Learning a new way, trying to learn a bunch. Using a step by step process and I’m finding it actually *enjoyable.* It’s a process described by Willie Myette, in which the student learns standards by learning first the right hand melodies, and then other parts step by step. I find it refreshing in that he talks about getting the steps down *on a number of songs* rather than mastering one song at a time. Today worked on “Autumn Leaves,” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” getting my feet wet with his system. If you are reading this, Willie, thanks!
This blog is about me and my music. My current focus is on learning piano using the Sudnow Method and guitar improvisation. I currently play guitar in a band that concentrates on playing the early rock and roll of the 50’s and 60’s. I also play guitar in a trio setting that focuses more on the jazzy side. Seemingly irrelevant posts on this blog reflect topics that are probably expressed in my music somewhere.
Monday, February 24, 2020
Piano
Usually I would painstakingly learn one song at a time on the piano. And then promptly forget it.
Saturday, February 22, 2020
Friday, February 14, 2020
REVOLVER
This was the band REVOLVER that I was in in the 1980’s. Tom, Tim, and me (left to right). Not pictured is Dan (on drums).
Thursday, February 13, 2020
Saturday, February 1, 2020
All Over the Place!
Wanting to play my soprano sax....trying to learn piano, making music in the trio...recorded this today with me on guitars and some GarageBand strings:
https://soundcloud.com/guitarjazz/midnite
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