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Rex and the Bass 2016 Year in Review
This wraps up my 7th year of blogging, and Rex and the Bass is still plodding along. I appreciate the support of my readers, and I read all of the comments that you post on this site. If nobody looked at these pages, I would lose motivation and move on to something else.
2016 is done and this page is on the verge of a few significant milestones: the blog has almost 1,000 posts, and Rex and the Bass is rapidly approaching 1,000,000 page views. Wow!
The side project of a blog has led to a few other side projects – writing gigs for Blues Blast Magazine and Chicago Blues Guide. Many thanks to their editors for having faith in me! It was a bit of a stretch this year as I was finishing up my master's thesis, but somehow nothing went off the tracks.
As in previous years, here is a list of the top ten most read posts of all time for Rex and the Bass:
1. Apple A1121 iPod Hi-fi
2. Fender Jazz Bass Special Re-issue
3. Crystal Castles (2010) Album Review
4. Philip Kubicki Factor Basses
5. Little Dot Mark III Headphone Amplifier Review
6. Memory Lane: Pulp Fiction Soundtrack
7. Art and Lutherie Ami Cedar Parlour Acoustic Guitar
8. Gallien-Krueger 400RB Bass Amplifier Review
9. Fender Jazz Bass Special
10. Honda EU2000i Portable Generator Review
I have always said that I would stop writing this blog when it is no longer fun. Well, I am not there yet, so I look forward to another year of sharing with you!
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Labels: Blog, Hubris
Blues Blast Magazine Album Review: Deb Ryder – Let it Rain
This CD review was originally published in the May 7, 2015 edition of Blues Blast Magazine. Be sure to check out the rest of the magazine at www.bluesblastmagazine.com
Deb Ryder – Let it Rain | Album Review
Bejeb Music
www.debryder.com
11 tracks / 46:54
Sometimes an album comes along that just has everything going for it: solid songwriting, talented personnel that click with each other, and top-shelf production values. Deb Ryder's sophomore solo album, Let it Rain, checks all of these boxes and then some. This disc proves that her excellent debut CD was no fluke, and that she definitely has a role in the future of blues music in the United States.
Deb Ryder is originally from Illinois, where she got an introduction to the Chicago music scene courtesy of her father, an in-demand musician and club owner. Her family moved to Los Angeles, where she often had the opportunity to sing at the Topanga Corral (owned by her step-father), opening for great artists such as Big Joe Turner, Charlie Musselwhite, and Taj Mahal, as well as her mentor, Etta James. Fast forward a few years, and you will find her still in the City of Angels, and making a name for herself as a powerful singer and songwriter.
For Let it Rain, Ryder could not have done any better than having Grammy-winner Tony Braunagel come on board as producer and drummer. They were joined in the famed Ultratone Studios in Studio City by bassist Ric Ryder (her husband), Mike Finnigan on the keys, Johnny Lee Schell and Kirk Fletcher on guitar, and the killer horn section of Lee Thornburg and Lon Price. These folks are all first-call musicians, and there are also a few guest artists that joined in to really make this a special project.
Like her debut, Might Just Get Lucky, this album is made up solely of songs that were written by Deb, and you will find that she is a very good songwriter and she does not limit herself to one sound. This record is a journey from Illinois to Louisiana, and she nails the blues sound as it is found in both of these places, as well as everywhere in between. The set opens strongly with "That's Just How It Is" and the band is tight with killer leads from Fletcher's guitar, and Finnigan setting the tone with his Hammond B3 as Ric Ryder and Braunagel hold the bottom end down. Deb's voice is worthy of this fine accompaniment, as her voice is powerful and dripping with soul.
The next track brings the well-arranged horns and Schell's guitar into the mix with the cool Latin-tinged shuffle, "Can't Go Back Again." This song is backed up by the swinging "You Won't Be True" and gloriously dark "Guilty As Sin," couple of tunes about a woman done wrong. A tasty bonus is some righteous harmonica work from guest artist Kim Wilson on the latter. You know, you just cannot beat lines like, "You've been talking in your sleep, and Betsy ain't my name." Ryder's timing and phrasing are spot on as she adds plenty of drama to the proceedings.
Deb Ryder is not afraid of jumping into the deep end of the pool and she wrote a couple of heartfelt gospel and soul tunes, "Cry Another Tear" and "Hold Your Lamp High" to really change things up. Her voice can take on all of the genres that she tried on this disc, and these two songs are no exception. Of course, she is helped out by her steady backline and some wonderful work from Finnigan on the organ. This record really delivers the goods, and things never get dull!
On "Ma Misere," Braunagel lays down a heavy Cajun beat as he is joined by David Fraser on accordion, and none other than Albert Lee on guitar. There are definitely benefits to recording in LA, and having Mr. Telecaster just down the hill from you in Malibu has to be near the top of the list. After this super-fun song, the disc closes out with "Round and Around," a more bare-bones Delta and gospel-inspired track that features lovely resonator guitar from Schell and some nice harp courtesy of Wilson. This was a wise choice to end the set, as it brings the listener back to the roots of blues music.
