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Seattle, Lead Guitar, Writing and Recording an Album Part 2 of 2 (with Brent Lyons of Solving Sounds) Ep043

April 25, 2019EpisodesAaron Sefchick, album, band practice, Brent Lyons, EP, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, guitar, guitar effects, guitar lessons, home recording, home studio, improvisation, Joe McMurray, lead guitar, learn guitar, music, Music podcast, music talk, music teacher, music theory, play guitar, podcast, recording, rock, Seattle music, Solving Sounds, studio, talk show, teaching guitarFret Buzz The Podcast

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In Part 2 of 2, Joe McMurray and Aaron Sefchick continue their conversation with Brent Lyons of the “Solving Sounds” podcast. They talk about the process of writing and recording an album, the popular music scene, and the way that society consumes music.

Brent tells us about his approach to writing and recording an album from start to finish. He writes songs in batches, with a focus on the overall sequencing and journey of the album (think Pink Floyd’s “The Wall”). The guys discuss the virtues of creating music for art versus promotion. Brent talks about how he writes individual songs – using different instruments to create the main hooks. The guys hash out creativity in the studio, including working with engineers who have songwriting/arranging input, using different equipment for different tones, and using Ableton and MIDI to spur creativity.

Finally, Brent, Aaron, and Joe talk about the state of the overall music scene and how it is influenced by the ways that the general public consumes music. With the lack of new band cultivation by major record labels, the legendary bands of the past have been elevated to even higher statuses, and reunion tours and tribute bands have gained momentum.

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Seattle, Lead Guitar, Writing and Recording an Album Part 1 of 2 (with Brent Lyons of Solving Sounds) Ep042

April 18, 2019EpisodesAaron Sefchick, band practice, Brent Lyons, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, guitar, guitar effects, guitar lessons, improvisation, Joe McMurray, lead guitar, learn guitar, music, Music podcast, music talk, music teacher, music theory, play guitar, podcast, recording, rock, Seattle music, Solving Sounds, talk show, teaching guitarFret Buzz The Podcast

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In Part 1 of 2, Joe McMurray and Aaron Sefchick are joined by Brent Lyons of the “Solving Sounds” podcast to discuss his podcast, the Seattle music scene, approaches to lead guitar and music theory, and guitar effects.

Brent tells the guys about the different sub-scenes in Seattle, from indie rock to heavy sludge rock to folk and acoustic. He also talks about the transforming landscapes within the scene, including old venues closing down due to gentrification, and the challenge of “pay-to-play” gigs.

The guys talk about Brent’s Solving Sounds podcast, its release schedule, and some of its memorable moments.

The episode ends with an in-depth discussion on approaches to playing lead guitar, learning music theory, and Brent’s favorite guitar effects pedals.

Check out Solving Sounds on your favorite podcasting app or at:

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Jazz and Higher Education with Dr. Shawn Purcell Ep039

March 28, 2019EpisodesAaron Sefchick, Airmen of Note, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, George Mason University, guitar, guitar lessons, improvisation, jazz, jazz guitar, Jazz Performance, Joe McMurray, learn guitar, McMurray, military musician, music, music school, music talk, music teacher, music theory, play guitar, podcast, practice routine, recording, rock, Sefchick, Shawn Purcell, sight reading, talk show, teaching, U.S. Navy CommodoresFret Buzz The Podcast

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Dr. Shawn Purcell, who teaches jazz guitar and jazz arranging at George Mason University and performs for the U.S. Navy Commodores, provides us with many insights into his story, learning and teaching music at a collegiate level, touring with the Ringling Brothers Circus, and his career as a military musician.

Shawn, Joe, and Aaron discuss methodical and efficient practice routines, working with new students to develop these practice routines, and the need to adjust these practice routines to prepare for different sorts of gigs and musical opportunities.

