Here we have collected the most commonly asked questions about Mason Williams & his career. If you would like to submit a question, just click here. (Not all questions will be posted.)

You may also visit the Classical Gas website for questions and answers specifically regarding Mason's hit "Classical Gas."

1. Where is Mason from originally?
   Mason Williams was born in Abilene, Texas spending some of his very early years in the small town of Rule, 50 Miles to the north. He grew up in both Oklahoma and Oregon, attending Oklahoma City University, majoring in Music.
   
   
2. Where is Mason's current residence?
   Mason Williams lives primarily in Oregon. Mason often leaves work behind in favor of some flyfishing and mountain air.
   
   
3. How can I obtain an autograph or photo of Mason?
   Autographs & photo requests need to sent by mail and must include a self addressed, return envelope (large enough for an 8x10) with adequate postage for the item requested. Send all such inquiries to: Mason Williams, PO Box 5105, Eugene, OR 97405.
   PLEASE NOTE:  Typically, we are able to respond to autograph requests within a couple of weeks. THANKS FOR YOUR PATIENCE!
   
   
4. Are there any plans for Mason to release another album in the near future?
   Mason is working on several compositions and recording pieces, but there are no new releases in the works.
   
   
5. I'm looking for a copy of Mason's book Flavors. Can it still be purchased new?
   FLAVORS has become quite a collector's item and is no longer being printed.
   
   
6. Can I email Mason directly? Are questions answered by him or his staff?
   Mason reads and responds personally to all of his fan mail. For general questions such as, "What kind of guitar strings does Mason use?" His staff may provide the answer, but any personal notes or direct inquiries go to the man himself!
   
   
7. Is there a book by Mason Williams entitled "the bicyclists enthusiast" containing poems? Is it available for purchase?
   Mason's book was called "Bicyclists Dismount" but it was poems, lyrics, snippets, and photos -- nothing specifically about bicycles. Bicyclists Dismount was a sign Mason saw on a bridge. It is out of print and there are no copies available for sale.
   
   
8. Where can I find "THEM POEMS?"
   Mason's album, titled "Them Poems" has been digitally remastered and is available for purchase from our online store. "Them Poems" were recently reprinted by the University of Wisconsin's Parallel Press.
   
   
9. Where can I find music and tab for some of Mason's songs?
   With all of the free music available on the web, we get this question often, but as we all know, music is copyright protected.
   Mason's latest guitar book by Warner Bros. Publications, Classical Gas: The Music of Mason Williams, has many tunes in both standard notation and tab and is a wonderful resource for guitarists. It is available at Amazon.com
   
   
10. I was interested in some information on Mr. Williams choice of classical guitars. What are his favorite make and models?
    From Mason: I am fortunate to have had good guitars to play, more by accident, than design. My 1st guitar was an old Stella for which I paid $13.00! I bought it in 1958 when I was a college student at Oklahoma City University. It had a metal tail piece, which I took off and threw away. I had a classical guitar bridge put on it. I still have this guitar & enjoy playing it. It's the guitar on the cover of the Mason Williams Ear Show LP. (1968).
    My 2nd guitar, which I also bought in 1958, was a Goya. It served me well until I got my 3rd guitar, a Cordova. Tommy Smothers gave it to me and it is still my primary guitar. It's actually a guitar by a German Luthier, Oskar Teller. In 1971 I bought a Martin D-28 for Rhythm guitar, and I use an Epiphone 12-string that actually belongs to Ken Kesey.
    
    
11. How often is this website updated?
    Our goal is to add content and update the site at least every week. It is a work in progress, to be sure.