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The Guitar Journal podcast returns with a new episode featuring the extraordinary Jon Gomm, acclaimed singer-songwriter and virtuoso acoustic guitarist from Yorkshire, UK. In this wide-ranging conversation, host Jesse Paliotto and Jon explore fascinating insights into the guitarist's creative process—from developing song concepts before touching the guitar to his approach to alternate tunings and performance techniques. The discussion covers everything from the challenges of touring the US to Jon's unique method of handling online critics (hint: it involves his mom). This episode gets into both technical wisdom and some deep artistic philosophy.
Also, check out Jon demoing his arranging method by deconstructing his song "Deep Sea Fishes", breaking down how he builds complex arrangements from simple elements. It's a masterclass in fingerstyle guitar that connects Jon's remarkable ability to balance technique with authentic emotional expression.
Links
"A Little Respect" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHfbPBAGe4M"Deep Sea Fishes" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ei4nRyWV0GcJon's Instructional Videos - https://www.jongomm.com/video-lessonsJon's Guitar Bootcamp - https://www.jongomm.com/bootcampTracks
00:00 Introduction to Jon Gomm and His Music03:13 Experiences at NAMM and Music Trade Shows06:14 Challenges of Touring in the US08:54 The Art of Covering Songs11:37 Songwriting Process and Techniques12:20 Deep Dive into 'Deep Sea Fishes' Songwriting15:30 Technical Guitar Playing and Performance32:05 The Art of Tuning and Fingernails33:47 Songwriting Process: From Concept to Arrangement35:30 Production Techniques: Blending Acoustic and Synthetic Sounds37:24 The Importance of Originality in Music40:09 Navigating Creativity and Learning42:06 Exploring Alternate Tunings46:28 Texture and Expression in Fingerstyle Guitar54:46 Advice for Aspiring Guitarists01:02:40 Upcoming Projects and Events -
Join us for a chat with Trevor Gordon Hall, a guitarist and composer who's taken acoustic guitar into uncharted territory. Trevor breaks down his unique "structured spontaneity" practice approach, opens up about his recent trio work with Andy McKee and Callum Graham, and shares some real talk about making music in a digital world. We dig into the nuts and bolts of his reverb stacking experiments, his thoughts on AI in music, and what it takes to keep the creative fire burning.
If you've ever wondered how to keep your practice sessions meaningful or how to embrace new tech without losing your musical soul, Trevor's got some hard-won wisdom to share. It's a conversation that gets into the heart of what it means to be a musician today - both the challenges and the opportunities.
Links
🎸 Trevor Gordon Hall Online Lessons 🔥Truefire.com: https://prf.hn/click/camref:1011liVve/destination:https%3A%2F%2Ftruefire.com%2Feducators%2Ftrevor-gordon-hall%2Fe4601JamPlay.com: http://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lja53/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fjamplay.com%2Fguitar-lessons%2Ftrevor-gordon-hallTriplicit Trio album - https://tripliciti.com/"Light Through Colored Glass" nylon string album, Trevor Gordon Hall: https://trevorgordonhall.com/latest-studio-albumAndy McKee, "For My Father" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAphofZCkfYCallum Graham, "Tabula Rasa" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXJ5fgadB2kSheldon Schwartz luthier - https://schwartzguitars.com/Vanguard Audio Stereo Mics - https://www.vanguardaudiolabs.com/Tommy Emmanuel, "Papa George" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1dBRQHpMZQThe Power Of Habit, Charles Duhigg - https://amzn.to/4kew2FZJack Grassel - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Grassel Effortless Mastery, Kenny Werner - https://amzn.to/438E8JTThe War of Art, Stephen Pressfield - https://amzn.to/4kcPnXSEmily White on music management - https://amzn.to/4kaGjCLMood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Costs of the Perfect Playlist , Liz Pelly - https://amzn.to/3QsAPWmCaveman Country on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2IXGR6Cfp1a9XOF4Q79fnv?si=rtrc8cDxQ5m25M88zuFY5APeter Thiel, Zero to One - https://amzn.to/3F1gKE7Corin Nelson, mixing and mastering - https://www.corinnelsen.com/"Returning", Will Ackerman - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pUQNuiFuoQ&list=PLmxXxLpkLiHeflMb7kBba6OXsE6Cj2FhrNeural DSP Quad Cortex - https://neuraldsp.com/quad-cortex"This Beautiful Chaos", Trevor Gordon Hall - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sX1vs7RpWFo"Live From the Strand Theater", PBS - https://trevorgordonhall.com/new-live-album-orderChapters
00:00 Introduction to Trevor Gordon Hall01:10 Collaborative Projects and Trio Dynamics05:19 The Impact of COVID on Music Collaboration08:42 Exploring the Nylon String Guitar12:39 Creative Constraints and Mental Health18:27 Navigating Mental Health as a Musician25:40 Mindfulness and Mental Health27:09 The Pressure of Public Sharing28:36 Personal Resonance in Creativity29:14 Building Keystone Habits31:03 Morning Routines and Deep Work33:05 Structured Spontaneity in Practice39:10 Discipline vs. Passion in Music42:43 Long-Term Goals and Resistance46:05 Exploration and Enjoyment in Music48:51 The Impact of AI on Music49:48 Creative Collaboration with AI51:16 The Disruption of AI in the Arts52:46 Navigating the New Landscape of Music56:03 The Human Element in Music Creation59:42 Innovative Uses of AI in Live Performance01:05:00 Reverb Stacking: A New Frontier in Sound01:10:51 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Musicians -
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(Note: Reuploaded Feb 2 with improved audio so you can hear Chris's guitar.)