Shawn’s story takes us from his youthful days of Led Zeppelin, Ozzy Osbourne, Steve Vai, and Van Halen to his college days in which he studied jazz guitar and the recording arts at Duquesne University. Upon graduation he landed a gig touring with the Ringling Brothers Circus, for which he spent two years traveling around the country on a circus train and played guitar for a living. His next stop was eight years as the guitarist for the Air Force’s premier jazz ensemble, the Airmen of Note.

in 2004, Shawn and his wife, Dr. Darden Purcell, moved to Nashville where he gigged and earned his Master of Arts in Music from Middle Tennessee State University. He gives us details of his experiences in the Nashville music scene.

If you thought Shawn had already received a lot of music education, he and his wife then moved to Illinois where he earned his Doctor of Musical Arts in Jazz Performance. After a period of teaching at the National Guitar Workshop, he landed the job as the guitarist for the U.S. Naval Academy Band, and a couple years later he won the position as guitarist for the U.S. Navy Band “Commodores” jazz ensemble in Washington DC. Shawn tells us lots of information about becoming a military musician, the lifestyle, the necessary skills, etc. He stresses the importance of being able to sight read!

Finally we get into a deeper discussion about higher education: how to become a music professor, what that experience is like, how universities work, etc.

Shawn was one of Joe’s jazz guitar teachers at George Mason University, and Shawn’s methodical and organized style of teaching helped Joe achieve tremendous growth as a guitarist and as a teacher.

Check out Dr. Shawn Purcell at www.shawnpurcell.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

Fingerstyle Guitar Part 2 of 2 (with Guest Host, Dustin Furlow) Ep029

January 17, 2019EpisodesAaron Sefchick, acoustic, acoustic guitar, Andy McKee, Beneteau, Beneteau Guitars, conversation, Dustin Furlow, Emmanuel, finger picking, fingerstyle, fingerstyle guitar, fret, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, Furlow, guitar, guitar lessons, Joe McMurray, Larrivee, Larrivee Guitars, learn guitar, McKee, McMurray, music, music talk, music theory, play guitar, podcast, recording, Sefchick, talk show, teaching, Tommy Emmanuel, WoodscapesFret Buzz The Podcast

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In part 2 of Fingerstyle Guitar, Dustin gets into his process of arranging his compositions and how he goes about coming up with his melodies. The guys also discuss one of his original songs, “Elder Tree”, the role of an audience, how Dustin was approached by booking agents, the process of booking shows/tours, concertsinyourhome.org, Dustin’s connection to fingerstyle and his solo show, his practice routine and resources that he recommends.

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Recording and Mixing Part 2 of 2 (with Guest Host, Tynz Hampton) Ep022

November 29, 2018Episodesaudio engineer, derecording, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, guitar, mic, microphone, mixing, mixing drums, music, podcast, preproduction, producer, recording, recording engineer, recording studio, studio, talk show, TynzFret Buzz The Podcast

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In part 2 of Recording and Mixing, the guys get into topics like where to start with a mix, how to approach mixing drums, an audio engineer vs. a producer, preproduction and communication, laziness and stealing music, having the client mix with you vs. mixing on your own, and expectations of an audio engineer.

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Recording and Mixing Part 1 of 2 (with Guest Host, Tynz Hampton) Ep021

November 22, 2018Episodesbass, buzzards, derecording.com, fletcher munson, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, listening, mixing, motivation, music, podcast, recording, recording studio, studio, talk show, Tynz, Tynz Hampton, vocals, voiceFret Buzz The Podcast

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This week Joe and Aaron sit down with guest host Tynz Hampton and talk about taking care of yourself before the studio, releasing your music now, the fear of putting yourself out there, mixing in a sonic space, the Fletcher Munson Curve, and taking a breaks for fresh ears.

The Recording Studio tips and tricks from the Fret Buzzards Ep019

November 8, 2018Episodesband practice, cables, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, guitar, interface, mic placement, microphone, microphones, mixing, music, podcast, preamp, recording, recording studio, talk show, vocal micFret Buzz The Podcast

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Aaron and Joe begin the process of familiarising those who may not be as knowledgable in the studio envirornment. Making sure the palyer in in top condition, using the right microphone and experimenting with mic placement, cables, and the interface/preamps.