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Title: Supporting Members
Post by: Joe W on October 05, 2011, 08:34:00 PM
While most of the resources available in this forum are provided freely to all registered members, the forum, and the accompanying web site (http://psrtutorial.com) certainly are not free.  The costs of maintaining this site, which now amounts to several thousand dollars each year, is provided by the "Supporting Members."  Within the forum, supporting members have the word "Supporter" listed by their username along with the forum "ranking" (Novice,..., Senior Member).  

It is easy to become a supporting member.  Simply order any of the PSR Tutorial USB drives (or download options) or make a donation.   A description of all the available resource collections is provided on the Orders page (http://psrtutorial.com/cdrom/productsum.html).  At the bottom of that page, and all the pages in the Orders section, is a DONATE button you can use to make a donation.  Note that folks who become PSR Performers or who contribute styles or articles to the main web site are also considered "Supporters."

Once a member is designated as a "Supporter" that status remains for "life" so you are not required to donate every year, but you certainly may do so.  (Of course, this assumes that we will have a regular influx of new visitors who decide to become supporters of the site and thus keep it operational.)   Besides providing support for this forum and the web site, "Supporters" also have access to the Charter Members category where there are several boards exclusive to the supporting members.  (If you are not a supporting member, you do not see the Charter Member boards exist.)

Supporting the site is, of course, entirely optional.  But if you are enjoying the use of the PSR Tutorial, please do consider becoming a "supporting" member.

Note: if you have ordered a product in the past but your account is not marked as a supporter, please send me an email (jpwaters@gmail.com) and I will be happy to update your account.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: lennylion on October 06, 2011, 05:08:24 PM
Come on Guys and Girls it is NOT a lot of funds and the rewards gained from this incredible resource is immeasurable

Thanks to all who keep this going.

Len
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: ffilipo on April 07, 2013, 09:55:05 PM
Just made a small donation to thank PSR (JW) and all contributing members for this incredible site. Keyboards and PSR go hand and hand!
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: t5student on December 17, 2014, 12:20:30 AM
Totally agree.  Being a touch higher than a beginner, I find how useful are the contributions from the members all around the world.  Just to quote an example I found that Fred Smith's video tutorial on "REGISTRATION SEQUENCE" an excellent demonstration.  I even tested playing a Sri Lankan song which requires changing to multiple voices back and forth and the way to do this the foot pedal. If not for Fred's demo I would not have done this as moving the hand to change buttons is almost impossible.

I also enjoy the collection of songs from various members.  The forum undoubtedly clarifies various issues and help broaden your skills.  Hopefully I can post a song one day.

A huge thank to the administrators and the contributors.

Merry Christmass to all the members in the forum.

Best Regards
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: JO on October 13, 2015, 09:11:08 PM
Both my wife (deeandj) and I (JO) have purchased PSR discs from this site, starting with our 1500, and appreciate the efforts of all contributors (tweaks, tricks, etc). We had lots of fun with our S900 and just purchased the S970. We still keep the 1500 around :).
Now I will start looking into the programming aspects of registrations (in whatever time I can spare) because so many queries are posted. I do not promise to answer or resolve issues, but whatever I can gather I will share.
We ALL need to do that much to repay the selflessness of those who paved our way. Anyone that knows the S900 and/or S970 RGT format is welcome to reply.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: spooky on May 31, 2016, 08:37:03 PM
Hi
I'd Like To Support The forum
As Over The Last Couple Of Months , I'v Learned Much From Here
Before I Donate , Can I Ask A Question
If IGo To The Donate Page How Does It Link With My Account Here
 Regards
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on May 31, 2016, 08:49:25 PM
While most of the resources available in this forum are provided freely to all registered members, the forum, and the accompanying web site (http://psrtutorial.com) certainly are not free.  The costs of maintaining this site, which now amounts to several thousand dollars each year, is provided by the "Supporting Members."  Within the forum, supporting members have the word "Supporter" listed by their username along with the forum "ranking" (Novice,..., Senior Member). 

