This was my September 2024 Challenge submission but never got the chance to post

[JoeD1]

Although it’s too late for the September Challenge, I thought I would post this in the Showcase Your Playing forum on Active Melody since it was finished anyway. This was done back in September 2024, prior to my accident, which has left me unable to play guitar, but I’m hoping to get back to it as soon as I am able!

The challenge was to create a rhythm, lead, or anything you want using a specific chord progression, which is A minor, D minor, G, and E – OR, as an alternative, you could do A minor, D minor, G, and C.

I used Logic Pro to create the backing track using Am, Dm, G, C, and to break it up, I created a bridge near the middle using C, G, C, G, G, Dm, G, Dm. The lead is only my fourth attempt at improv, and I think it sounds pretty good for a beginner, if I do say so myself. 😀

I’ve been occasionally lurking in the forums when I can and can’t wait to get back to it full time. It’s hard to find the time due to all the physical therapy, occupational therapy, wound care I’ve been getting not to mention the need for practicing the therapy exercises. I’m not complaining mind you, I need, and want, all the help I can get to improve my condition and return to a new normal way of life.

You all continue to inspire me to keep learning and attempting improv.

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

[JoLa]

Ooh, that was so refreshing to listen to, Joe!

So good that you still submitted it, doesn’t matter that it’s late for the challenge, it was so lovely and pleasure to listen to! I agree your improv was very nice, and a very good sounding chord progression underneath as well. I’m also glad to hear you’re on the mend. Yes, the convalescence may take a while and it’s a journey but it’s worth it. The most important part is to get better both physically and mentally. Wish you all the best, Happy Holidays!

🎸JoLa

[AndréM]

Hey Joe, I am happy you posted it.
You did an awesome job with the backtrack and a smooth improvisation.
Very relaxing piece.
Keep the pace on your therapy, can’t wait to see you back at it.
Great to hear from you brother.
All my best wishes to you and your family for the Holiday Season.
Take care.

André

AndréM

[Richard G]

Good to hear from you again Joe, timing on your submission’s not important but getting your strength back and the ability to join us again certainly is. I wish you a speedy recovery.

Richard

[Dieter]

Fine melodic licks.

Dieter

[charjo]

That was lovely, Joe. Looking forward to having you back on the forum.
All the best to you and your family for Christmas.
John

[Guido]

Really glad you found time to post your September challenge, Joe, and that your are step by step healing . It was great to listen to your piece of music.
Looking forward too to see you back in the forum, but take your time and all the best to you and your family for the Xmas Holidays!

Guido

[San Luis Rey]

That’s some nice playing Joe! Those hammer-on’s, pull-offs, slides and bends are sounding better than the beginner tag you give yourself. I hope your recovery continues each day and that you find joy in the new normal life ahead. You are an inspiration to us all!

Mike

[James B]

Nice job of improvising over this chord progression, Joe. All the best for your recovery and getting back to playing your guitar.

James

[Geoff]

Hey. Welcome back Joe ! 😄.

I actually think think this is one of the best you have put out so far and all your own too. I liked that you kept the lead simple and melodic with such nice tone and expression.

I was quite shocked by what you went through so your coming back better than before really impresses me 🙌🙌. I know how rehab can knock one back because I have been through it enough times with my hands and that is peanuts compared to what you have had to deal with.

Keep at it 😁

[Michael L]

Hi Joe, this is really an enjoyable and melodic composition. So nice to listen to!
Happy to hear you’re in and around the forum now and then. I think we’re all rooting for you to have a speedy recovery and be able to pick up that guitar again. Happy Holidays to you and your family.

[Gordon T]

Welcome back Joe!

[Martin W]

Hi Joe , sweet playing there , sounds great and very melodic , those bends were spot on . Gotta be your best to date 👌🎸
Wishing you all the best in your recovery process and getting back playing soon
Happy festive season.

Martin

[Manfred M]

So glad you posted it in retrospect, Joe. This is really some melodic and mellow lead playing. And it shows, that an fabulous musician you are.
It may be that your fate has just slowed you down, but I am sure that with your energy you will find your way back to where you can express yourself musically again. I am looking forward to it.
I wish you all the best for it!

Take the chance to meet your AM friends on Zoom
The next Meetup will be in spring 2025

There will be a detailed announcement here in the forum a few weeks before.

I look forward to meet you.
Manfred

[JoeD1]

Thanks for the well wishes everyone. I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas (or whatever holiday you celebrate) and a Happy New Year! 🌲

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

[Helen Lazaridou]

What a great performance Joe!!!Very smooth playing and with lots of feeling!!!I’m sure that with your determination and resilience you will be able to play again with even more enthusiasm and expressiveness!❤️💞💖In the meantime keep listening to music and have a very merry Christmas!!!It’s great to have you back❤️💞💖

[John H]

Beautiful Joe
Great to hear you again-missed your energy and enthusiasm. This is really nice, well played and superbly tasteful.

Great Stuff,

John

[Andy N]

Brilliant Joe. Both to hear you playing and to see you post it. Smoothly played with lots of melodic ideas. Looking forward to having you back with us. Hope the recovery continues apace and you can enjoy the Christmas holidays.

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