July 2026 Challenge Response – Michael L

[Michael L]

Hi everyone, this month was so open (no pun intended… space… open?) that it was not easy to pin down exactly what to play. I spent time listening to backing tracks and settled on EP115, a lesson on guitar with piano. Nice medium tempo piano track which was a good foundation for my acoustic guitar. And then, letting creativity and use of space take it from there. This is primarily a major pentatonic lead with some double-stops here and there. Oh, and the soft-focus effect comes for free! I didn’t realize how bright the sun was behind that window blind. Hope you enjoy!

[Mike W]

That was so smooth Michael. Lovely melody and the double stops and bends were spot on. Your spaces made it sound like a conversation.

[Ruediger V]

Great rendition -very melodic

[Michael Krailo]

Awesome work Michael, not predictable at all.

Go slow and practice correct technique, and your abilities will dramatically improve.

[JoeD1]

That was very pretty Michael. The double stops, slides, and bends all added to the smoothness.

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

[Scott W]

I remember that ep115. Actually its in my bookmark. AKA To do list. I liked the way you pulled it off. Great work.

[AndréM]

Great submission Michael.
Relaxing and mellow.
Love the long spaces.

AndréM

AndréM

[sunjamr]

That worked like a charm, Michael. Strangely enough, I also considered using that backing track. I thought the contrast in sound from the piano vs guitar would offer many good opportunities for leaving space. And you just proved that to be true. Well played!

Sunjamr Steve

[Denise]

Well chosen track. Piano and acoustic guitar go together beautifully! Love these double stops, bends and dreamy melodic lines. I like your phrasing. Very well done, Michael.

More Blues!

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