It is easy to become a supporting member.  Simply order any of the PSR Tutorial USB drives (or download options) or make a donation.   A description of all the available resource collections is provided on the Orders page (http://psrtutorial.com/cdrom/productsum.html).  At the bottom of that page, and all the pages in the Orders section, is a DONATE button you can use to make a donation.  Note that folks who become PSR Performers or who contribute styles or articles to the main web site are also considered "Supporters."

Once a member is designated as a "Supporter" that status remains for "life" so you are not required to donate every year, but you certainly may do so.  (Of course, this assumes that we will have a regular influx of new visitors who decide to become supporters of the site and thus keep it operational.)   Besides providing support for this forum and the web site, "Supporters" also have access to the Charter Members category where there are several boards exclusive to the supporting members.  (If you are not a supporting member, you do not see the Charter Member boards exist.)

Supporting the site is, of course, entirely optional.  But if you are enjoying the use of the PSR Tutorial, please do consider becoming a "supporting" member.

Note: if you have ordered a product in the past but your account is not marked as a supporter, please send me an email (jpwaters@gmail.com) and I will be happy to update your account.

Hi Spooky,

Thank you for wanting to become a supporting member.  I've copied a prior reply from Joe Waters for you that should answer your question.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: spooky on May 31, 2016, 08:56:30 PM
Thanks Roger
I'v Just Donated
It Isn't A Lot But Iv Clicked To Do It Every Month :)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on May 31, 2016, 09:17:38 PM
Hi Spooky,

All the thanks should go to Joe Waters for creating this great website.  Thank you, again, now that you are a Supporting Member!!!
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: DC on January 25, 2017, 10:02:47 PM
I have just completed a donation and marked it as 'Monthly'. I am very pleased to be a part (albeit an extremely small part) of our group but am enjoying it since joining a few weeks ago.
Very best wishes eveyone
Dave (Northamptonshire, England)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on January 25, 2017, 10:26:31 PM
Hi Dave,

Thank you so much for becoming a Supporting Member of this great website and especially for your support on a monthly basis.

You are more than just a small part of our community.  You are a very large part of it by being a supporting member.

Thank you once again for supporting the forum.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on August 28, 2017, 11:32:06 PM
I'm trying to make a donation but I can not put money in PAYPAL.

Enildo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on August 29, 2017, 12:33:07 PM
From 1 to 3 days to confirm my bank account.
It will work!

Enildo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on August 29, 2017, 06:27:28 PM
Thank you for wanting to become a supporting member of the forum, Enildo.  I know Joe will appreciate your support.

After making a donation, please visit the Charter Member's boards to view the wealth of information that awaits you there.  :)  ;D  ;D  ;D
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on August 30, 2017, 11:46:49 PM
Thank you for wanting to become a supporting member of the forum, Enildo.  I know Joe will appreciate your support.

After making a donation, please visit the Charter Member's boards to view the wealth of information that awaits you there.  :)  ;D  ;D  ;D

Thank you Roger! I hope that my small offer contributes to the maintenance of this great family.

Enildo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on August 31, 2017, 12:14:51 AM
Any contribution made from the heart, no matter how small, will be multiplied many times over in sustaining the forum, Enildo.  On behalf of Joe Waters, thank you once again, so very much.  :) :) :)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on September 01, 2017, 03:20:25 PM
Hello Mr. Joe W or Roger Brenizer!

I have a balance in PAYPAL to make the donation, but I'm asking for a credit card. My question, it is only possible to make a donation through a credit card?

Thank you,

Enildo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on September 01, 2017, 06:08:50 PM
I've contacted Joe Waters on your behalf, Enildo.  He should be responding to you soon.  :)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Halesowen Kid on September 01, 2017, 07:19:19 PM
Hi Guys,

I've just joined up...... ;D
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on September 01, 2017, 07:29:36 PM
I've contacted Joe Waters on your behalf, Enildo.  He should be responding to you soon.  :)

Thank you Roger!
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on September 01, 2017, 07:48:10 PM
Thank you, Mike, for becoming a supporting member.  You're going to be very glad you've made this decision.  :)  ;D  ;D  ;D
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: WolfBack on September 01, 2017, 08:00:05 PM
I just donate a few amount of dollars, as well.
This forum is very rare on net and I keep learning a lot of stuff from here.
Keep the good work up, guys!
Take care.

