Griff Hamlin_ Blues Guitar Unleashed

Blues Soloing Move - House Pattern (Major) To Box 3 Pentatonic Minor To Pentatonic 6 Pattern
Griff Hamlin_ Blues Guitar Unleashed

Blues Soloing Move - House Pattern (Major) To Box 3 Pentatonic Minor To Pentatonic 6 Pattern

This video is one of my favorite "moves" around and through some of my favorite blues soloing scales and sounds. If you've ever heard me talk about what I call the, "core position," for many blues players... this is it. "Notice how, with minimal movement, I can go through 3 unique sounds easily and comfortably, with only minor adjustments getting from one scale to the next... In my opinion, that should be your goal, not moving around the fretboard in large leaps and bounds."....Griff
14:232 years ago
Beginning Blues Guitar Lesson - The 4 Blues Chord Shapes You Should Know
Griff Hamlin_ Blues Guitar Unleashed

Beginning Blues Guitar Lesson - The 4 Blues Chord Shapes You Should Know

"The blues typically revolves around 7th chords... not major 7th, and no minor 7th, but dominant 7th chords. Those chords can come in a few different shapes and sizes, but there are some basics that you really should know, and that's today's video."...Griff.
13:442 years ago
Blues Guitar Soloing Lesson - Sliding Through The Pentatonic Scale On The Ring Finger
Griff Hamlin_ Blues Guitar Unleashed

Blues Guitar Soloing Lesson - Sliding Through The Pentatonic Scale On The Ring Finger

"It's fairly common using the "boxes" of the pentatonic or blues scale to get stuck in one pattern (which is often box 1 or maybe 2)... But if you can get used to starting with your ring finger, there's a cool little slip and slide move that will take you through over 2 octaves of pentatonic scale real estate pretty darn quickly! Aside from being a good way to play some cool blues/rock sounds because of the increase in speed, this is just another great way to visualize your fretboard that you may not be that familiar with. So have fun, and try it out..." Griff.
12:322 years ago
Griff Hamlin | Using The "Blues Half Step" In Your Soloing - The Altered Dominant Scale (Modern Blues Soloing)
Griff Hamlin_ Blues Guitar Unleashed

Griff Hamlin | Using The "Blues Half Step" In Your Soloing - The Altered Dominant Scale (Modern Blues Soloing)

In talking about more Modern Blues Soloing, and getting away from the standard Pentatonic and Blues scales for a bit, one of the things we have to discuss is the way chords influence the sound we play...And notice that I say "sound" and not "scale..." because, to me, scale implies a single correct choice, whereas saying that we are playing a certain "sound" implies that it's a choice we are making. Which is, of course, what Modern Blues Soloing is all about - having the know-how and the freedom to make a variety of sound choices in a variety of settings. Well, in a slow blues (or any blues, really) there's a tendency to use the "blues half step" going into the IV chord (or the V, or the IV) and if you use that "half step away" chord as part of your soloing, you get a pretty cool sound.
18:472 years ago

3 Minute Lick

3 Minute Lick with Tim Pierce - Trailer
3 Minute Lick

3 Minute Lick with Tim Pierce - Trailer

Over the last 3 decades Tim Pierce has played guitar with the Who's Who of the music industry. In his new show, he unlocks some great soloing secrets in less than 3 minutes. Tim’s recording discography includes Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Rick Springfield, Phil Collins, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Jack’s Mannequin,The Band Perry,Shinedown, Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson,Il Volo,Lana Del Ray, Gloriana, Colbie Caillat, and many others. He works with producers such as: Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls), Warren Huart (Augustana, The Fray), Matt Serletic (Santana, Rob Thomas), Eric Ross (Sara Bareilles), John Fields (Switchfoot, Jonas Brothers), Walter A (Mariah Carey, Marc Anthony, Josh Groban, Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin), Bill Bottrell (Sheryl Crow, ELO, Michael Jackson, Tom Petty), Tim James (Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Sick Puppies), Ron Nevison (The Who, The Rolling Stones, Meat Loaf, Bad Company, Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne), Michael Lloyd, Howard Benson (Gavin DeGraw, Daughtry, Chris Cornell), Patrick Leonard (Roger Waters, Bryan Ferry, Elton John, Anna Vissi, Rod Stewart, Madonna), Keith Olsen (Fleetwood Mac), Trevor Horn (Seal, Yes, Art of Noise), Dan Huff (Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Faith Hill), Randy Jackson (American Idol and others). Tim still lives in LA and is busier than ever, doing sessions every day.
00:543 years ago
3 Minute Lick with Tim Pierce: Gm Lick #3
3 Minute Lick
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3 Minute Lick with Tim Pierce: Gm Lick #3

All new episode of 3 Minute with the one and only session player to the stars, Tim Pierce. This is the third in a series of episodes featuring great original Tim Pierce licks in Gm.
05:314 years ago
3 Minute Lick with Tim Pierce: Gm lick #2
3 Minute Lick
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3 Minute Lick with Tim Pierce: Gm lick #2

