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Chugalug
5 posts
Oct 10, 2018
10:30 AM
I'm posting some video of my poorly recorded on cell phone You Tube Videos. I have been playing since the early 70's Off and On. In my retirement years I have started playing out. Last time was back in the 80's. I feel like I'm in a rut.I'm gonna post a couple of my bluesier stuff. Then more Pop Stuff.

Chugalug
6 posts
Oct 10, 2018
10:35 AM
Chugalug
7 posts
Oct 10, 2018
10:48 AM
JInx
1404 posts
Oct 10, 2018
11:09 AM
Maybe try throwing some simple pentatonic rhythmic repetition. Also maybe add some dynamic variety using softer breath and sustain.
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GamblersHand
687 posts
Oct 11, 2018
9:34 PM
I suggest that you work on the 3 draw tones and intonation - you seem to avoid these notes, but it can make your playing much more bluesy and soulful.


Your articulation of notes, particularly when you're accompanying rather than soloing is a little imprecise and hesitant. You should still aim to hit clear notes even when you're lower in the mix

Phrasing and syncopation - perhaps simplify what you play, but focus on hitting the notes in just the right place in the music for maximum effect


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