Daniel M

Got the studio up and running for daily "playing".

Ibanez prestige still pays beautifully after so many years.

When playing guitar there are some positive thoughts that go through my head that in turn produce nice melodies in solos. These three thoughts, “Be true to yourself”, “Be kind” and “Be brave” are inspired by watching the video afterwards. I know while playing many thoughts run through my head. I guess part of playing is organizing those thoughts and feelings. In that sense music is not so much for others but even more for oneself. The live music can be captured on video and people can join in on the experience. However, awkward it may be at times, music does bring people together and hopefully brings a sense if peace and direction where people can say “life does have meaning” and “it is worth the effort” more good ideas.

The daily play is a concert and practice session in one. Hands on guitar more important than perfection. Your new sounds more important than commercial covers. Your life shared a greater good than nothing. The world needs music. Without it we have only the windings of motors and clashings of horns and small talk. Think of the greater good. Not our own misery or potential destruction. But the eyes on the prize of eternity with Christ in focus and His work finished on calvary. We walk in faith determined to share and like that which is good and sturdy. Built on the rock. Not without hypocrisy just simple continuation of daily prayer and forgiveness. And daily play and improved improvisation. In the moment and in the light the truth is simple. Trust God and move towards the work of grace in every area. Believe, and you shall succeed. Get up an walk when your art is broken. Get up and play when your song is old and worn. Show yourself the song again. Get up and play and your ears will tell the difference.

I like this chord progression. Standard jazz four chord and repeat. A little difficult to solo over but managed ok

Just as the title says…sometimes improve brings in something magical. I like this one lick, sound like some old Pat Metheny.

The acoustic is for rhythm and soloing. With effects sounds even better like a synth or bass guitar.

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Effects pedal setting “Space”

Most of my jams are considered practice sessions in my mind. Playing everyday (with an audience) constitutes motivation, fun and humor, along with progressing forward in musicianship.

Has this Ibanez since 2000 and it still pays smooth as butter. The resonance is there with the flame maple top. Actually got this when I worked at a guitar shop. The story goes the shop owner asked for the best top from the distributor. Also paid cost. The benefits of a part time job. Always the key to success. 😄

Guitar is such a beautiful gift that keeps on giving. The skill required to make blues and jazz style guitar playing sound good is profound. The hours required to learn the basics and then to improve on them takes patience and helps discover character from within. Developing your owns style is the ultimate profession of guitar playing.

Laying down rhythm look track on my Boss Loop Station RC-1

Long time ago I had a little audition for an Air Force band called Tops In Blue.

The guitar doesn’t rake a break, neither should we. Playing guitar, like any instrument makes you focus and improve your method and strategy. Playing more brings more skill and experience and also peace as you improve and meet your goals.

Jamming at the house.

Some standard jazz chords looped with a sweet style blues sounding solo. Better than pizza and ice cream on a Sunday afternoon imo.