May 2025 Challenge Response – Denise & Misty

[Denise]

Hi AMers

There is no instructional video with light bulbs but with pics from my fabulous holiday in Devon UK in May
where I also had the chance to meet up and jam with our AM member Andy.
Andy and his wife welcomed us in their house, which was very special to me and my partner. Thank you!
On our way back I made a short visit to Andertons in Guilford!

In my challenge I used the track and some licks from EP608 and rhythm ideas from EP611 Funky Dorian Groove.

A milestone (rather than light bulb) for me is that I learnt to combine/mix Brian’s ideas with my own.
In this case I flavored up the G minor pentatonic with some Dorian licks/runs.
G Dorian = F major. I played Dorian in different F major patterns.

Another milestone is to be able to play rhythm in different positions on the neck – thanks to Brian’s CAGED teaching.

I am looking forward to your ideas.
Denise

More Blues!

[Manfred M]

This sounds incredibly good, Denise and combined with the beautiful pictures is it a pleasure for the eyes and ears.
It is also my aim to combine Brian’s ideas from his lessons with my own. Maybe one day I’ll succeed as beautifully as you did here.

Take the chance to meet your AM friends on Zoom
The next Meetup will probably take place in July/August 2025

There will be a detailed announcement here in the forum in good time.

I look forward to meet you.
Manfred

[Jennifer D]

Denise that was fantastic! Really enjoyed that and the photos we’re very good too!

[Richard G]

Super rendition Denise, those Dorian runs and double stops so well played always gets to the heart of me. I loved your Devon pics, I was so glad the weather stayed fine for you.

Richard

[charjo]

Very different and cool vibe, terrific to see you branching out into different sounds. That dorian harmony at the end was really special.
John

[Alan L]

Really smooth playing, great groove and tone. Those rhythm ideas fit in seamlessly. Looks like a fabulous trip too!

[Bill]

Those notes flowed right off Misty’s fretboard. Excellent playing and nice blending of lead and some rhythm stabs.
Lovely pictures as well! Fun to meet up with another Am member.

[John H]

Denise,
Not your ‘go to sound’ but still very well played. Kind of had that “Robby Krieger” vibe from the Doors.
You played this very fluidly. Loved the tone (Misty is a beast) and appreciate how you venture out into a different
style/genre. Always a huge pleasure Denise. Loved everything about your presentation/arrangement. Thanks for your inspiration.

John H

[Paul S.]

Wow, that Dorian scale gave the whole piece a really distinctive sound. Captivating, actually, as were the photos.
And what kind of vacation trip would it be without a visit to a fabulous looking guitar store? I’m a little jealous.

[AndréM]

Awesome Dorian vibe, Denise.
Nicely played, love the short harmonized play at the end.
Very nice photos of your voyage,
Nice to meet your partner.

AndréM

AndréM

[James B]

Wonderful job of working your own ideas into this funky tune, Denise. Great timing and a cool ending. Looks like a lovely trip visiting Andy.

James

[Martin W]

Hi Denise , that’s a fine mix of the two lessons and combining your ideas works a treat , love the double stops and the short rhythm stabs
The Dorian sound is one of my favourites, you
Nailed it big time !
Love the pics from your Devon trip you certainly packed a lot in and some of those places look familiar , and to visit two amazing guitar shops as well as meeting Andy makes for a memorable trip .

Martin

[Michael L]

Hi Denise, what a fun experience all around! Great playing, and you know you’re making progress when your own ideas start showing up for you. Loved the pictures from your trip, and how fun that you were able to meet with Andy for a jam session.

[JoLa]

That sounded incredible, Denise! Really great tone and professional execution, love the Dorian (funky) vibe, your ideas are just as good as Brian’s and they mix in naturally. Also excited to see Misty, such a good looking and sounding axe!

So great to see you and Andy getting together and jamming, how fun! The pictures from the trip look so nice, it must have been a blast.

🎸JoLa

[JoeD1]

I loved the sound, loved the pictures, loved reading about your milestones, essentially I loved everything about your submission!

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

[sunjamr]

Well played, Denise…..I loved that Dorian vibe! And your photos are really beautiful. The countryside and beaches remind me a lot of New Zealand.

Sunjamr Steve

[Laurel C]

It had everything, music, scenery and friendships all rolled into one video. Well done, great sound and arrangement using Dorian.

[KT]

Hello guys
Great Dorian presentation. Love your background surrounding . Enjoying life with a partner that loves guitar La vita dolce!

[Wayne Nunez]

What a great story yall must have had a blast,great job very well played as always!

[Mark T]

Really like the feel coming out of this one, Denise, particularly the harmony towards the end – beautifully played with some lovely photos to accompany it – Mark 👍🎶😎

[Gary W]

Nice playing Denise! That Gm flavour is very hypnotic – I just went back to the lesson & will give it some more attention now – thanks for that. my son lived in Devon for many years & your film made me nostalgic. Best wishes.

Gary

[Pap]

Denise,

That was really well played. Your timing is right on and the composition using dorian is really nice. Well done and nice pics. Pap

[Juxi]

I always love your playing and your excellent tone, Denise. Well done again. Great pictures, too! Your guitar journey is very, very impressive! 👍🏽👍🏽

Bluesige Grüße
Juxi

[Dieter]

Wonderful bluesy music.

Dieter

[Serena C]

thanks Denise for this nice and interesting submssion and the beautiful pictures! Dorian mode creates such fascinating atmospheres!

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)

[Bob Utberg]

So cool you got to visit with another AMer Denise. Trip looked awesome. And, way to take a Brian approach and make it your own!

Bob U. (aka Bobby Ut)

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