All new episode of 3 Minute with the one and only session player to the stars, Tim Pierce. This is the second in a series of episodes featuring great original Tim Pierce licks in Gm.
04:234 years ago
3 MINUTE LICK with Tim Pierce: Gm lick #1
3 Minute Lick
Joe BonamassaSlashSarah RogoTim PierceBassJosh SmithNorman's Rare GuitarsUpload Of The DayDeke DickersonLessonsNewsVintageTips, Tech & RepairsKirk FletcherMorning Joe MassNorman's Rare Guitars PodcastHenny HendrexzMichael LemmoGuitar Of The DayJazzDavid BeckerCountryRockBluesAcousticMrs Smith

3 MINUTE LICK with Tim Pierce: Gm lick #1

All new episode of 3 Minute with the one and only session player to the stars, Tim Pierce. This is the first in a series of episodes featuring great original Tim Pierce licks you can use over Gm.
03:534 years ago

Session Progression

Session Progression with Tim Pierce: "Right Hand Man"
Session Progression
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Session Progression with Tim Pierce: "Right Hand Man"

When you're a session guy, you're essentially a "right hand man". So who better than the great session ace, Tim Pierce to take us through a very comprehensive look at the importance of right hand technique.
09:143 years ago
Session Progression with Tim Pierce:   Cm, Ab7, Bb7
Session Progression
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Session Progression with Tim Pierce: Cm, Ab7, Bb7

Tim looks at the myriad of soloing possibilities over the progression, Cm, Ab7, Bb7. Tim’s recording discography includes Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Rick Springfield, Phil Collins, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Jack’s Mannequin,The Band Perry,Shinedown, Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson,Il Volo,Lana Del Ray, Gloriana, Colbie Caillat, and many others. He works with producers such as: Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls), Warren Huart (Augustana, The Fray), Matt Serletic (Santana, Rob Thomas), Eric Ross (Sara Bareilles), John Fields (Switchfoot, Jonas Brothers), Walter A (Mariah Carey, Marc Anthony, Josh Groban, Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin), Bill Bottrell (Sheryl Crow, ELO, Michael Jackson, Tom Petty), Tim James (Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Sick Puppies), Ron Nevison (The Who, The Rolling Stones, Meat Loaf, Bad Company, Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne), Michael Lloyd, Howard Benson (Gavin DeGraw, Daughtry, Chris Cornell), Patrick Leonard (Roger Waters, Bryan Ferry, Elton John, Anna Vissi, Rod Stewart, Madonna), Keith Olsen (Fleetwood Mac), Trevor Horn (Seal, Yes, Art of Noise), Dan Huff (Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Faith Hill), Randy Jackson (American Idol and others). Tim still lives in LA and is busier than ever, doing sessions every day.
07:213 years ago
Tim Pierce: Session Progression: Synthesizer Pt. IV
Session Progression

Tim Pierce: Session Progression: Synthesizer Pt. IV

In this episode of Session Progression, one of the most well known and famous LA guitar session player, Tim Pierce, closely looks at one of his performances with Tom Rasulo and teaches how to properly obtain a synthesizer effect on the guitar! In this episode Tim looks at how to properly solo while accompanying a synthesizer melody! This is the final synthesizer segment of Tim Pierce's 'Session Progression.'
04:324 years ago
Tim Pierce: Session Progression: Synthesizer Pt. III
Session Progression

Tim Pierce: Session Progression: Synthesizer Pt. III

In this episode of Session Progression, one of the most well known and famous LA guitar session player, Tim Pierce, closely looks at one of his performances with Tom Rasulo and teaches how to properly obtain a synthesizer effect on the guitar! In this episode Tim looks at rhythm patterns on his guitar that helps aid the synthesizer.
03:424 years ago

David Becker Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; 8 Part Series (BUY)

David Becker Jazz Guitar Techniques - Trailer
David Becker Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; 8 Part Series (BUY)
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David Becker Jazz Guitar Techniques - Trailer

Grammy-nominated Jazz guitarist and master educator, David Becker is back with a great 8 chapter masterclass on everything you need to know about Jazz Blues. Here's David's breakdown of each chapter. Episode 2: With the aide of a simple Blues melody written by Vibraphonist Milt Jackson, I will break down a 3 cord Blues using extensions such as (9th, 13th) and also how to voice dominant chords that have the melody note on top. Episode 3: In this chapter I will show how to expand the 3 Chord progression and introduce a II V I turnaround. Episode 4: In this chapter, I will show how to alter some of the dominant 7th chords using flat 9th or sharp 9th as well as a raised 5th. This will also introduce the minor 7th chord to the progression. Episode 5: In this chapter, I will discuss using the shapes directly out of the chord to solo. This includes major, minor and diminished triads. Episodes 6 & 7: In these chapters, there is more on soloing using the shapes, triads. Episode 8: Here are some more advanced methods to consider for soloing over a Blues. This includes chromatic and intervalic ideas. Click the link or head to the My AGN Store to purchase this great series.
00:523 years ago
David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 1, What Is a Jazz Blues?
David Becker Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; 8 Part Series (BUY)

David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 1, What Is a Jazz Blues?

