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Songwriting and Composition Part 2 of 2 (with Paul Barsom) Ep069

October 24, 2019EpisodesAaron Sefchick, band practice, bass, bass guitar, Boy Interrupted, Composer, composition, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, gigging, gigs, guitar, guitar lessons, guitar teacher, learn guitar, music, music industry, music lessons, Music podcast, music talk, music teacher, music theory, music tips, Paul Barsom, play guitar, podcast, recording, rock, song writer, songwriting, studio, talk show, The Weed GardenFret Buzz The Podcast

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In this episode, Aaron sits down with composer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Barsom of The Weed Garden to discuss his project’s latest release, Boy Interrupted.

Paul’s career as a composer and teacher of musical composition spans over 30 years and has influenced numbers of composition students and musical educators, including Fret Buzz The Podcast alumnus Tony Scaltz.

As a result, Tony makes a guest return to the show to join Aaron and Paul on the mic and discuss the genesis and recording of Boy Interrupted and the various styles and musical idioms the album invokes. In addition, the guys explore how composers approach creativity, musical invention, various career paths, adaptation to digital audio environments, and so much more.

Be on the lookout for Tony’s new line of skin care products, Prodigal Sun, which hits beaches across the country next summer.

Find more about Paul here:

http://paulbarsom.com/

Songwriting and Composition Part 1 of 2 (with Paul Barsom) Ep068

October 17, 2019EpisodesAaron Sefchick, band practice, bass, bass guitar, Boy Interrupted, Composer, composition, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, gigging, gigs, guitar, guitar lessons, guitar teacher, learn guitar, music, music industry, music lessons, Music podcast, music talk, music teacher, music theory, music tips, Paul Barsom, play guitar, podcast, recording, rock, song writer, songwriting, studio, talk show, The Weed GardenFret Buzz The Podcast

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In this episode, Aaron sits down with composer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Barsom of The Weed Garden to discuss his project’s latest release, Boy Interrupted.

Be on the lookout for Tony’s new line of skin care products, Prodigal Sun, which hits beaches across the country next summer.

Find more about Paul here:

http://paulbarsom.com/

Gigging, Military Bands Part 2 of 2 (with Guest Host, Jason Cale) Ep036

March 7, 2019Episodes3 piece band, Aaron Sefchick, Air Force Band, band, blues, Blues Fusion, buzz, Cale, contemporary gospel, entertainment, fret, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, gigging, gigs, guitar, guitar gear, guitar lessons, improvisation, jamming, Jason Cale, jazz, Jazz Fusion, Joe McMurray, learn guitar, Lindsay Guitars, McMurray, Military Band, Military Music, mixing, music, music tips, play guitar, podcast, recording, rock, Sefchick, studio, talk show, vocalsFret Buzz The Podcast

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We dig into the experiences of Jason Cale, an incredible guitarist out of Southeastern Virginia. Jason gives us insight into playing in military bands, cultivating an original sound and leading a professional band. With formal training in classical and jazz music, Jason is very influenced by blues and fusion guitarists like Allen Holdsworth, Greg Howe, Ritchie Kotzen, Robben Ford, Jimmy Herring, Frank Gambale, Eric Gales, and Joe Bonamassa. He is also keen on blending blues, funk, and gospel into his music.

The guys discuss gigging bands, the impact of horn and piano players, professional rehearsals, and how to play to audiences.

Jason tells us about his career as a military musician primarily with the United States Air Force, including performances in the Middle East for the US troops, backing up John Popper of Blues Traveler, performing on Late Night with Conan O’Brien.

We can’t help but to talk about gear. Jason tells us about his rig, complete with details about his Fender tube amps, analog pedals, and multiple guitars.

Aside from Jason’s guitar playing, we talk about singing, production and studio work.

Check out Jason and his band, the Jason Cale Band, at www.jasoncalemusic.com