Hey All, Just performed two pieces for my first jazz jury @ Tufts. Played Anthem by you know who, and Ragamuffin by Hedges. I played on my Larrivee OM-9, no...
Hi Adam I would recommend trying false nails. When I gig frequently I get the brush on acrylic nails. Since I play with a flatpick, I only use two fingers so...
... From: Adam Gustafson ... Not me. I just did a show where I was the only one playing with a pick. Everybody else was discussing nail care backstage.. ... ...
John, I must say your "secret handshake" made me laugh. Every now and again someone will, without prompting, ask if I play guitar, just by noticing the...
I use 400 to 600 grit sandpaper. A sheet of which purchased at your local hardware store for next to nothing will last a long time. Cut it up into small...
Adam,Tough luck about breaking the nail before a concert. I strongly recommend catching the frisbee with the LEFT hand as I've been doing.I haven't played...
Ever since I started growing my nails (not more than a few months now), I was told to by long time teacher and classical performer, Leandra Stavro, to use...
Admittedly, there exists a lot of hype about health enhancements these days. But if it is to be believed, I've read that a sufficient amount of calcium in...
True enough. But I don't think nails were designed to handle the abuse that steel strings place on them.... I have pretty hard nails, but after a few nights,...
I know this is a Towner forum, but has anyone heard Martin Taylor's version of "I Got Rhythm" from Portraits? I just heard it, and apparently there is no...
Adam - Yes, it's possible and it's probably the most technically incredible solo guitar piece I've ever heard. In addition to his solo album (called "In...
Hey there All Towner addicts (well I know I'm one) As I've always been a steel 6 string and nylon player, I have always found it difficult to play the deadly...
Nah.....I disagree with tuning down. Try a silk & steel 12 string set. I forget who makes them, I think maybe Martin. But that should do the trick for ya! :-) ...
I agree: Martin silk-and-steel 12-string strings sound great and are easier to fret. The down side? They wear out quickly. As for tuning, open tunings...
Hello everybody, I´ve got a Yamaha FG411-CE12 12-string guitar, and when I first played it, I thought of hanging it from the wall as decoration. It´s quite...
Also, and not to take anything away from Ralph, from what I understand the action on his guitar is incredibly low, which obviously helps anyone who plays 12...
... From: "sandro ocasio" <sandro_ocasio@...> ... Yes, a pro setup of the neck, intonation and bridge is a must. Temp and humidity are rough on guitars,...
Hey thanks everybody for your group support Couldn't believe all the quick replies. Was getting ready for a group hug there. LOL. Anyways, will definitely look...
Leo Kottke had a signature 12-string model instrument made by Taylor Guitars (in California in the USA) whose bracing is (I believe) a bit more fragile than...
Pierre Bensusan has an extensive chapter in his book regarding nails, nail care and nail strength. His method: Superglue with baking soda as a binder. File...
To the group (I know you're out there somewhere) - I know that Ralph plays on one tune on Weather Report's "I Sing the Body Electric" but I can't remember...
In a message dated 6/28/03 8:58:09 PM, goosenberg@... writes: << Ralph plays on one tune on Weather Report's "I Sing the Body Electric" >> Think it's...
Quite interesting what Bensusan has to say. Have tried SuperGlue straight but not with Baking Soda. Found that the Glue chipped and peeled off. Quite keen to...
Hi everyone, I decided to do a bit of a mass mailing to give you the rundown of my 3-day trip to the 24th annual Montreal Jazz Festival, which I returned from...
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