David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 1, What Is a Jazz Blues?
03:544 years ago
David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 2: 3 Chord blues & Adding Extensions
David Becker Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; 8 Part Series (BUY)

David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 2: 3 Chord blues & Adding Extensions

David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 2: 3 Chord blues & Adding Extensions
14:204 years ago
David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 3: Extending Chord Forms
David Becker Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; 8 Part Series (BUY)

David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 3: Extending Chord Forms

David Becker: Jazz Guitar Techniques: Jazz Blues; Chapter 3: Extending Chord Forms
10:234 years ago

Melodic Soloing Masterclass with Tim Pierce - (BUY)

AGN Marketplace: Melodic Soloing Masterclass: Part 4:  'B' section
Melodic Soloing Masterclass with Tim Pierce - (BUY)

AGN Marketplace: Melodic Soloing Masterclass: Part 4: 'B' section

This 4 part series, available exclusively on AGN Marketplace, is the latest from top LA Session guitarist, Tim Pierce. Tim guides you through his personal techniques and secrets in his unique way, making improving your soloing both easy and fun. This series is for the intermediate upwards player and includes a jam/backing track composed and recorded by Tim. Tim, A short history: After hearing Jimi Hendrix, he, like so many others, poured himself into the electric guitar. He studied with an amazing teacher named Steve Maase for two years from age 12 to 14, and played in bands constantly as a teenager. At age 20 he moved to LA and quickly started working…. playing on records for Bon Jovi,(Runaway), John Waite, and Rick Springfield. He joined Ricks band and toured the world for four years. In the late 80s he decided not to tour again and instead focus on the studio exclusively. After meeting Patrick Leonard in 1990 and recording with the band Toy Matinee, Tim got very Busy doing sessions in and around LA. Tim’s recording discography includes Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Rick Springfield, Phil Collins, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Jack’s Mannequin,The Band Perry,Shinedown, Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson,Il Volo,Lana Del Ray, Gloriana, Colbie Caillat, and many others. He works with producers such as: Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls), Warren Huart (Augustana, The Fray), Matt Serletic (Santana, Rob Thomas), Eric Ross (Sara Bareilles), John Fields (Switchfoot, Jonas Brothers), Walter A (Mariah Carey, Marc Anthony, Josh Groban, Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin), Bill Bottrell (Sheryl Crow, ELO, Michael Jackson, Tom Petty), Tim James (Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Sick Puppies), Ron Nevison (The Who, The Rolling Stones, Meat Loaf, Bad Company, Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne), Michael Lloyd, Howard Benson (Gavin DeGraw, Daughtry, Chris Cornell), Patrick Leonard (Roger Waters, Bryan Ferry, Elton John, Anna Vissi, Rod Stewart, Madonna), Keith Olsen (Fleetwood Mac), Trevor Horn (Seal, Yes, Art of Noise), Dan Huff (Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Faith Hill), Randy Jackson (American Idol and others). Credits Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson, Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Colbie Caillat, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Shinedown, and many more.
03:514 years ago
AGN Marketplace: Melodic Soloing Masterclass: Part 3:  'A' section
Melodic Soloing Masterclass with Tim Pierce - (BUY)

AGN Marketplace: Melodic Soloing Masterclass: Part 3: 'A' section

This 4 part series, available exclusively on AGN Marketplace, is the latest from top LA Session guitarist, Tim Pierce. Tim guides you through his personal techniques and secrets in his unique way, making improving your soloing both easy and fun. This series is for the intermediate upwards player and includes a jam/backing track composed and recorded by Tim. Tim, A short history: After hearing Jimi Hendrix, he, like so many others, poured himself into the electric guitar. He studied with an amazing teacher named Steve Maase for two years from age 12 to 14, and played in bands constantly as a teenager. At age 20 he moved to LA and quickly started working…. playing on records for Bon Jovi,(Runaway), John Waite, and Rick Springfield. He joined Ricks band and toured the world for four years. In the late 80s he decided not to tour again and instead focus on the studio exclusively. After meeting Patrick Leonard in 1990 and recording with the band Toy Matinee, Tim got very Busy doing sessions in and around LA. Tim’s recording discography includes Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Rick Springfield, Phil Collins, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Jack’s Mannequin,The Band Perry,Shinedown, Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson,Il Volo,Lana Del Ray, Gloriana, Colbie Caillat, and many others. He works with producers such as: Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls), Warren Huart (Augustana, The Fray), Matt Serletic (Santana, Rob Thomas), Eric Ross (Sara Bareilles), John Fields (Switchfoot, Jonas Brothers), Walter A (Mariah Carey, Marc Anthony, Josh Groban, Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin), Bill Bottrell (Sheryl Crow, ELO, Michael Jackson, Tom Petty), Tim James (Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Sick Puppies), Ron Nevison (The Who, The Rolling Stones, Meat Loaf, Bad Company, Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne), Michael Lloyd, Howard Benson (Gavin DeGraw, Daughtry, Chris Cornell), Patrick Leonard (Roger Waters, Bryan Ferry, Elton John, Anna Vissi, Rod Stewart, Madonna), Keith Olsen (Fleetwood Mac), Trevor Horn (Seal, Yes, Art of Noise), Dan Huff (Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Faith Hill), Randy Jackson (American Idol and others). Credits Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson, Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Colbie Caillat, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Shinedown, and many more.
03:414 years ago
AGN Marketplace: Tim Pierce: Jam Tx for Melodic Soloing Masterclass in C maj
Melodic Soloing Masterclass with Tim Pierce - (BUY)

