July 2022 Challenge Response – Werner

[Werner]

Back in January I already knew that this will be my 12th submission in a row.
Now I’m excited and can’t sleep at night thinking about that special T-shirt.

According to the occasion I challenged myself with a special treatment: not only to improve my fingerstyle technique (what I wish I had managed better), but to do so with EP 202 – a very tough cookie for me.
EP 202 has two parts – rhythm and lead – I hope you like it.

Werner.

[John H]

I really like this Werner, the second version is much cleaner and you play with obvious confidence. Job well done. I love the steady bass groove. You are right, very challenging. Something I need to focus on. Also, your pup is both loyal and really cool. Thanks for sharing.

JH

[Lights]

Congrats about your T-shirt, Werner! Your improvement is real, keep on going!
Lights.

[Livio M]

Bravo Werner you did a good job and you chose a great piece.
Congratulations for the t-shirt that in my opinion the dog should also deserve it for his punctual presences.

Livio

[Martin W]

Congrats on your 12th challenge submission and wow what a difference so much more refined than the original the bass groove really stands out .

Martin

[Brad V]

Nice what a great job, I can see you confidence and clear playing well done. Love the practice space too & posters.

[James B]

Nice picking, Werner. That’s a cool lesson playing both parts. Chet Atkins style.

James

[sunjamr]

Superb, Werner! The July version was waaaaay better than the January version. If you ever plan on playing on stage somewhere, you should definitely take your dog up on stage with you.

Sunjamr Steve

[AndréM]

I like both.
Your pup seems to like both too.
Your finger picking is getting there.
Well done.

AndréM

AndréM

[Phil B]

Definitely an improvement there Werner and your dog seems more relaxed with your improved style too.

[Don Patton jr]

Werner
Much improvement on your July submission! You played it fluidly with proved timing and accuracy…good job !👍

Don P

[Garry]

Sounding great Werner. Your July playing is much more confident, well done on your progress and congratulations on Number 12! It’s definitely a buzz when the T-Shirt arrives in the mail. All the best! 🥸🎸🥸

[Laurel C]

The improvement is definitely noticeable. Confident playing and fluent. Great job, it is exciting to earn that one off t-shirt, wear it as a badge of honour.

[Manfred M]

Clear improvement, Werner. You are much more familiar with fingerstyle playing then in January. And to mix the rhythm and solopart went really successful. Fine achievement!

Take the chance to meet your AM friends on Zoom
The next Meetup will be on February 28, 2026

For more information click here

I look forward to meet you.
Manfred

[Bob Utberg]

You’ve done your homework Werner. Sounds great! I can tell you just love playing guitar. That is what it is all about, right? Bob

Bob U. (aka Bobby Ut)

[Alan K]

Your diligence has paid off Werner. I see a marked improvement since January. Much smoother and you seem more confident. I can see by the look in your dog’s face that she or he also agrees.

[Carpa]

You are on the right track, well played.

[charjo]

Nice groove, Werner, and the lead sounded great over it. As colourful as your new posters are, I miss Jimi.
John

[Serena C]

Well done Werner! Nice improved performance, and congrats on your 12th submission too!

If I wasn't making mistakes I wouldn't be the kind of player I want to be. Perfection is dangerous.
It's all about taking risks, sometimes you get to some place, sometimes you get to a different place. (Brian May)

[Michael L]

Hi Werner, you’ve been putting in the work and it shows! This piece is really starting to come together for you. Congratulations on the improvement and keep on going.

[Juxi]

Great improvement, Werner. Above all, congrats on being a challenge champion! You really deserve your t-Shirt!
Herzliche Grüße aus Oberschwaben.

Bluesige Grüße
Juxi

[JoLa]

Excellent improvement, Werner! Your fingerpicking was way more confident and accurate, and you even added a lead, well done! The loyalty of your companion is adorable and I have a feeling she is waiting for a treat after the recording 😊 Congrats on the 12th sub and the special t-shirt!

🎸JoLa

[Pap]

Werner, the 2nd version is showing real imrprovement! You barely looked down at the guitar in the second version. Cheers. Pap

[Tom D]

Congratulations Werner! You successfully met the challenge in playing rhythm and lead on your song, and sounded great (love your D35; I have one too:-)! Your Travis style picking is very solid, and your lead work was a very enjoyable fit. Thanks for all you and your faithful friend have brought to AM in the past year.

Prost, Tom

[Scott M]

Excellent progress developing your finger style skills, your delivery is much smoother and full of confidence. Congratulations on your 12th consecutive submission!

Scott

[Mark T]

Fantastic performance, Werner – the improvement is clear to see and hear! Your confidence, fluidity and precision are a huge difference from Jan. Brilliantly done 👍😎

[Reuben B]

I can see real improvement in the July version, much up tempo and precised played with real confidence. Great submission.

[FergalT]

Well done Werner – great improvement

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