a great thank you to him.
lewis (uk)
I was skint after going to see Guy Pratt at The Underbelly in Edinburgh a couple of weeks previous.
I live In N.Ireland and it would go nicely with my RAH Litho thingy I have framed.
Hi FEd,
I would like a signed programme because I could not attend the Odeon or Ritzy :-(. And, because I am still kicking myself for not asking for an autograph from David when I was at Abbey Road. And, I hereby give my undertaking that I would not ever sell it on EBay. Ha, ha.
Best regards,
Julie
(US) I would love to procure a copy of the program to commemorate two events: (1) the good fortune of finally witnessing a concert by David Gilmour after missing out in 1984; (2) as a Christmas gift to my brother in law with whom I shared his first Gilmour/Floyd concert experience with.
Thanks,
Darren
I want one ’cause I missed the premiere! or ’cause I’m just collecting David’s signature…:)
ciao!
emi
Hey FED,
I brought my vinyl copy of Obscured by Clouds to the Odeon in the hopes of getting it signed. It didn’t but instead got to meet loads of great people at the Imperial and had lots of marvellous adventures (including a free plane trip!!). In the end though, OBC was sad it didn’t fufill its purpose. It is now content in knowing that there is a possibility of me getting an autograph.
Cheers, Howard from Canada
I want a poster because I am….a passionate fan, a constant contributor, never won anything, don’t write only when there are prizes involved (sometimes when there are prizes I don’t apply). I am trying to induce pity in you Fed…. :-(((
Ciao
I would love a programme because i am a great fan and i couldn’t go in a cinema nearby because of my work so it would be a nice compromise!
thank you… Sylvie de Montréal
Hi FEd,
I’d like to have one… Saturday is my 41. birthday and it would be a real good present for me :-D
Cheers,
Taki
(Bavaria/Germany)
PS: If i’d get one it would be great to have it autographed, although Mr. Gilmour seem not to like that according to the FAQ…
[David prefers not to be asked for an autograph these days because he knows that many end up being sold, along with forgeries, and fans end up paying a lot of money for both, without knowing what they're getting. It's a shame, but that's the way it is. - Features Editor]
Happy Thursday,
Having had so much from this site in the 2 years I have been visiting it.
I cannot actually think of a good reason why I should have a signed programme.
I am only human though. And, of course I would be delighted with one.
Pete – Coventry
[And we know who attended, of course.]
Huh, that’s a bit scary.
What else do you know about us, oh Big Brother. Wait, I have to look under my desk, there’s something I didn’t notice before …
[Shoe size, blood type, known allergies... But we only know if you told us. - Features Editor]
Another contest I can´t participate. So sad.
To own a signed program would be fantastic but I attended the Odeon premiere and I live outside the UK.
I´ll see maybe I can do something good for Crisis.
[You can put your name forward for a signed one, Stephanie. Each and every regular contributor is welcome to state his, or her, case for one of those, no matter which event he/she may, or may not, have attended. We just wouldn't give you a non-signed one as a runner-up prize, because we know that you probably already have one - from The Odeon - and don't want any spares ending up on eBay. As much as we trust (some of) you, we will do whatever we can to ensure that we do not support the kind of fan profiteering which occurs whenever David puts out something new. The fact that people picked up extra copies of these free programmes, so that they could make some money by selling a few on eBay, is disappointing. That's why, if we know that you have one, you won't get another. Of course, we realise that some people may not have one because someone sitting in the row behind helped themselves to yours, but that's not our fault. - Features Editor]
I’ve already commented on the program, but I would like to know if Mr. Gilmour would ever consider playing a show stateside. Preferably in Louisiana,as we have some very nice venues for his music. Especially in Shreveport, we have the Strand Theater, the Municipal Auditorium where Elvis Presley got his start, and Centurytel Auditorium.
James Burton, who has played guitar with almost everyone, lives here and has a benefit concert every year or two to benefit his charity and has guitarists from all over the world.
[David performed several shows in the US last year. - Features Editor]
Hello FED,
I would like to win a signed programme for my old friend Rolf from Dortmund Germany.
