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Playing the changes vs. playing over the key...

Who’s that guitarist?

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It's my firm opinion that you have to be able to outline the changes to play jazz well and you can't only play the key center. Although.. it's good to play to the key center to be able fall back...

Playing the changes vs. playing over the key center

On how many sessions have you played? If you’re at the level of Ron Carter, I’m happy to accept your opinion on this. But even if that were the case, you’re incredibly naive if you believe this...

How many separate sessions in studio it takes...

Its up to the artistic discretion of the player. Just kidding (I mean not really kidding, but you know). So this is an interesting question. I would start by saying that I think playing the...

Playing the changes vs. playing over the key center

I’d try a higher friction pot. CTS are higher friction than Bourns or Alpha, so they’re harder to turn. If you have access to a stocking dealer, try pots from different makers to find the stiffest...

Keep Your Volume Knob from Turning (accidentally)

Yeah, purely mechanical. Like Bird said, "you gotta master the instrument". It don't play itself. I don't wanna wind up getting a review in the NY Times of a concert that Bill Frisell gave on the...

Eliminating the Metronome for technical studies?

It all depends on the band. If you have serious guys who can leave the alcohol and weed out of the studio, you can get a lot done. I also think the band should make demos on their own and have...

How many separate sessions in studio it takes...

So I am a rock/blues/pop player who is trying to break into the world of jazz. While working on some tunes I noticed that my playing sounded kinda lame while I was trying to play the changes. My...

Playing the changes vs. playing over the key center

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JGO Virtual 'Bluez' Jam (Round 3) - Straight No Chaser

You don’t tell us how experienced you are at this, so I can’t comment on your opinion. But I can tell you that my first recording session was in 1960 and I’m still active - so I’ve done a bit of...

How many separate sessions in studio it takes...

If the drums are complicated, or there is a specific request that needs some experimentation, then you will need to allow for some extra time with the set up.

How many separate sessions in studio it takes...

It all depends on why you want a Tele. If you love it for its’ signature sound then don’t mess with it. If you love the looks of a tele but want more out of it, then by all means, swap in whatever...

Telecaster - Single Coil or Humbucker?

But the good news is that the bridge is now solidly coupled to the top. No medicine has only one effect, and they’re not all beneficial, Jack. You probably have better acoustic sound and power now,...

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How many separate sessions in studio it takes...

I have an Evans GH200 head that I hadn’t played in years. Recently hooked it up to a Raezer Stealth 12 cab and thought Wow… sounds great by itself or with pedals.

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ECM artists are allowed two days to record and one to mix.

How many separate sessions in studio it takes...

What's with all the weird Jazz guitars people buy?

Rosewood vs Maple fretboard head to head - There's a difference

Jazz and Blues Single Note Soloing Recommendations ?

Do these chords exists? Any different name for them?

Telecaster - Single Coil or Humbucker?

Not really sounding very 'jazzy'. Is it in the playing technique?

Itching for a Fender, which one?

Eliminating the Metronome for technical studies?

Please Recommend Me Some Beginner Solos/Heads to Learn

Blues and Jazz-Blues Comping Recommendations ?

Are Modern Amps Repairable?

Don Cherry on Lennie Tristano

JGO Virtual 'Bluez' Jam (Round 3) - Straight No Chaser