Antonis (Greece)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on September 01, 2017, 10:14:18 PM
Thank you for becoming a supporting member, Antonis, and thank you for your kind comments.  Have a nice evening, my friend.  :)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Joe W on September 03, 2017, 08:53:58 PM
Hello Mr. Joe W or Roger Brenizer!

I have a balance in PAYPAL to make the donation, but I'm asking for a credit card. My question, it is only possible to make a donation through a credit card?

Thank you,

Enildo

I use PayPal for receiving funds and for paying bills.  To set up that PayPal account I did have to give PayPal a bank account number.  They deposited a few coins in that account and I had to verify what they had deposited.  That served to confirm that i did, indeed, have a legitimate bank account.  That fact confirmed my identity and assured PayPal I was a legitimate customer.  That was years ago and PayPal has been working fine for me ever since.

It seems members have been able to use PayPal to make a payment even if they did not have a PayPal account by using a credit card.  I'm not familiar with that process since I have had the account and have been able to use it to pay bills directly for those vendors that accept PayPal.

I do accept donations but prefer to have "supporters" simply order one or more of the available data collections.  All those funds used from orders are used to pay the costs of maintaining the forum and the web site and the contributor then also gets some useful resources for use on their keyboard.  On the order page, you will see if you scroll down to the bottom that you do not have to use PayPal to order things.  You can send in a check and some folks have even sent cash.  For contributors outside of the U.S., a money order would work or a check on a US bank.  That is the chief advantage to me from using PayPal since they handle the currency conversion.  Of course, PayPal charges my account an additional fee for currency conversions, but that is much easier (and cheaper) than me trying to cash a foreign check in a US bank.

So, if you do not want to or can not use PayPal, perhaps one of the options mentioned above can be utilized.


Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on September 09, 2017, 09:48:08 PM
I use PayPal for receiving funds and for paying bills.  To set up that PayPal account I did have to give PayPal a bank account number.  They deposited a few coins in that account and I had to verify what they had deposited.  That served to confirm that i did, indeed, have a legitimate bank account.  That fact confirmed my identity and assured PayPal I was a legitimate customer.  That was years ago and PayPal has been working fine for me ever since.

It seems members have been able to use PayPal to make a payment even if they did not have a PayPal account by using a credit card.  I'm not familiar with that process since I have had the account and have been able to use it to pay bills directly for those vendors that accept PayPal.

I do accept donations but prefer to have "supporters" simply order one or more of the available data collections.  All those funds used from orders are used to pay the costs of maintaining the forum and the web site and the contributor then also gets some useful resources for use on their keyboard.  On the order page, you will see if you scroll down to the bottom that you do not have to use PayPal to order things.  You can send in a check and some folks have even sent cash.  For contributors outside of the U.S., a money order would work or a check on a US bank.  That is the chief advantage to me from using PayPal since they handle the currency conversion.  Of course, PayPal charges my account an additional fee for currency conversions, but that is much easier (and cheaper) than me trying to cash a foreign check in a US bank.

So, if you do not want to or can not use PayPal, perhaps one of the options mentioned above can be utilized.

Thanks for the explanations Joe!
I created my account in "PAYPAL" and placed a balance through my bank account, even so, PAYPAL said that it is not possible to use this balance to make international purchases, only domestic purchases (within Brazil).
I sent a message asking and they said that my option would be to use a "Prepaid Card", and I will have to create another account only for the prepaid card.

I am in the battle to become a supporting member.
Thank you!
Enildo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on September 09, 2017, 10:03:39 PM
Thank you for your perseverance, Enildo.  :)  Many members may have just given up, but you have stayed in the battle to become a supporting member.  :) :) :)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on September 09, 2017, 10:38:08 PM
Thank you for your perseverance, Enildo.  :)  Many members may have just given up, but you have stayed in the battle to become a supporting member.  :) :) :)

I'm just going to rest when you can! You will see! ;) :)
Thank you Roger!