Rolf went to all 3 Royal Albert Hall shows last year in London.
He also went along to 2 shows in Germany and another 2 in Italy.
But he missed the Leicester Square event due to his work back home.
Gary Hurley
London England.
Here it goes:
Where We Start is by first entering our thoughts as to why we would like a signed program from Remember That Night. Personally, I was waiting for the trip to Castellorizon competition and then out of The Blue this one comes up. This is certainly much better than sitting On An Island and watching the Red Sky At Night, even though that would be like This Heaven versus that heaven. I would never trade this item for A Pocketful Of Stones. Instead, I would hold it my hands, Take A Breath, Then I Close My Eyes and Smile.
Thanks.
Andrew (from the United States)
I realise that I haven’t been on much recently, but I would love a signed programme so that I can pass it on to my new born son.
The Ritzy and Odeon functions were on at the time that Archie was due to be born and so I couldn’t really ask for a pass for either of those nights (though my girlfriend, lovely as she is, would probably have said go if I had asked).
Archie has already watched the Albert Hall DVD with me and a signed programme for him would be wonderful.
TonyK
UK
Hi Fed,sadly this time my heart is telling me that I should try to place a bid on ebay and try to win a bid,I’m not reach but I will try to cope with it.And I was so lucky to win a prize at the last raffle and I was also at the premier at Leicester Square,I love David Gilmour and I know that he will surely appreciate if I give a try on ebay…let me know when the bid is going to start Fed,have a great day.
Piero
I’d like a programme…..’cos otherwise the bunny gets it!
…
erm…
..Please?!
I’d like one because I was born too damn late to ever see David or Pink Floyd live. And I’ll never get to watch him perform or meet him. It would also be a very cool thing to brag about to friends.
I’m from Malta by the way.
Thanks (loving the competitions)
Fed – can’t I go back in. Love Cori xxxxx
[Not after closing time. If you leave the chatroom then, you find yourself locked out. - Features Editor]
Hello Fed!
My husband and I were on 6 September in Dresden (Germany) in the cinema.
It was a wonderful evening, wonderful music, super 5.1 sound and a gig in FullHD.
It was my birthday evening and the topic of our short holiday week.
This programme would be a beautiful memory for us of this fantastic evening.
Thank you!
Ina
I don’t really need one, thanks FEd anyway…
However, if you really really want to send me one, I’ll be thankful and joyful like a little kid, I’ll enjoy keeping it for a few days, then I’ll donate it to Crisis as well, just give me the instructions on how and whom to send it.
Possession is nothing, being part of something is important.
Hey Fed
I would like a programme as I lost the one I got from Ritzy either on the train or in the hotel.
Guy Pratt signed it for me too and I am devasted but I do remember you saying you would “see what you could do” so a signed or unsigned replacement would be great.
Thanks Fed
Melanie (UK)
We went to the screening at the Ritzy
To get tickets we had to be somewhat nifty
It was such a thrill
To see David and Phil
And fellow bloggers two hundred and fifty!!!
Not having a computer I have no access or desire to ever access Ebay but there are a lot more worthwhile requests than mine so I’m just making up the numbers!! Thanks for keeping up with these competitions Fed its all great fun.
CAPTION: Richard and Guy feel a bit miffed that David insists they carry on practising rather than watch the England versus Russia football match…little did they know how right David was!
Hey Fed, I know Mr. Gilmour was in the states last year, but I don’t believe he’s been in Texas or Louisiana in quite a few years. Would love to be able to see him sometime before I leave this world.
Thanks, as always. Love the music and the dvd.
I’d like to have one as I couldn’t get to see David’s performance in the US theater because they misprinted the start time on the ticket. And I’m still very sad about this.
I saw The Wall four out of five times in NY and saw six out of the seven NY solo shows, plus the Guitar Greats concert in the Capital Theater in Pasaic NJ.
