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  • EP 9: Trevor Gordon Hall on Structured Spontaneity, Collaboration, & AI's Creative Role

    EP 9: Trevor Gordon Hall on Structured Spontaneity, Collaboration, & AI's Creative Role
    Feb 21 2025
    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-orderChapters00:00 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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    1 h et 13 min
  • EP 8: Chris Parks on The Barry Harris Method and Rethinking Jazz Guitar

    EP 8: Chris Parks on The Barry Harris Method and Rethinking Jazz Guitar
    Feb 1 2025

    (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 Journey
    • 05:08 Discovering Jazz and the Barry Harris Method
    • 10:05 Understanding the Barry Harris Methodology
    • 15:10 Integrating Barry Harris Concepts with Other Approaches
    • 19:57 The Freedom of Scales Over Chords
    • 25:11 The Unique Perspective of Harmony in Jazz
    • 37:01 Transforming Simplicity into Beauty in Music
    • 39:33 The Limitless Nature of Scales and Chords
    • 42:21 The Importance of Musical Practice and Accountability
    • 46:02 Finding Your Unique Voice on the Guitar
    • 51:42 Building a Community of Musicians
    • 54:17 Exploring Guitar Preferences and Techniques

    Links

    • Charlie Parker, "Embraceable You" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbT4JlDmjxg
    • Roni Ben-Hur - https://ronibenhur.com/home
    • Things I Learned From Barry Harris channel - https://www.youtube.com/@thingsivelearnedfrombarryh2616
    • Barry Harris videos from The Hague - https://www.youtube.com/@BarryHarrisVideos
    • Satriani 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-5
    • Collings I-35 - https://collingsguitars.com/electrics/i-35/
    • Larrivee D-60 - https://www.larrivee.com/products/d-60-traditional-series
    • Telecaster Road Series - https://reverb.com/p/fender-road-worn-50s-telecaster
    • Tim 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=PLJPlEDxzQ3QZC55IC7yCKpCJWKL5BhUJo
    • Thomas Echols - https://www.thomasechols.com/
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    1 h et 9 min
  • EP 7: Jocelyn Gould on Starting Late, Jazz Fundamentals, and Crafting Your Sound

    EP 7: Jocelyn Gould on Starting Late, Jazz Fundamentals, and Crafting Your Sound
    Jan 17 2025

    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 Landscape
    • 10:12 The Art of Transcription
    • 13:20 Understanding Jazz Theory
    • 16:24 The Barry Harris Method
    • 19:21 Right-Hand Techniques in Jazz Guitar
    • 22:17 Tone and Gear for Jazz Guitar
    • 25:26 Exploring Jazz Musicians and Influences
    • 28:29 Jocelyn's Playlist and Recommendations
    • 31:26 Closing Thoughts and Future Conversations
    • 39:55 Ending Logo.mp4

    Links

    • Book: Range - https://amzn.to/3PFWU3n
    • Barry Harris Method - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_Harris
    • Bebop Scales - https://www.jazzguitar.be/blog/bebop-scale/
    • Hybrid Picking - https://www.pickupmusic.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-hybrid-picking
    • George 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=wpWuH0RpolM
    • Link to Adam Rafferty interview who talked about Wes Montgomery's sound
    • Benedetto 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/3CesYIz
    • Thelonious 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=BhlVnUO7XnRyx0UX
    • Emily 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
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    40 min
  • EP 6: Maneli Jamal on Songwriting, Guitar Journaling, Practice Tips, and AI

    EP 6: Maneli Jamal on Songwriting, Guitar Journaling, Practice Tips, and AI
    Jan 10 2025

    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 Journey
    • 05:56 The Role of Improvisation in Composition
    • 12:07 The Four Pillars of Practice
    • 17:59 The Future of Collaboration in Music
    • 27:02 Optimizing Practice Techniques
    • 33:45 The Role of Improvisation in Music Creation
    • 40:10 The Impact of AI on Music Creation
    • 48:44 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects

    Links

    • ManeliJamal.com
    • Fingerstylepro.com Maneli's online teaching masterclass
    • Don Ross
    • Don Ross Video Course
    • 7 Popular Thumbpicks to Mix Up Your Solo Fingerpicking
    • AudioMovers
    • SonosBus
    • Practice Framework: Accuracy, Timing, Speed, Dynamics
    • Small diaphraagm mics
    • Large diaphragm tube mics
    • Great River preamp
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    50 min
  • EP 5: Will McNicol on Composing, Tone, and Orchestral Collaborations in Fingerstyle Guitar