Enildo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on September 14, 2017, 07:43:33 PM
Gentlemen Joe W and Roger!

I am very sad because Pay Pal did not accept my card. I think it's because I do not have an international credit card.
I'm really finding it difficult to make a purchase or a donation and help this very honorable and important forum.
I mean I'll try other ways ... Maybe ask for a credit card from a friend ... I do not know ...
But I will continue in this battle!
Hug,

Enildo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Joe W on September 14, 2017, 11:31:32 PM
Enildo, let me applaud your dedication!  It is a shame Brazil provides so many obstacles.  You are a "senior" member right now.  That means you have already provided a lot of support to this forum by all of the messages you have responded to.  As a senior member, you also have access to everything that a supporter would have.  In my mind, you already do support the forum.  However, if you still are determined to send funds, it seems that I have received a money order before, perhaps from a Brazilian member.  I received an email with the appropriate identifying info and then just took it to the closest Western Union outpost where I was able to receive the funds.  My mailing address is given at the bottom of the products page:

https://psrtutorial.com/cdrom/productsum.html

Perhaps, this is a solution you can use.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Enildo on September 15, 2017, 02:14:47 AM
Enildo, let me applaud your dedication!  It is a shame Brazil provides so many obstacles.  You are a "senior" member right now.  That means you have already provided a lot of support to this forum by all of the messages you have responded to.  As a senior member, you also have access to everything that a supporter would have.  In my mind, you already do support the forum.  However, if you still are determined to send funds, it seems that I have received a money order before, perhaps from a Brazilian member.  I received an email with the appropriate identifying info and then just took it to the closest Western Union outpost where I was able to receive the funds.  My mailing address is given at the bottom of the products page:

https://psrtutorial.com/cdrom/productsum.html

Perhaps, this is a solution you can use.

Thank you Joe W! I'll get in touch with you.
I am determined to give my contribution to the forum!

Cheers,
Enildo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: MINKYCATS on March 18, 2018, 02:38:36 AM
Hi Joe,

Thank you and all concerned including the forum members for all the hard work you do on our behalf to keep these invaluable forums going.
Small donation sent.

Trevor (MINKYCATS)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Joe W on March 18, 2018, 04:17:12 AM
Thanks, Trevor.  I just saw your donation and have sent you a few new Genos conversions for your T5 that I think you will enjoy.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: hey_haho on April 15, 2018, 02:16:50 PM
While most of the resources available in this forum are provided freely to all registered members, the forum, and the accompanying web site (http://psrtutorial.com) certainly are not free.  The costs of maintaining this site, which now amounts to several thousand dollars each year, is provided by the "Supporting Members."  Within the forum, supporting members have the word "Supporter" listed by their username along with the forum "ranking" (Novice,..., Senior Member). 

It is easy to become a supporting member.  Simply order any of the PSR Tutorial USB drives (or download options) or make a donation.   A description of all the available resource collections is provided on the Orders page (http://psrtutorial.com/cdrom/productsum.html).  At the bottom of that page, and all the pages in the Orders section, is a DONATE button you can use to make a donation.  Note that folks who become PSR Performers or who contribute styles or articles to the main web site are also considered "Supporters."

Once a member is designated as a "Supporter" that status remains for "life" so you are not required to donate every year, but you certainly may do so.  (Of course, this assumes that we will have a regular influx of new visitors who decide to become supporters of the site and thus keep it operational.)   Besides providing support for this forum and the web site, "Supporters" also have access to the Charter Members category where there are several boards exclusive to the supporting members.  (If you are not a supporting member, you do not see the Charter Member boards exist.)

Supporting the site is, of course, entirely optional.  But if you are enjoying the use of the PSR Tutorial, please do consider becoming a "supporting" member.

Note: if you have ordered a product in the past but your account is not marked as a supporter, please send me an email (jpwaters@gmail.com) and I will be happy to update your account.

Hi Joe,

I have learnt so much from psrtutorial. Recently I got my S970 (my dream comes true) and tune it + load a lot of styles from this forum's resource and guidance.