Jazz guitarist Chris Parks discusses his musical journey, focusing on the Barry Harris method and its influence on his playing. He shares practice tips, explores learning fundamentals, and emphasizes community learning through platforms like Open Studio while developing individual style.Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Chris Parks and His Journey05:08 Discovering Jazz and the Barry Harris Method10:05 Understanding the Barry Harris Methodology15:10 Integrating Barry Harris Concepts with Other Approaches19:57 The Freedom of Scales Over Chords25:11 The Unique Perspective of Harmony in Jazz37:01 Transforming Simplicity into Beauty in Music39:33 The Limitless Nature of Scales and Chords42:21 The Importance of Musical Practice and Accountability46:02 Finding Your Unique Voice on the Guitar51:42 Building a Community of Musicians54:17 Exploring Guitar Preferences and TechniquesLinks
Charlie Parker, "Embraceable You" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbT4JlDmjxgRoni Ben-Hur - https://ronibenhur.com/homeThings I Learned From Barry Harris channel - https://www.youtube.com/@thingsivelearnedfrombarryh2616Barry Harris videos from The Hague - https://www.youtube.com/@BarryHarrisVideosSatriani interview - https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/general_music_news/joe-satriani-names-one-issue-with-modern-guitarists-that-jimi-hendrix-never-had-its-not-their-fault/You'll Hear it Podcast - https://youllhearit.com/Open Studio Program - https://www.openstudiojazz.com/Lowden Acoustic Guitars - https://lowdenguitars.com/Gibson L-5 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gibson_L-5Collings I-35 - https://collingsguitars.com/electrics/i-35/Larrivee D-60 - https://www.larrivee.com/products/d-60-traditional-seriesTelecaster Road Series - https://reverb.com/p/fender-road-worn-50s-telecasterTim Lerch - https://www.theguitarjournal.com/tim-lerch/Pasquale Grasso - https://www.pasqualegrasso.com/The Amazing Bud Powell - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p38uSbPTyIQ&list=PLJPlEDxzQ3QZC55IC7yCKpCJWKL5BhUJoThomas Echols - https://www.thomasechols.com/ -
In this episode of the Guitar Journal podcast, Juno award-winning jazz guitarist Jocelyn Gould explores her journey into jazz guitar, the importance of transcription, and the role of live experience in jazz. Jocelyn shares insights on jazz theory, right-hand techniques, and her approach to gear and tone. The conversation also touches on current listening habits and favorite jazz standards, providing a comprehensive look at the world of jazz guitar.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating the Jazz Landscape10:12 The Art of Transcription 13:20 Understanding Jazz Theory16:24 The Barry Harris Method19:21 Right-Hand Techniques in Jazz Guitar22:17 Tone and Gear for Jazz Guitar25:26 Exploring Jazz Musicians and Influences28:29 Jocelyn's Playlist and Recommendations31:26 Closing Thoughts and Future Conversations39:55 Ending Logo.mp4Links
Book: Range - https://amzn.to/3PFWU3nBarry Harris Method - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_HarrisBebop Scales - https://www.jazzguitar.be/blog/bebop-scale/Hybrid Picking - https://www.pickupmusic.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-hybrid-pickingGeorge Benson Picking - https://acousticguitar.com/weekly-workout-how-to-pick-like-jazz-great-george-benson/"But Beautiful", by Jocelyn Gould - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpWuH0RpolMLink to Adam Rafferty interview who talked about Wes Montgomery's soundBenedetto Guitars - https://www.benedettoguitars.com/Fender Tube Amps - https://www.fender.com/en-US/guitar-amplifiers/Joe Pass - On playing loaned guitar: https://www.jazzguitar.be/forum/players/36600-joe-pass-his-guitars.html,Cordoba Mini II - https://amzn.to/3CesYIzThelonious Monk album recommendations"Monk's Dream" - https://open.spotify.com/album/5VTlqV8lZH3YspQ1cDcjrL?si=BrwytREdQzCR9Xb7eHDGDA,"Carnegie Hall with John Coltrane" - https://youtu.be/dgq_QZ74VI0?si=BhlVnUO7XnRyx0UXEmily Remler, "Live at the 4 Queens, Las Vegas, May 28, 1984" - https://open.spotify.com/track/5RMRH2Gn5ZmWypjoNRAK6y?si=235c0547190c41e2"My Shining Hour" - https://open.spotify.com/track/1SB2O48ynInev6U1kWIHJr?si=aec90e9032404d20 -