AGN Marketplace: Tim Pierce: Jam Tx for Melodic Soloing Masterclass in C maj

This 4 part series, available exclusively on AGN Marketplace, is the latest from top LA Session guitarist, Tim Pierce. Tim guides you through his personal techniques and secrets in his unique way, making improving your soloing both easy and fun. This series is for the intermediate upwards player and includes a jam/backing track composed and recorded by Tim. Tim, A short history: After hearing Jimi Hendrix, he, like so many others, poured himself into the electric guitar. He studied with an amazing teacher named Steve Maase for two years from age 12 to 14, and played in bands constantly as a teenager. At age 20 he moved to LA and quickly started working…. playing on records for Bon Jovi,(Runaway), John Waite, and Rick Springfield. He joined Ricks band and toured the world for four years. In the late 80s he decided not to tour again and instead focus on the studio exclusively. After meeting Patrick Leonard in 1990 and recording with the band Toy Matinee, Tim got very Busy doing sessions in and around LA. Tim’s recording discography includes Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Rick Springfield, Phil Collins, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Jack’s Mannequin,The Band Perry,Shinedown, Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson,Il Volo,Lana Del Ray, Gloriana, Colbie Caillat, and many others. He works with producers such as: Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls), Warren Huart (Augustana, The Fray), Matt Serletic (Santana, Rob Thomas), Eric Ross (Sara Bareilles), John Fields (Switchfoot, Jonas Brothers), Walter A (Mariah Carey, Marc Anthony, Josh Groban, Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin), Bill Bottrell (Sheryl Crow, ELO, Michael Jackson, Tom Petty), Tim James (Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Sick Puppies), Ron Nevison (The Who, The Rolling Stones, Meat Loaf, Bad Company, Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne), Michael Lloyd, Howard Benson (Gavin DeGraw, Daughtry, Chris Cornell), Patrick Leonard (Roger Waters, Bryan Ferry, Elton John, Anna Vissi, Rod Stewart, Madonna), Keith Olsen (Fleetwood Mac), Trevor Horn (Seal, Yes, Art of Noise), Dan Huff (Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Faith Hill), Randy Jackson (American Idol and others). Credits Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson, Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Colbie Caillat, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Shinedown, and many more.
05:244 years ago
AGN Marketplace: Melodic Soloing Masterclass: Part 2:  'B' section
Melodic Soloing Masterclass with Tim Pierce - (BUY)

AGN Marketplace: Melodic Soloing Masterclass: Part 2: 'B' section

This 4 part series, available exclusively on AGN Marketplace, is the latest from top LA Session guitarist, Tim Pierce. Tim guides you through his personal techniques and secrets in his unique way, making improving your soloing both easy and fun. This series is for the intermediate upwards player and includes a jam/backing track composed and recorded by Tim. Tim, A short history: After hearing Jimi Hendrix, he, like so many others, poured himself into the electric guitar. He studied with an amazing teacher named Steve Maase for two years from age 12 to 14, and played in bands constantly as a teenager. At age 20 he moved to LA and quickly started working…. playing on records for Bon Jovi,(Runaway), John Waite, and Rick Springfield. He joined Ricks band and toured the world for four years. In the late 80s he decided not to tour again and instead focus on the studio exclusively. After meeting Patrick Leonard in 1990 and recording with the band Toy Matinee, Tim got very Busy doing sessions in and around LA. Tim’s recording discography includes Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Rick Springfield, Phil Collins, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Jack’s Mannequin,The Band Perry,Shinedown, Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson,Il Volo,Lana Del Ray, Gloriana, Colbie Caillat, and many others. He works with producers such as: Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls), Warren Huart (Augustana, The Fray), Matt Serletic (Santana, Rob Thomas), Eric Ross (Sara Bareilles), John Fields (Switchfoot, Jonas Brothers), Walter A (Mariah Carey, Marc Anthony, Josh Groban, Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin), Bill Bottrell (Sheryl Crow, ELO, Michael Jackson, Tom Petty), Tim James (Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Sick Puppies), Ron Nevison (The Who, The Rolling Stones, Meat Loaf, Bad Company, Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne), Michael Lloyd, Howard Benson (Gavin DeGraw, Daughtry, Chris Cornell), Patrick Leonard (Roger Waters, Bryan Ferry, Elton John, Anna Vissi, Rod Stewart, Madonna), Keith Olsen (Fleetwood Mac), Trevor Horn (Seal, Yes, Art of Noise), Dan Huff (Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Faith Hill), Randy Jackson (American Idol and others). Credits Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson, Crowded House, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Colbie Caillat, Avril Lavigne, Tracy Chapman, Joe Cocker, Ricky Martin, Meat Loaf, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Rob Thomas, Madonna, Toy Matinee, Don Henley, Santana, Rascal Flatts, Chris Isaak, Jewel, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, Gavin Degraw, Mika, Carolina Liar, Goo Goo Dolls, Uncle Kracker, Josh Groban, Mylie Cyrus, Demi Lovato, David Cook, Adam Lambert, Daniel Powter, Chris Allen, Shinedown, and many more.
03:504 years ago