To show my appreciation, I have just made a small contribution via Donate through Paypal. Hope that our community will continue to grow.

Cheers,
Bach
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: juketsu on May 09, 2018, 04:24:01 PM
Hi Joe,

Great forum, so much good information. Small donation sent from me today 09.05.2018

Best wishes,

Juketsu
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: chongjasmine on July 21, 2018, 11:07:56 PM
I am not very rich.
Just donated US$1, about 10% of my income.
I am currently living under my mum.
Can I get access to the supporter's forum now?
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Roger Brenizer on July 21, 2018, 11:45:46 PM
Thank you so much for becoming a "Supporter" of this great music forum, Chongjasmine.  :)

Just as soon as Joe Waters is in receipt of your donation, you will be given "Supporter" status and your profile will display the word "Supporter".  :)

You will then be given access to the Charter Member's boards, which I'm certain you will enjoy very much.  :)

Please allow Joe a little time to process your donation, as he is a very busy man.  :)
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: chongjasmine on July 21, 2018, 11:46:53 PM
Sure. I will wait for him.
Thanks for your reply.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Farmer on March 12, 2021, 03:46:56 PM
Hi Joe.  I.m Doug Farmer from a small Canadian Town near Toronto and  just became a Supporter yesterday and already am very satisfied about your web site, the service and the products.  Have owned a PSR S 950 for years and planning to upgrade. 

I already see the benefits of all the things that the Forum offers and am looking forward to being able to contribute something.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: MadrasGiaguari on March 12, 2021, 10:31:02 PM
Dear Joe,

I LOVE this website. I'm learning more and more, surely much more than by reading the horrible user and reference manuals.

And I must say that is also nice to have this pleasant habit of getting to the Forum every day.

I just ordered (paid) Style #15.
About that, I would kindly ask two things:
-please email the download version;
-please email to the mail address that is in my profile, NOT to the one I use for Paypal.

Thank you again for your enormous effort to let us have this unbelievable precious resort.

Ciao from Roma,

Angelo
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: terry_pym on April 09, 2021, 08:26:30 PM
Hello.
I received my download for Style #15 and am over the moon.
It is the best thing I have ever bought for my Ty 5 without a doubt.
Thank you very much.
Terry.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Dov on April 23, 2022, 10:23:39 AM
Hello, just made an order for 4 products (lessons + 3 style selections). Am anxiously waiting to discover them!
Also am glad I am a supporting member now.
Congratulations to those who devote their time to maintaining this great forum and website!
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: KevTheRev on August 25, 2022, 03:04:56 PM
Just made a small donation.

Thanks for all the work you put in, the content is priceless.

Kev

Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Saja on October 29, 2022, 05:03:20 PM
Dear Joe.
I just ordered (paid for) Style #17.

I am a beginner in playing the keyboard. Your forum is a priceless source of information for me.
Thank you.

Jaromir
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: mikevines on March 03, 2023, 06:22:06 AM
Just made a donation - thanks Joe, and to all of the members for thier time and contributions.

Mike
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Ab van Polanen on March 30, 2023, 08:39:42 AM
I made a donation  ;D
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: Brian43 on April 25, 2023, 12:07:29 PM
Hi Joe,
ordered 2021 Lessons Plus (paid by Paypal) yesterday and await download to try on Tyros 5/76.

I find the forum an invaluable source of information.

Kind regards and thanks :)- Brian.
Title: Re: Supporting Members
Post by: bob.santero on July 27, 2023, 11:13:14 PM
I love this site, Joe Waters et al, have contributed much to my understanding of Yamaha keyboards. I have owned many Clavinova piano's and other brand keyboards and this Tyros4 was willed to me by my favorite pupil who passed away at 99 learning and loving the Tyros4.


Thank you Joe Waters for sending me the links to Style #11  for the Tyros4 keyboard.

They are very helpful.

Also,  if anyone can direct me to more styles for free play, I haven't figured out what that is yet. But I'm patient.

Thank you,

Bob Santero