When my son and I went to the North American DVD release I really wasn’t in the best mood and really didn’t have that great of a time. I was fired without much notice from a job I had for 13 years, which may have an advantage when I made my three trips to Best Buy to get a DVD which played the entire first disc.
I do give you my word I am not sending this to put on e Bay or make any profit. It would be a prized possession which I expect would be passed down to my son (though it might be a problem since my younger one was singing “Another Brick in the Wall Part 2″ in the car the other day.
Howard (north of the border) in the USA
No relation to Howard from Canada
P.S. An idea to reduce the incentive is to have David personalize the signed programs. I don’t know if this is possible but I am told that it decreases the value if sold. I really am unsure of how much.
Because I moved from London to the US a week before the event.
I would love a signed programme, so that I can frame it and when I am an old man in the bloggers retirement home on Castellorizo, I can show my grandchildren and bore them silly with tales of ‘You know, I can remember when I went to the Ritzy…’
Cheers.
Martin.
Caption:
Lamenting his thinning locks, Guy Pratt has a bun grafted to his scalp.
I would really love to win a programme signed by David, as I would frame it and put in on the wall of my music room and make my mates really jealous.
Seeing David “live” at both The Odeon and Ritzy is a memory I will always cherish, and to have a signed programme would really be the icing on the cake.
I hope David decides to come out and play more often!
Love
Cori xxxxx
Having missed the live premieres, I missed my chance for a complementary copy. If I were fortunate enough to receive one, it would surely be framed and given a place of honour in my studio. David has always been a great influence for me, and this would undoubtedly spark some inspirations!
Thanks for the opportunity!
Mike
PS: What is ebay??
Dear Fed,
I would like a programme because it looks beautiful.
I am a genuine fan, I attended 3 shows in 2006 and one in January 2002.
I was not able to go to London and no cinema in my country broadcasted the DVD premiere.
This would be for me a “lot de consolation”.
Best regards,
JYB from France
I would like a signed program from Remember That Night. I saw the concert by theater. I was so impressed by Mr. Gilmour since then. I didn’t know how he was so busy on stage for vocal, playing lead guitar or another instruments. What a real surprise to me the sound and everything.
Before their music was just one of my favorite bands for listening.
So Remember That Night is my special.
This is my first attend and became their fan.
Thank you.(USA)
P hotographs of everyone
O n an Island tour
L aughing and loving
L iving on in this programme
Y ou could not ask for more…
Unites States
I love David Gilmour and I know that he will surely appreciate if I give a try on ebay..
I love him too, Piero, and just for David’s charity, Crisis, I am going to bid on ebay too.
Have a great Thursday.
Love
Cori xxxxxx
I would like a signed programme because David rarely gives his autograph. It would be something to remind me of two magical evenings spent listening to my favourite music. It would also remind me of how lucky I am and why I should share some of my good fortune with others.
I would like to confess that I did pick up half a dozen discarded programmes at the Ritzy (not the ones on e-bay), if I could think of a good cause I would willingly donate them, any ideas?
George Gipe
USA
FEd, here is why I would love to have one of the programmes…
2 Christmas’ ago, I gave my wife tickets to see David in NYC at RCMH. Then she got me OAI for my birthday. Just recently, for our anniversary, I gave her RTN DVD.
I am at a loss this year for Christmas, and unless David wants to record another album just for her…I think the programme would be something truly special. Besides, that means it’ll be her turn, and the only thing left to get is the Strat!!!
I would really appreciate a signed copy of the programme, as it would more than make up for my disappointment of not managing to catch Guy Pratt after his performance at Glastonbury Festival.
I waited around for four hours in the pouring rain after my early shift working (voluntary) at the festival, so that I could see Guy’s performance and then ask him if he would sign my Delicate Sound of Thunder CD booklet. I’m still puzzled as to how he managed to escape from the tent so quickly after his performance and then completely disappear!!
Also, if I do manage to get a programme signed by David, I promise to give my two unsigned programmes to any regular Bloggers who would like them….and I’ll even pay the postage!
I would love to have a programme, for I collect everything related to David Gilmour. I do this in honor of my Mother who Died of Cancer on Christmas Eve, 1989.