Tone and Technique

Guy King - Unique Blues Technique
Tone and Technique
Blues

Guy King - Unique Blues Technique

Chicago based blues master Guy King talks about his technique, his inspiration and his favorite guitars. He also shows us some great original licks which combine Guy's unique blend of Blues and Jazz techniques.
09:013 years ago
Episode 2: Michael Lemmo & the 1966 Gibson 'Trini Lopez'
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Episode 2: Michael Lemmo & the 1966 Gibson 'Trini Lopez'

Someone requested seeing a Trini Lopez in action so in case ya missed this a few months back, here's the loop master himself, host of Guitar Of The Day, Michael Lemmo with a beautiful, rare, 1966 Gibson 'Trini Lopez' and his trusty Ditto for some serious looping action.
05:573 years ago
Artur Menezes - Blues Chord Substitutions
Tone and Technique

Artur Menezes - Blues Chord Substitutions

Winner of the Gibson/Albert King Award for Best Guitarist by The Blues Foundation 2018, Artur Menezes takes you through the technique of chord substitutions. A native of Brazil, Artur moved to LA a while back and is now carving out a career as one of the big up and coming young Blues guitar players on the world scene.
05:073 years ago
Episode 1: Cody Wright and Two Vintage Fender Jazz Basses.
Tone and Technique

Episode 1: Cody Wright and Two Vintage Fender Jazz Basses.

Cody Wright puts two vintage Fender Jazz basses through their paces (and thru his looper...!) In a few short years, multi-instrumentalist Cody Wright has earned a reputation as one of the most innovative, soulful, and jaw-dropping young performers in the world. He played bass, guitar, and keyboards and was co-composer for the 2019 release of Toejam and Earl: Back in the Groove. (Playstation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC/Mac.) He is known for his virtuosity on the electric bass using picking, tapping, and fingerstyle, along with his genre bending style and adaptability and onstage energy. Cody has toured nationally & internationally with: Eric Gales, Ghost-Note feat. MonoNeon, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, Ron Holloway Band, Albert Cummings, Everyone Orchestra, Jeff Sipe & Billy Cardine, Jazz is Phish and James Brown Dance Party. Cody even jammed with one of his heroes, guitar master Tommy Emmanuel, in 2014. In 2015, Cody's viral video with Chaisaray Schenck on drums reached over a million views worldwide. In 2016, Cody & the Eric Gales Band co-billed with Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, and Dweezil Zappa at Guitare en Scene Festival for Joe Satriani's Birthday Bash! In 2017, Cody & the Eric Gales Band shared the bill with Santana, Buddy Guy, Bonnie Raitt, Zac Brown, Patti Smith, Mavis Staples, Jethro Tull, Snarky Puppy, and others at the Byron Bay Blues Festival in Australia. In 2018, Cody joined Grammy-winning "conscious funk" ensembe Ghost-Note on the first leg of their "SWAGISM" tour. In 2019, Cody joined the cast of Vic Firth Jams as the house bassist, recording videos with Steve Smith, Peter Erskine, Sean Wright, Alvin Ford, Jr. (Trombone Shorty), Lenny "Ox" Reece (DJ Premier), and Carlin White. 2019 also marked the release of Toejam & Earl: Back in the Groove, featuring music by Cody Wright, who appeared on the supporting telethon in May 2019 on Twitch TV alongside Macaulay Culkin (Home Alone, Richie Rich), and pro wrestler Fred Rosser.
08:114 years ago

David Becker: The Complete 'On Green Dolphin Street' Soloing Series (BUY)

