A Word on Writing Rhythms
Here are four examples of rhythms: Ex 1: Ex 2:
Author: Nick Grinlinton
Nick Grinlinton is a guitarist, composer and educator based in Brooklyn, NY. He is a two-time ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award finalist and has composed and played music for Jerry Seinfeld's web series "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee". A speedy runner, Nick currently focuses on racing distances from the mile all the way to the marathon. As he continues to train daily, he is currently examining what effect music has towards running. To learn more and to contact Nick, visit his website.
Thoughts on Playing Music
If you think you’ve made a mistake, it probably did not happen. No need to stress yourself out. If you are playing a piece and it feels just right, it is probably too fast. If you play a piece and it feels too slow, it is probably at the right tempo. If you consistently work […]
Guitar Effects Primer
When playing guitar, you’ll come across using guitar effects from time to time. Initially, these different sounds seduce guitar players: “Listen to that sound!” “That’s so cool!” “I’m going to use this for every song!” As the years roll by however, it is more common for guitarists to be more selective with the tones they […]
How to Shape Fingernails
When I started to play classical guitar in 2005, I had to grow out the nails in my right hand; against my will. When I took formal lessons in college, it seemed as if I had to go against my will again and grow them out longer. Not that I’m a vain individual, but I […]
Advice for Singers
In my previous post, Advice for Playing Guitar in an Ensemble, I conveyed my thoughts about playing this instruments, rather it be in a rehearsal, studio or live setting. Now, I’d like to share my thoughts with singers. It’s my hope to further educate singers who don’t necessarily play instruments or hang around with other […]
Chord-Scale Primer
By no means does this develop one’s vocabulary extensively, but listed here are scalar options for chords often found in the jazz idiom. Also, there are more possibilities when studying modes derived from major, melodic minor, harmonic minor and harmonic major. The goal would be to develop hearing these scale options over chords as well […]