The last song her and I listened to a day before she died was “Mother” by Pink Floyd, and David’s Vocals will forever be in my heart. Since her death, David Gilmour has always been an inspiration to me.
Please consider this worthy of a signed programme.
Getting the right programme is always important.Especially when you set your video to record David on T.V. only to find some banal rubbish on your prized tape.I was working, so could not participate in the competition for Odeon and Ritzy shows.
I have since managed to get the recording from a fellow David Gilmour fan.But it would be so nice to have a programme to go with the DVD and Remember That Night.
dave
I would like a signed programme because I have been stupid in Paris last year when I saw M.Gilmour getting out of a Mercedes, entering the theater at about 16h, accepting to give some autographs; stupid, because I stayed petrified on the pavement, with my ‘OAI’ copy in my bag, and didn’t even dare to try to get it signed…
Hmm… la stupidité peut-elle être récompensée ?
Michèle
To cherish a memory is one thing, to have a momento is another . I would frame said item and have it pride of place in my living room.
Rgds Geoff Duffy ( Dublin )
I’m not going to enter because I have already won something recently.
I’m not sure that I get this whole signature thing anyway. I bought a novel from a sci-fi store years ago that had the author’s signature on it, it was the only copy left. I felt kind of weird having someone’s signature and never having even met them.
To pay extra for it on ebay would seem even more weird.
Anyway, I’ll save up my luck for some other time, although its not doing me much good right now – England’s loss was very disappointing. And someone should tell the Russian groundskeepers that they don’t need to water artificial turf. I mean, what’s that all about?
I was at the Ritzy premiere with my brother. It’s a shame but we, “the wonderful Dutch Peske brothers” took only ONE programme book. I would like to give one copy to my brother for Xmas! A signed version would be even more lovely… We will hang it in the “David Gilmour Xmas-tree” ;-)
Forgot to comment on the photo.
Great black and white shot; for some reason, whenever I see a B&W photo, I get curious about the colour of something in it, such as the rug in this shot.
I also notice that Guy really does seem to have an aversion to laces. Perhaps he never learned to do them up? If you don’t learn at an early age, you never will, you know. ;-)
Andrew from the USA – thought your entry brilliant. Hope you win!
Love Cori xxxx
Hi FEd,
KenF from Yorkshire (God’s country).
As a trusted irregular contributor, I would like to be considered as being an eligible recipient for the aforementioned rare, SIGNED item.
I attended the premiere at the City Screen Picturehouse in York on 6th September and inadvertantly received an UNSIGNED commemorative programme, at that time. What a way to Remember That Night.
I went crackers when I couldn’t get to the Ritzy show. I missed a great chance to meet all the other Irregulars.
I am willing to sign my current copy of this item and to pass it on to David, in exchange for him sending me a signed copy. In order to be Carbon Neutral I am willing to cycle down to David’s barn to deliver/pick-up in person.
Would David also be so kind as to get the rest of the band to sign it, I know this might mean going over to the U.S. to get StevieD’s signature, but he could also get GN & DC to sign at the same time, as well as doing a quick West Coast Jam.
(Hmmm, perhaps not, it blows the whole Carbon Neutral thing out of the water somewhat, doesn’t it!!!)
Yours in anticipation….
Why would I want a signed DG programme?
I must admit this is a really hard question to answer!
In these days of on-line auctions it is almost possible to get anything given the money and enough time so something this personal with a history attached is very, very special.
It would have pride of place in my DG/PF non eBay memorabilia collection. It is something that is almost unique and therefore would be cherished. As a long time fan it would just mean a great deal to me to have what is already a rare programme signed by the guy I listen to and try to reproduce on the guitar almost daily!
And finally I would never ever part with it and give it away to someone!
I would love to get a programme for my wife. She wanted to surprise me with tickets to David’s concert last year for our 25th wedding aniver., But she was repeat off. So as a surprise to her I would love to give her an autographed programme by David for all the great things she has done for me.