David Becker Jazz Guitar: On Green Dolphin Street - Trailer
David Becker: The Complete 'On Green Dolphin Street' Soloing Series (BUY)
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David Becker Jazz Guitar: On Green Dolphin Street - Trailer

David Becker Jazz Guitar: On Green Dolphin Street; The Complete Soloing Series is a comprehensive series of lessons on this Jazz standard from Grammy nominated Jazz guitarist, David Becker.. David introduces the tune, from its beginnings in 1947 as the theme to the movie GREEN DOLPHIN STREET to its introduction into the Jazz standard repertoire by none other than Miles Davis. David explores the unique chord structure and harmonic complexities, all of which add to the possibilities for building great solos. The concepts David unlocks in this 13 episode immersive series of instructional videos will also serve you well in Rock, Blues and other music genres. Available now in the MY AGN STORE in ON Demand on the web version of All Guitar Network.
01:513 years ago
'On Green Dolphin Street':  Intro & Chapter 1; Chord Structure
David Becker: The Complete 'On Green Dolphin Street' Soloing Series (BUY)

'On Green Dolphin Street': Intro & Chapter 1; Chord Structure

In Chapter 1, David introduces the tune, from its beginnings in 1947 as the theme to the movie GREEN DOLPHIN STREET to its introduction into the Jazz standard repertoire by none other than Miles Davis, David explores the unique chord structure and harmonic complexities, all of which add to the possibilities for building great solos. For more than three decades, Grammy and Emmy nominated guitarist, composer and producer David Becker has continued to define himself as one of the best and most unique voices in jazz and contemporary music by combining diverse influences and a passion for the new and different, and his ability to play for the present while always keeping an eye on the past and future. He has led the critically acclaimed DAVID BECKER TRIBUNE to a worldwide audience by performing in more than 30 countries. Over the years, the David has shared the stage with such celebrated jazz acts as Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Michael Brecker and many more. German television journalist Roger Willemsen (ZDF) called him "One of the best Jazz guitarists ever." Jazz Podium and Downbeat called him "A poet on the Jazz Guitar." Jazz Thing and Gitarre & Bass called him” a virtuoso”. David has released 15 recordings many topping the jazz and contemporary music charts. The DBT has performed at some of the most prestigious venues throughout the world including London's BARBICON CENTRE, Rotterdam's DE DOELEN, New York’s MADISON SQUARE GARDEN and BIRDLAND. The DBT has also appeared at several international jazz festivals including The Monterey Jazz Festival. David Becker graduated from Musicians Institute in 1981 at age 19 and by age 22 he was touring the globe with the David Becker Tribune. David signed with MCA records in 1986 and the first DBT release LONG PETER MADSEN debuted. SIBERIAN EXPRESS (#1 R&R) followed in 1988 and the DBT established themselves in the world of Contemporary Jazz performing in 44 of the 50 US states. In 2005, Becker released a duo effort with guitar master Joe Diorio, THE COLOR OF SOUND. The CD was called "One of the best Guitar duo recordings of all time." LEAVING ARGENTINA from 2007 received high praise by the international press. Down Beat gave it “4 Stars” and the BBC said, “Brilliant musicianship, a really lovely album, in fact.” David’s music has been played on radio and television around the globe including ARD, The Weather Channel, Voice of America, XM and Sirius Radio, NPR, Europa Plus, and AEI In-Flight Entertainment. David Becker has also performed with guitar greats such as Attila Zoller, Larry Coryell, John Abercrombie and Kenny Burrell. He has released three instructional books: GETTING YOUR IMPROVISING INTO SHAPE (Mel Bay/Acoustic Music), PLAYING IN SHAPES (FingerPrint) and RHYTHMIC MOTIFS FOR COMPING AND SOLOING (FingerPrint). His books have been top sellers and received great reviews all over the globe. The books are available in English and German. He has performed master classes and workshops at some of the most prestigious Music Conservatories and Universities around the world. With the release of the highly personal and critically acclaimed recording BATAVIA in 2010, Becker crossed the border of musician and has become an advocate for the forgotten WW II Dutch POW’s in Indonesia. BATAVIA was ranked as one of the top 10 World Music recordings of 2010, and continues to receive praise around the globe. The DBT has continued to perform the songs live to further tell the forgotten stories of the POW’s which included his family. Additional projects for 2013/2014 included the TODD WALLIN PROJECT/featuring DAVID BECKER, which David produced and co-composed many of the tracks. The single, "Spring Fling” received steady airplay. And the critically acclaimed DBT release DISTANCE TRAVELED which made it into the CMJ Jazz top 20. In 2015, The Heritage DAVID BECKER - Signature model guitar was unveiled at NAMM. Two new recording projects were released. A solo outing THE LONELY ROAD (Acoustic Music Records) and a tribute to Attila Zoller, MESSAGE TO ATTILA(ENJA) which also features Ron Carter, Pat Metheny, Mike Stern, John Abercrombie, Peter Bernstein and more. Also in 2015, a new David Becker instructional video, TRANSITIONS TO JAZZ was released by True Fire and has been in the top 10 most popular videos since its release. THE LONELY ROAD reached #30 on the iTunes Instrumental top 100 charts and was called, “One of the best solo guitar CD’s available today.” (Amazon UK) In June of 2018, the DBT released a new studio recording single of KIWI DREAMS written for their 2016 Tour of New Zealand. David also teamed up with renowned guitarist Brad Rabuchin (Ray Charles) to record a tribute album for guitarist John Abercrombie. FOR JOHN was released in June 2019 and has been receiving great praise around the globe.
05:304 years ago
'On Green Dolphin Street': Chapter 2; Melody, 'A' Section
David Becker: The Complete 'On Green Dolphin Street' Soloing Series (BUY)

