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May 8, 2026 at 5:23 am #414543
Hi members,
My initial thought was that I need some rock chords and distortion and this is what I ended up with.
Two voicings each of an A major 7th and D major 7th returning to an Asus2 and second time to an A maj 9th.
Hope this qualifies.
Looking forward to all your creative submissions.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the AM mom’s.John
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May 8, 2026 at 5:42 am #414545
A beautiful arrangement John, your chord selection and mellow tone gave it that lavish feel. Just right for the next TV Historical Drama Series.
Richard
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May 8, 2026 at 5:53 am #414548
John, very dreamy with drops of tranquility. A far cry from rock chords and distortion. (Though you could do an arrangement with the light and shade of both, now that would be interesting). It is so pleasant and emotive to listen to but also sophisticated in its arrangement.
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May 8, 2026 at 7:36 am #414585
This is such a pretty piece you’ve come up with, John – I could listen to this over and over. Beautiful. – Mark 👍🎶😎
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May 8, 2026 at 8:28 am #414613
This is such a smooth and gentle hook idea, John.
And played to perfection with so much feeeeeel!Take the chance to meet your AM friends on Zoom
The next Meetup will be July
There will be a detailed announcement here in the forum
I look forward to meet you.
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May 8, 2026 at 8:43 am #414617
Love the video filter affect
Love the arrangement-Classy, fluid and catchy
For some reason I was expecting something like “Crossroads” or ” Purple Haze”Impressive🎶🎸😎
John
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May 8, 2026 at 9:01 am #414622
Those maj 7s evoke that laid back dreamy sound , nice arrangement and a catchy tune, the simplicity of your chord choices work well .
Martin
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May 8, 2026 at 11:06 am #414648
Hey John, when did you start playing jazz?! Sounds so smooth and melodic. Funny, I imagined a TV commercial for bubble bath or the like. It has that relaxing sanctuary vibe.
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May 8, 2026 at 1:24 pm #414733
I can’t let you have all the good chords, Michael.
John
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May 8, 2026 at 12:04 pm #414671
Well, I was expecting a Sunshine of Your Love type lick, but this is even awesomer!
Reminds me immediately of Erik Satie (think Gymnopédie).
Very creative composing and beautifully played!!
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May 8, 2026 at 12:11 pm #414676
I thought I was gonna hear some Purple Haze-esque hook but you blew me away with that light and spacey melodic hook John!
Joe
The sight of a touch, or the scent of a sound,
Or the strength of an Oak with roots deep in the ground.
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May 8, 2026 at 12:22 pm #414692
Beautiful progression. That would be a fun loop to jam over!
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May 8, 2026 at 1:05 pm #414721
Seen a different side to you this month John. The Larry Carlton side! That’s a super progression with the sweetness of the major 7ths and the sus chords. Love that evocative sound. Extra credit too for composing a hook which stands on its own, unaccompanied. Spot on 👌
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May 8, 2026 at 1:19 pm #414729
John, what comes to mind when I listened to this is a Disney movie theme song. Really nice! pap
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May 8, 2026 at 3:09 pm #414772
Those are some expensive chords.
Go slow and practice correct technique, and your abilities will dramatically improve.
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May 8, 2026 at 3:17 pm #414776
The atmosphere is ethereal and relaxing….the chords you chose fit perfectly and you played them really well. Excellent.
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May 8, 2026 at 5:47 pm #414797
Yep, that works as a hook for me. I can’t wait to hear what comes next….
Sunjamr Steve
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May 8, 2026 at 8:43 pm #414844
Really lush and pretty sounding John. Good to hear this side of your playing.
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May 8, 2026 at 11:09 pm #414875
Beautiful arrangement.
Superb tone.AndréM
AndréM
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May 9, 2026 at 12:00 pm #415058
Beatiful John, I love to listen to your work & this was no exception. I could hear that piece worked up to be placed maybe as an intro, break and conclusion/outro to a Lana Del Ray song. Lovely.
Gary
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May 10, 2026 at 3:28 am #415236
Wow !!!! That´s music is “dreamy” and the sound you found for your guitar and this composition fits perfect. Thank you,
Werner
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May 10, 2026 at 3:49 am #415248
Beautiful arrangement with a very warm sound 👍
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May 10, 2026 at 4:13 am #415263
The I – IV major 7th and other voicing chord sequence is always a winner, and your short composition over this progression is beautiful, so well played and melodic, John! Great work and a treat for the ears.
Guido
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May 10, 2026 at 1:52 pm #415354
So lush and jazzy, loved it! The tone was simply delicious – this will definitely stay in my head for a while now 🙂
🎸JoLa
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May 10, 2026 at 4:21 pm #415388
Just beautiful, John. Matching video work, awesome submission! 👍🏽👍🏽
Bluesige Grüße
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May 10, 2026 at 11:23 pm #415457
Wonderful harmonic playing.
Dieter
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May 12, 2026 at 10:45 am #415659
It sounded like the best elevator or phone hold music ever
And
I mean that as a complimentIt just washes over you and you exhale relax and go ahhhhh
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