Take Care, Thomas
Oregon, USA
I would like a program because I could not attend any of the U.S. shows last year (closest one was a 15 hour drive) and I also could not attend a theather presentation (closest one was a 3 hour drive). I was enrolled in classes and could not adjust my schedule. I don’t need no education, right?
I would love a program to frame along with my Massey Hall ticket stub
Thanks
Great! great cover of course,I’d imagine was Storm doin’ it!
could be a bday present for me;)
ciao
emi
Caption Competition…
Guy and Richard couldn’t work out where DG’s voice was coming from even though he was only in the next room…
Caption:
Guy: ‘I thought I would wear my hair in a bun tonight. Does it suit me?’
I’d like one because I’d love to have David’s autograph. I know it’s not the greatest reason in the world but it would be a special thing for me. The opportunities I have had to ask for an autograph have been eclipsed by my own “rabbit in the headlights” moments in awe and passed me by (plus it’s way cooler to express how grateful you are than it is to ask for an autograph!!)
Thanks,
N
I would like a signed Programme even though i attended Leicester Square. It would be framed & go on the wall in the room where i practice my guitar as a constant reminder why i took up guitar in the first place. Not the best reason i have read so far to win but as Pete said I am only human .
Of course I too would be delighted to win. I will “remember that night” with out a signed programme but it would be the icing on the cake, dont you agree.
Thanks for the chance anyway Fed.
I’d like one because I’ve been a fan of David’s since i was 10… i’m 27 now. Since then i’ve wanted to play guitar and be a guitar player like him. I even got a red Strat for my 18th birthday.
It was funny when he said that the best way to learn guitar is to copy someone you like because that’s what i’ve been trying to do since i’ve started playing.
David is my number one guitar hero and i don’t think anyone can top that… not even Clapton.
p.s. I’m from the UK…
For the lucky ones out there who are about to win a programme, here is a short users review:
• Product: Programme booklet from the cinema event at The Ritzy.
• Price Paid: Received it as a gift as I went there.
• Ease of Use: 100% foolproof, 8 pages, English text. Very practical too, I use mine as a guide while watching the DVD. The back cover lists the DVD content just like the DVD booklet, only the programme books are at least twice as large which is very convenient for reading in subdued light.
• Print Quality: Top class.
• Reliability: Excellent, and solid too, since now it has passed the “Leave it for a month in Ronny’s living room-test”. A nasty experiment for any object really, but I could afford the risk since my wife has hidden here programme in a safer place.
• Customer Support: Very friendly and helpful people at DG’s.
• Overall Rating: This is a must-have for every David Gilmour fan. If mine got stolen I definitely will ask my wife where she has hidden her’s anyway.
I would love a signed programme, and I swear it will not be sold. I saw the RTN opening in Canada and did request one as did others in a previous blog, besides, I’ve never won anything for Halloween! LOL.
Caption:
David says to Guy as Richard looks on and says, “Guy, your clown nose is on backwards.”
CAPTION:
After his playing was criticised by Rick and Guy, David refused to play in the same room as them and, just to prove the buggers wrong, he insisted on playing his next guitar solo left-handed.
Ooopss…
Sorry… Canada is my country :-)
I would like to be considered for a signed one, because i havent attended one of the premieres, but do own a non signed one.
David and most of all his music and DVD always give me strength when im faced with my disability.
I would love a copy of the programme because it would be a wonderful memento of the last (almost) two years. A period when I’ve done things I never imagined I would, from contributing to a blog and entering numerous ingenious contests to attending an amazing concert I will never forget.
LynnR (UK)
*caption*
Guy’s hair was long and unruly, so he put it up in a bun.
Thanks.
Andrew
I would love to have a signed program
I have seen David a dozen times but never had the chance to ask for him for an autograph.
It will be my gem in my collection
I would never sell or buy one, not for any price.
Can I say that this site is awesome with all the updating competitions etc. The dvd is everything and more a fan could ask for. It’s fantastic how David cares about fans doing all this.
His music makes me feel good every day. I can’t go without it not for a day.
Thanks!