'On Green Dolphin Street': Chapter 2; Melody, 'A' Section

Chapter 2; David looks into the 'A' Section melody. For more than three decades, Grammy and Emmy nominated guitarist, composer and producer David Becker has continued to define himself as one of the best and most unique voices in jazz and contemporary music by combining diverse influences and a passion for the new and different, and his ability to play for the present while always keeping an eye on the past and future. He has led the critically acclaimed DAVID BECKER TRIBUNE to a worldwide audience by performing in more than 30 countries. Over the years, the David has shared the stage with such celebrated jazz acts as Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Michael Brecker and many more. German television journalist Roger Willemsen (ZDF) called him "One of the best Jazz guitarists ever." Jazz Podium and Downbeat called him "A poet on the Jazz Guitar." Jazz Thing and Gitarre & Bass called him” a virtuoso”. David has released 15 recordings many topping the jazz and contemporary music charts. The DBT has performed at some of the most prestigious venues throughout the world including London's BARBICON CENTRE, Rotterdam's DE DOELEN, New York’s MADISON SQUARE GARDEN and BIRDLAND. The DBT has also appeared at several international jazz festivals including The Monterey Jazz Festival. David Becker graduated from Musicians Institute in 1981 at age 19 and by age 22 he was touring the globe with the David Becker Tribune. David signed with MCA records in 1986 and the first DBT release LONG PETER MADSEN debuted. SIBERIAN EXPRESS (#1 R&R) followed in 1988 and the DBT established themselves in the world of Contemporary Jazz performing in 44 of the 50 US states. In 2005, Becker released a duo effort with guitar master Joe Diorio, THE COLOR OF SOUND. The CD was called "One of the best Guitar duo recordings of all time." LEAVING ARGENTINA from 2007 received high praise by the international press. Down Beat gave it “4 Stars” and the BBC said, “Brilliant musicianship, a really lovely album, in fact.” David’s music has been played on radio and television around the globe including ARD, The Weather Channel, Voice of America, XM and Sirius Radio, NPR, Europa Plus, and AEI In-Flight Entertainment. David Becker has also performed with guitar greats such as Attila Zoller, Larry Coryell, John Abercrombie and Kenny Burrell. He has released three instructional books: GETTING YOUR IMPROVISING INTO SHAPE (Mel Bay/Acoustic Music), PLAYING IN SHAPES (FingerPrint) and RHYTHMIC MOTIFS FOR COMPING AND SOLOING (FingerPrint). His books have been top sellers and received great reviews all over the globe. The books are available in English and German. He has performed master classes and workshops at some of the most prestigious Music Conservatories and Universities around the world. With the release of the highly personal and critically acclaimed recording BATAVIA in 2010, Becker crossed the border of musician and has become an advocate for the forgotten WW II Dutch POW’s in Indonesia. BATAVIA was ranked as one of the top 10 World Music recordings of 2010, and continues to receive praise around the globe. The DBT has continued to perform the songs live to further tell the forgotten stories of the POW’s which included his family. Additional projects for 2013/2014 included the TODD WALLIN PROJECT/featuring DAVID BECKER, which David produced and co-composed many of the tracks. The single, "Spring Fling” received steady airplay. And the critically acclaimed DBT release DISTANCE TRAVELED which made it into the CMJ Jazz top 20. In 2015, The Heritage DAVID BECKER - Signature model guitar was unveiled at NAMM. Two new recording projects were released. A solo outing THE LONELY ROAD (Acoustic Music Records) and a tribute to Attila Zoller, MESSAGE TO ATTILA(ENJA) which also features Ron Carter, Pat Metheny, Mike Stern, John Abercrombie, Peter Bernstein and more. Also in 2015, a new David Becker instructional video, TRANSITIONS TO JAZZ was released by True Fire and has been in the top 10 most popular videos since its release. THE LONELY ROAD reached #30 on the iTunes Instrumental top 100 charts and was called, “One of the best solo guitar CD’s available today.” (Amazon UK) In June of 2018, the DBT released a new studio recording single of KIWI DREAMS written for their 2016 Tour of New Zealand. David also teamed up with renowned guitarist Brad Rabuchin (Ray Charles) to record a tribute album for guitarist John Abercrombie. FOR JOHN was released in June 2019 and has been receiving great praise around the globe.
07:044 years ago
'On Green Dolphin Street':  Chapter 3: 'B' Section; the 2-5-1's
David Becker: The Complete 'On Green Dolphin Street' Soloing Series (BUY)