Fingerstyle virtuoso Maneli Jamal joins Jesse Paliotto to share his musical journey, insights on practice routines, songwriting, improvisation, and his Fingerstyle Pro course. They explore digital collaboration, AI's role in music, and Maneli's upcoming projects.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Maneli Jamal and His Journey05:56 The Role of Improvisation in Composition12:07 The Four Pillars of Practice17:59 The Future of Collaboration in Music27:02 Optimizing Practice Techniques33:45 The Role of Improvisation in Music Creation40:10 The Impact of AI on Music Creation48:44 Final Thoughts and Upcoming ProjectsLinks
ManeliJamal.comFingerstylepro.com Maneli's online teaching masterclassDon RossDon Ross Video Course7 Popular Thumbpicks to Mix Up Your Solo FingerpickingAudioMoversSonosBusPractice Framework: Accuracy, Timing, Speed, DynamicsSmall diaphraagm micsLarge diaphragm tube micsGreat River preamp -
In this episode of The Guitar Journal podcast, classical fingerstyle guitarist Will McNicol shares his musical journey, blending classical and contemporary styles. He discusses tone production, the evolution of fingerstyle guitar, and his "four hats" model for composition. Will and Jesse explore collaboration, community in music education, innovative teaching methods, and the psychological aspects of practice. The conversation touches on Will's Innotet project, his approach to composition, and the future of guitar design and live performance, emphasizing the value of original acoustic compositions.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Will McNichol and His Journey03:09 The Evolution of Guitar Playing and Composition06:04 Classical vs. Acoustic Guitar Techniques09:02 The Growth of Fingerstyle Guitar12:06 The Process of Composition18:04 The Importance of Editing in Music24:07 The Four Hats of Composition30:06 Arranging for Strings and Collaboration34:06 The Collaborative Process of Music Arranging39:19 Recording and Mixing: A Journey of Iteration41:04 The Challenges of Touring with a String Quartet44:24 Balancing Business and Creativity in Music51:06 The Importance of Collaboration in Music Education53:09 Building a Community Through Online Education01:04:34 Expressive Techniques in Fingerstyle Guitar01:05:53 The Magic of Scales in Music01:10:28 Transforming Scales into Musical Expression01:14:30 The Role of Originality in Guitar Music01:16:01 Current Musical Influences and Discoveries01:24:18 Innovative Guitar Designs and Gear PreferencesLinks
WillMcNicol.com.uk Antonio Forcione Ullapool Guitar Festival Innis Watson Albums: Innotet Volume 1 & Innotet Volume 2Album: Dragonflies, Frogs, and Bumblebees'The College' - Will's online education platform Book: Expressive Fingerstyle Guitar Techniques: 100 Exercises to Develop Dynamics, Tone, Articulation & Timing on Acoustic Guitar New book on Scales... COMING SOONSönke Meinen Wolfgang MuthspielAlbum: Etudes, Quietudes Verso Instruments in GermanyStringBreak Guitar Event -
In this episode of The Guitar Journal, Latin jazz guitarist Neff Irizarry discusses his journey from Virginia to Berklee, his album Cambio, and the importance of mentorship, style fusion, and transcriptions in music. Neff reflects on artistic integrity and musical connections across generations.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Neff Irizarry and His Journey02:57 The Roots of Latin Jazz and Personal Influences05:52 Education and Mentorship at Berklee08:52 The Fusion of Cultures in Music11:51 The Importance of Mentorship and Learning14:58 Studying with Steve Kahn and Musical Development18:03 The Role of Elders in Music20:56 The Connection Between Musicians23:56 Recording and Reflecting on Performance26:58 The Creative Process and Composition30:02 'Cambio (Change)': The New Album and Its Inspirations33:59 The Creative Process of Composition40:38 Navigating Collaboration and Production43:57 Managing Expectations and Artistic Integrity45:22 The Importance of Transcription in Music51:28 Understanding the Legacy of Influential Musicians57:01 Personal Music Preferences and Influences -