Ok, no more than 5 sentences… Let’s try that…
I don’t want your programme. Because in fact, I’ll wait for the Crisis auction. I don’t really feel to need to have a hand-signed programme… But if it can help, I’ll be glad…
There you go, 4 sentences. Hope I’ll only win the bid
Well I think it would be wonderful to have something signed by David. I will keep it safe and close to my heart. His music moves my soul. Chances are slim that I will never see him live. Echoes of distance places, shall remind, when I gaze upon the signed.
I would like one simply because I love him.
I would like one because when my ignorant friends ask who he is I can preach to them of the genius that is.
I would like to use the prize for good, not evil and show the world that good things happen to niceish people.
I would like to concede that I have won a wonderful thing in the past but entering the spirit of things, I thought I’d try anyway.
UK
Thanks
We would love to have one as a commemorative of David’s latest work. We were at the U.S. premiere in Orlando, Florida, which did not offer programs.
Sadly scheduling wouldn’t allow us to attend the “true” premiere with the live gig in the UK. It seems we won’t have the pleasure of seeing David in person anytime soon here, so it would be a wonderful piece of memorabilia and an excellent keepsake.
The program would never, ever be sold.
Thanks, Marty
[You can put your name forward for a signed one, Stephanie...]
That´s fine Fed so I do it with this because such a program would be the first item with a original signature of Mr. Gilmour I would own, hold in honor and of course never sell.
BTW: Thank you very much for your nice explanation and your patience with my wrong-understanding :-)
[Howard (north of the border) in the USA. No relation to Howard from Canada]
I have a double in a parallel universe…how very kool…
Cheers, Howard
OK, let me see…
Reason No. 1 : My birthday is on October 21st (that’s soon), and I would really like to get a very special present… (aside from the yoga mat – you won’t be giving away any of these, would you fed?)
Reason No 2 : I didn’t attend the premiere in London (being some 2.000 miles away) and if I get the program I can lie to my friends that I did (and if the program is signed, I can lie that I actually met Mr. Heavenly Sound himself)
Reason No 3 : Being in Serbia, there’s no way I could open up the account on ebay – no paypal in Serbia
Reason No 4 : Was too late for the raffle the other day
Reason No 5 : I just WANT IT DESPERATELY (that’s me screaming) :-)
[Happy Birthday for Sunday, mate. - Features Editor]
Oops, forgot to say I was in the UK !
Martin.
P.S. Pete from Cov – Glad you gave in to temptation ! You did well holding out this long !
Apologies. Just like Rudders, I forgot to include my country. Currently, it’s England but, just like Rudders, from next summer it might well be Canada.
Eeek, Fed! Forgot to say that I’m from the UK.
Love Cori XXX
I’m actually a big fat alien from the planet Zong on the DSOTM ….but don’t tell anyone! Whoops!
This is a great opportunity for those that don’t have a program; I attended the Odeon premiere and have mine – but I also grabbed the one in the empty seat next to me because my fiancee, Marie, was supposed to be there with me (we had purchased the ticket for the seat so we paid for the program!). It was great being there but sad to feel her absence. We did attend the US premiere together at a local cinema the next weekend.
Good luck to everyone – I hope some US fans are able to access an autographed program! (That would be my voice of support for fans like Stephanie and other US fans!).
Camil – I was at the New Orleans Pulse tour show myself. From what I understand it was one of David Gilmour’s favorite performances of Comfortably Numb but I cannot remember where I read this.
Again good luck to everyone – these are definitely items to cherish and pass on to our kids, not auction.
Hi Fed
I would love to receive a signed copy of the programme because that would be the icing on the cake after what David has given to us, the fans already, the past 2 years (new album, tour, new dvd, the blog, etc.)
joefromCanada
Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
[Therefore, we'll only send the non-signed ones to addresses outside the UK, due to the fact that these are still being auctioned at ridiculous prices by UK fans.]
F*Ed I dont mean to be a pain but isnt this contradictory?