'On Green Dolphin Street': Chapter 3: 'B' Section; the 2-5-1's

Chapter 3: 'B' Section; the 2-5-1's. The first 'B' section is made up of 2 x 2-5-1s a minor third apart....David explores harmonic possibilities. For more than three decades, Grammy and Emmy nominated guitarist, composer and producer David Becker has continued to define himself as one of the best and most unique voices in jazz and contemporary music by combining diverse influences and a passion for the new and different, and his ability to play for the present while always keeping an eye on the past and future. He has led the critically acclaimed DAVID BECKER TRIBUNE to a worldwide audience by performing in more than 30 countries. Over the years, the David has shared the stage with such celebrated jazz acts as Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Michael Brecker and many more. German television journalist Roger Willemsen (ZDF) called him "One of the best Jazz guitarists ever." Jazz Podium and Downbeat called him "A poet on the Jazz Guitar." Jazz Thing and Gitarre & Bass called him” a virtuoso”. David has released 15 recordings many topping the jazz and contemporary music charts. The DBT has performed at some of the most prestigious venues throughout the world including London's BARBICON CENTRE, Rotterdam's DE DOELEN, New York’s MADISON SQUARE GARDEN and BIRDLAND. The DBT has also appeared at several international jazz festivals including The Monterey Jazz Festival. David Becker graduated from Musicians Institute in 1981 at age 19 and by age 22 he was touring the globe with the David Becker Tribune. David signed with MCA records in 1986 and the first DBT release LONG PETER MADSEN debuted. SIBERIAN EXPRESS (#1 R&R) followed in 1988 and the DBT established themselves in the world of Contemporary Jazz performing in 44 of the 50 US states. In 2005, Becker released a duo effort with guitar master Joe Diorio, THE COLOR OF SOUND. The CD was called "One of the best Guitar duo recordings of all time." LEAVING ARGENTINA from 2007 received high praise by the international press. Down Beat gave it “4 Stars” and the BBC said, “Brilliant musicianship, a really lovely album, in fact.” David’s music has been played on radio and television around the globe including ARD, The Weather Channel, Voice of America, XM and Sirius Radio, NPR, Europa Plus, and AEI In-Flight Entertainment. David Becker has also performed with guitar greats such as Attila Zoller, Larry Coryell, John Abercrombie and Kenny Burrell. He has released three instructional books: GETTING YOUR IMPROVISING INTO SHAPE (Mel Bay/Acoustic Music), PLAYING IN SHAPES (FingerPrint) and RHYTHMIC MOTIFS FOR COMPING AND SOLOING (FingerPrint). His books have been top sellers and received great reviews all over the globe. The books are available in English and German. He has performed master classes and workshops at some of the most prestigious Music Conservatories and Universities around the world. With the release of the highly personal and critically acclaimed recording BATAVIA in 2010, Becker crossed the border of musician and has become an advocate for the forgotten WW II Dutch POW’s in Indonesia. BATAVIA was ranked as one of the top 10 World Music recordings of 2010, and continues to receive praise around the globe. The DBT has continued to perform the songs live to further tell the forgotten stories of the POW’s which included his family. Additional projects for 2013/2014 included the TODD WALLIN PROJECT/featuring DAVID BECKER, which David produced and co-composed many of the tracks. The single, "Spring Fling” received steady airplay. And the critically acclaimed DBT release DISTANCE TRAVELED which made it into the CMJ Jazz top 20. In 2015, The Heritage DAVID BECKER - Signature model guitar was unveiled at NAMM. Two new recording projects were released. A solo outing THE LONELY ROAD (Acoustic Music Records) and a tribute to Attila Zoller, MESSAGE TO ATTILA(ENJA) which also features Ron Carter, Pat Metheny, Mike Stern, John Abercrombie, Peter Bernstein and more. Also in 2015, a new David Becker instructional video, TRANSITIONS TO JAZZ was released by True Fire and has been in the top 10 most popular videos since its release. THE LONELY ROAD reached #30 on the iTunes Instrumental top 100 charts and was called, “One of the best solo guitar CD’s available today.” (Amazon UK) In June of 2018, the DBT released a new studio recording single of KIWI DREAMS written for their 2016 Tour of New Zealand. David also teamed up with renowned guitarist Brad Rabuchin (Ray Charles) to record a tribute album for guitarist John Abercrombie. FOR JOHN was released in June 2019 and has been receiving great praise around the globe.
05:204 years ago