EP617 Dark and Spacey lead

[Geoff]

I know my taste can be a bit different but I, personally, rate this as one of the best lessons I have heard from Brian. I guess I like it because it seems to go beyond playing and tells a bit of a story.

In that light, I have tried to emulate this in my own improv section. Mostly working melody around the Eminor scale pattern and coming up with my own two note rhythm section. The whole effect comes out very Spanish sounding- my favorite 😁

[San Luis Rey]

Wow Geoff! You captured the feel of this one perfectly! The tone and timing were on the money and you improvised section fit in just right. This lesson can be a bit tricky but you nailed it!

Mike

[Geoff]

Thanks San Luis, I think this is one of those lessons that needs space between phrases for dramatic effect. Not too technically hard but musically more challenging I think. My kind of lesson for sure.

[charjo]

Nice lesson choice, Geoff. Sound great on electric.
John

[Geoff]

I have to admit, I was surprised by how it came out on my electric. This lesson did seem better suited to an acoustic but I was able to adapt it a bit.

[Garry]

Yes, I love this lesson too Geoff. Very well executed! You kept the same spacey, mysterious feel throughout and I agree, your Spanish, classical influences shone through.for sure. Great additions and … you’ve inspired me. I’ve got to find some more time to learn this one. All the best! 😎🎸😎

[Geoff]

You will smash this one Garry 🙂

[David L]

Melodic, spacey and haunting. Palpable vibe. And I get the Spanish flavor. Impressive use of harmonics and double-stops. Tone is perfect for this. Nicely done, as always, Geoff.

[Geoff]

Thanks David. I still remember you doing EP282 very well which is another favorite lesson of mine.

[JoeD1]

Simply smashing Geoff. I haven’t looked at the lesson but I couldn’t tell where the lesson ended and your improv began…that’s how good I thought you were. Brilliant!

Joe

The sight of a touch, or the scent of a sound,
Or the strength of an Oak with roots deep in the ground.
--Graeme Edge

[Geoff]

Thanks Joe, on this one I did try to keep with the spirit of the lesson – 🙂

[Dieter]

Wow, with the Spanish motifs and the excellent sound, you create a wonderful “mysterious” atmosphere—really very creative!

Dieter

[Geoff]

Thanks Dieter, this really was a fun one for me to do.

[wannaplayblues]

Very nice – and the panning *really* added to a spacial feel!!!!

"I hear you talkin' son, but you 'aint sayin' nothin'" - Will McFarlane quoting Muddy Waters hearing a really fast guitar player

[Geoff]

Oh you heard that wbp ? 🙂 Panning is something I use as standard these days but it takes headphones to hear it.

[sunjamr]

Me too, I really liked that lesson. I learned it, then started adding my own improv, as you did. You did a fine job, totally “in the spirit of”.

Sunjamr Steve

[Geoff]

Thanks Steve. Great lesson. I wish Brian did more like this.

[JoLa]

Simply beautiful! My kinda vibes, love your improvisations over this, Geoff! That would make an outstanding movie soundtrack, well done.

🎸JoLa

[Geoff]

As it happens, I enjoy “atmospheric” music that tells a story Jola. One of my all time favorites is Mike Oldfield’s “Songs of Distant Earth” album.

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