Fingerstyle guitarist Adam Rafferty shares his journey from jazz roots to hip-hop influences and fingerstyle mastery. He discusses groove, mentorship, and the challenges of building a sustainable music career, with insights from legends like Tommy Emmanuel and Wes Montgomery.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Adam Rafferty and His Journey00:48 Early Musical Influences and Beginnings06:02 Transitioning to Jazz and Classical Guitar12:08 The Hip-Hop Experience and Its Impact18:02 The Unexpected Success of 'Edelweiss'21:58 Finding a New Path in Jazz30:09 Navigating the Jazz Scene in New York33:39 Crossing Musical Boundaries36:57 The Power of Blues38:41 The Essence of Live Performance41:54 The Groove and Its Origins43:45 Finding My Path as a Guitarist46:56 Discovering New Musical Influences52:57 The Shift to Fingerstyle Guitar58:46 Building a Sustainable Music Career01:06:29 Exploring Fingerstyle Techniques and Influences01:17:55 The Journey to Finding the Right Sound01:28:39 Groove Over Speed: The Essence of Rhythm01:32:12 Connecting with the Audience Through Music -
Jesse Paliotto interviews fingerstyle guitarist Emil Ernebro about his journey, influences, and techniques. They discuss blending styles, Pro Guitar education, modern recording, and tips on improvisation and practice.
For show notes and other guests on The Guitar Journal, please visit https://theguitarjournal.com/emil-ernebro
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SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/theguitarjournalChapters:
00:00 Introduction to Fingerstyle Guitar and Emil Ernebro
02:54 Emil's Musical Journey and Influences
05:42 Developing Fingerstyle Technique
08:50 The Impact of Tommy Emmanuel
11:49 Building Skills in Fingerstyle Guitar
14:58 Pro Guitar: An Online Learning Platform
18:02 Teaching and Learning Fingerstyle Guitar
28:24 The Endless Journey of Learning Music
30:14 Navigating Music Licensing Challenges
33:48 The Importance of Personal Guidance in Music Education
37:15 Recording Albums in the Modern Era
42:48 The Shift from Albums to Individual Songs
47:35 The Value of Focused Practice
52:41 The Reality Behind Effortless Playing
58:29 Creating Music You Love
59:18 Recording Electric Guitar: Simple Setup
01:00:59 Quick Hit Questions: Insights from Emil
01:02:40 Musical Inspirations: Current Playlist
01:05:44 Discovering New Musicians: The Milk Carton Kids
01:08:20 Improvisation and Risk-Taking in Music
01:11:43 The Importance of Key Changes in Performance
01:14:54 Guitar Gear Dreams: Emil's Ideal Guitar
01:25:07 Closing Thoughts and Online Presence -
Jesse Paliotto chats with Tim Lerch about his journey, fingerstyle guitar, Ted Greene's impact, his new platform TimsGuitarWorkshop.com, and navigating music in the digital age. Discover insights on artistry, emotional connection, and the quest for the perfect guitar.
For show notes and other guests on The Guitar Journal, please visit https://theguitarjournal.com/tim-lerch
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SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/theguitarjournalChapters
00:00 - Introduction to Tim Lerch and His Journey
09:04 - The Impact of Ted Greene on Tim's Career
17:16 - Balancing Diverse Musical Projects
27:40 - Launching TimsGuitarWorkshop.com
34:36 - Teaching and Learning Approaches
41:27 - The Business of Music Distribution
58:25 - Staying True to Artistic Integrity
01:03:49 - The Influence of Bill Evans
01:10:24 - The Essence of Musical Restraint
01:18:44 - The Quest for the Perfect Guitar