    EP 5: Will McNicol on Composing, Tone, and Orchestral Collaborations in Fingerstyle Guitar
    Jan 3 2025

    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 Journey
    • 03:09 The Evolution of Guitar Playing and Composition
    • 06:04 Classical vs. Acoustic Guitar Techniques
    • 09:02 The Growth of Fingerstyle Guitar
    • 12:06 The Process of Composition
    • 18:04 The Importance of Editing in Music
    • 24:07 The Four Hats of Composition
    • 30:06 Arranging for Strings and Collaboration
    • 34:06 The Collaborative Process of Music Arranging
    • 39:19 Recording and Mixing: A Journey of Iteration
    • 41:04 The Challenges of Touring with a String Quartet
    • 44:24 Balancing Business and Creativity in Music
    • 51:06 The Importance of Collaboration in Music Education
    • 53:09 Building a Community Through Online Education
    • 01:04:34 Expressive Techniques in Fingerstyle Guitar
    • 01:05:53 The Magic of Scales in Music
    • 01:10:28 Transforming Scales into Musical Expression
    • 01:14:30 The Role of Originality in Guitar Music
    • 01:16:01 Current Musical Influences and Discoveries
    • 01:24:18 Innovative Guitar Designs and Gear Preferences

    Links

    • WillMcNicol.com.uk
    • Antonio Forcione
    • Ullapool Guitar Festival
    • Innis Watson
    • Albums: Innotet Volume 1 & Innotet Volume 2
    • Album: 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 SOON
    • Sönke Meinen
    • Wolfgang Muthspiel
      • Album: Etudes, Quietudes
    • Verso Instruments in Germany
    • StringBreak Guitar Event
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    1 h et 33 min
  • EP 4: Neff Irizarry on Latin Jazz, Artistic Growth, and the Power of Transcriptions

    EP 4: Neff Irizarry on Latin Jazz, Artistic Growth, and the Power of Transcriptions
    Dec 27 2024

    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 Journey
    • 02:57 The Roots of Latin Jazz and Personal Influences
    • 05:52 Education and Mentorship at Berklee
    • 08:52 The Fusion of Cultures in Music
    • 11:51 The Importance of Mentorship and Learning
    • 14:58 Studying with Steve Kahn and Musical Development
    • 18:03 The Role of Elders in Music
    • 20:56 The Connection Between Musicians
    • 23:56 Recording and Reflecting on Performance
    • 26:58 The Creative Process and Composition
    • 30:02 'Cambio (Change)': The New Album and Its Inspirations
    • 33:59 The Creative Process of Composition
    • 40:38 Navigating Collaboration and Production
    • 43:57 Managing Expectations and Artistic Integrity
    • 45:22 The Importance of Transcription in Music
    • 51:28 Understanding the Legacy of Influential Musicians
    • 57:01 Personal Music Preferences and Influences
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    1 h et 6 min
  • EP3: Adam Rafferty's Wild Journey to Fingerstyle Guitar, Groove, & Building a Sustainable Music Career

    EP3: Adam Rafferty's Wild Journey to Fingerstyle Guitar, Groove, & Building a Sustainable Music Career
    Dec 20 2024

    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 Journey
    • 00:48 Early Musical Influences and Beginnings
    • 06:02 Transitioning to Jazz and Classical Guitar
    • 12:08 The Hip-Hop Experience and Its Impact
    • 18:02 The Unexpected Success of 'Edelweiss'
    • 21:58 Finding a New Path in Jazz
    • 30:09 Navigating the Jazz Scene in New York
    • 33:39 Crossing Musical Boundaries
    • 36:57 The Power of Blues
    • 38:41 The Essence of Live Performance
    • 41:54 The Groove and Its Origins
    • 43:45 Finding My Path as a Guitarist
    • 46:56 Discovering New Musical Influences
    • 52:57 The Shift to Fingerstyle Guitar
    • 58:46 Building a Sustainable Music Career
    • 01:06:29 Exploring Fingerstyle Techniques and Influences
    • 01:17:55 The Journey to Finding the Right Sound
    • 01:28:39 Groove Over Speed: The Essence of Rhythm
    • 01:32:12 Connecting with the Audience Through Music
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    1 h et 35 min
  • EP 2: Emil Ernebro on Building Fingerstyle Guitar Technique, Creative Influences, Production & Performing

    EP 2: Emil Ernebro on Building Fingerstyle Guitar Technique, Creative Influences, Production & Performing
    Dec 14 2024

    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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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guitarpodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theguitarjournal
    SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/theguitarjournal

    Chapters:
    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
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    1 h et 27 min