[No. Neither is it open to discussion. The programmes were given away free at all UK cinemas. Naturally, the majority of fans in attendance at the UK cinemas - including the two London premieres - were from the UK. Any spare programmes were picked up by fans (not necessarily UK fans, it's true, but more than likely to be). Some of these spares are still being flogged on eBay. Indeed, the auctions that I've seen were almost all run by sellers based in the UK. Therefore, when it comes to doling out non-signed programmes as runner-up prizes, we'd prefer them to go to non-UK fans, simply because they are less likely to already possess a copy (and, perhaps, try to cash-in). These programmes were only ever intended for Europe, don't forget, and a glance at the long list of people that came forward and said that they wanted one further justifies the decision to send them further afield. As for the signed programmes, then I don't care where they go, just as long as they go to regular contributors who proved that they could read. - Features Editor]
Dear Fed,
I would like a signed programme because it would be the final personal touch capping what has been an amazingly personal year of releasing the album, touring, cinematic presentations and releasing of the DVD, as well as the very tangible personal touch of the Blog and the interaction of other “Ir-Regulars”.
I’m not a collector of autographs, but an autographed programme would be so representative of this period of my life.
Also, I’ve never used eBay and am not likely to start!
Tim
I would love a programme, as they were not offered at the theater I attended in the US. I would proudly display it in the Gilmour/Floyd room of my home.
Someday when I’m gone, my children will inherit my cherished collection, and if they try to sell any of it, then I’ll be forced to haunt them. (I’m just kidding, I know they wouldn’t sell it, they also love David and Floyd.)
Amedeo from USA
I would love one because ive never won anything.
I would like one because i need Davids autograph.
I would like one because David is more of a role model to me than anyone else.
I would like one because i missed out on a programme at both davids Glasgow and RAH shows.
I would like one so i can laugh in the faces of those who dont have one (hope that doesnt kill my chances)
In June 2005 I visited a fortue-teller who predicted 3 memorable things that would happen to me:
She stated within a month I would see Pink Floyd reform & perform live on worldwide TV !
Secondly, within a year I would see David Gilmour perform a complete version of Echoes live !!
Lastly, to top it all, I would receive a signed Odeon Programme from the DVD premier [she was a very thorough fortune-teller] !!!
I nearly died laughing but she was insistent all 3 would come true :-)
Dave Carlin
Sheffield, England
Hi FEd,
Hope all is well with you.
I would love an autographed program because…
1. I have been a fan since the late sixties.
2. I have for some unknown reason, NEVER been able to attend one of David’s or PF concerts.
3. I would treasure the program always. (no selling of it on “That Website”)
4. My heart was broken, even further, when I discovered there were no programs for theatres in the USA.
5. I have been gifting all of my friends with the OAI cd, and I am now even poorer than before. (lol)
Penny
IMck…
Glad to hear of the possible move! Where are you thinking of moving too?
Caption Competition…
Phil Taylor shouting from the other end of the room “Look chaps if you want that new mixing desk in here you really need to shift these bloody programmes! Someone over ordered big time… didn’t they GUY!”
[As for the signed programmes, then I don't care where they go, just as long as they go to regular contributors who proved that they could read. - Features Editor]
Thats brilltastic…
Thanks for the explanation F*Ed…
I’d like one because it was a very memorable experience for my wife and I in the U.S. not to mention that it was the first HD live satellite transmission across the pond. Unfortunately, there were no programs offered in the cinema.
Best regards,
James & Amanda Tampa, FL USA.
I would like one to give to my daugher, who, along with myself is a huge David Gilmour fan, she paid for the tickets and all the expenses to travel 1000 miles to see him in Chicago.
Thanks, PK, Virginia USA
ahhh fed, i didnt include my country, please edit my last post and note that im from Scotland
Oh yeah.
Last time I checked New Jersey was in the USA….
If I got one of the signed programmes, it would immediately become one of my most prized posessions. Floyd and Gilmour have been a big part of my life, ever since I was a young child. The music is the soundtrack of my life.
I do not have a programme, being unable to attend the shows. So, for me, the signed programme would be a very meaningful item.