There is not a miscue through all eleven of these tracks and kudos for this studio magic need to go out to Schell, who recorded and mixed the album.
Deb Ryder's Let it Rain is the real deal, and we will certainly be hearing more from her. Though you will certainly love this disc, keep in mind that her talents go beyond the studio. Judging by her show last month at Malarkey's in Long Beach she is a tremendous live performer too, so you should be sure to check out her live show if you are around the Southland -- it will definitely be a good use of your time and money!
Labels: Albert Lee, David Fraser, Deb Ryder, James Hutchinson, Johnny Lee Schell, Kim Wilson, Kirk Fletcher, Lee Thornburg, Lon Price, Mike Finnigan, Ric Ryder, Tony Braunagel, Ultratone Studios
IK Multimedia MODO BASS Plug-in Review
As a bass player I am skeptical of any electronic device that wants to replace me, but I was still excited to try out IK Multimedia's new MODO BASS modeling software. You see, I have used their amplifier modeling programs before and was blown away, so I expected them to do a fine job with this plug-in too. I was not disappointed!
IK Multimedia touts a total bass experience, with the ability of the user to choose their own bass, amplifier and effects, but it goes much further than this, with options for different fingerstyles, and even choices for how fresh you want the strings to be. It is hard to find anything that their engineers missed, really. This goes way beyond what other companies have provided for the bass modeling software. Way beyond.
To get started, I downloaded MODO BASS onto my 2014 MacBook Pro, and it installed without a hitch, with the program taking up less than 200 megs of memory. From there it was time to mess around with the program and see what I could make it do. There is not much in the way of a help function, but you will not need one. This program is like using a smart phone – you can figure it out by yourself. If you cannot figure it out on your own then you are going to have way bigger problems with the rest of the process for making your electronic music.
Let's see what MODO BASS can do!
First off, you get to choose a bass, and there are a dozen popular models to choose from: two P Basses, two Jazz Basses, Hofner Beatle Bass, EB-O, Warwick, Rickenbacker, Music Man SR5, Yamaha RB5, Gibson Thunderbird, and Ibanez Soundgear. Some of the names have been changed, probably due to licensing issues. Surely there will be some people out there who will say, "Why isn't there a _____ bass?" Well, maybe because whatever you are looking for isn't terribly popular. Maybe those really picky people will need to practice and play their Steinberger, Dingwall, or Wal straight into the board…
But you do not have to be done once you choose your bass. You can add active electronics and do unholy things with pickup selections. Do you want a Piezo or two P-bass pickups in your Jazz Bass? No problem! Maybe you want to throw a Musicman pickup in that Hofner bass – why not? This program will make it fit! Then you can choose the number of strings (4, 4 drop D, or 5), flat or round-wound strings, old or new strings, and even your reference pitch. You might also want to set your action: High, low or standard are available. I do not see a setting for eBay purchase with nasty fret buzz or broken trussrod. Thank goodness!
There are also options for how you would like to play this bass, and you can pick it, pluck it, or slap it. From there you can dial in how much muting you want, how aggressively you want to strike the strings, and how much you want them to ring. There are even choices for whether you want to use open strings and if you want to add in that roundwound zing when you slide from note to note.
Then you can add in effects. After going through the bass selection process, you might be a little disappointed, as there are only seven effects to choose from (compressor, distortion, octave, chorus, envelope filter, graphic EQ, and delay) and only four slots to put them in. You do not get to choose different brand of effects, but there are full controls for each one. The amp choices are also a bit more slim, but this plug-in is obviously more about the bass that the rest of the equipment. You can choose from solid state or tube. Fair enough.
Once again – all of this is really easy to accomplish as the interface is really intuitive. When seeing it all written out it may seem daunting, but it practice it is really cool.
When it comes time to pay, there are a few choices of how you want to input the note. You can simply click on the strings between the frets, or you can use the piano keyboard at the bottom of the screen. My preferred method is the keyboard but you experience may vary – that why it is neat that the designers provided a couple of choices.
I have owned almost every bass that they modeled in this software, and I agree that instruments sound like the real deal, even with subtleties such as the difference in tone between the ash and alder Fender basses. The sounds are universally warm and live, and do not sound the least bit contrived. Of course there are basses I would like to see added (making me just like the people I ranted about a couple of paragraphs ago), but there is more than enough variety, and there are sounds for every type of music you will want to record.
As far as fitting this program into my life, I do still love having a bass in my hands, but there is definitely a place in my world for this plug in. I dig MODO BASS because I don't always have an analog bass on hand. This program allows me to experiment and put together bass lines in airports, hotels, and endless overseas flights.
Overall, I think IK Multimedia's MODO BASS is a winner: the company delivered on all it promised, with a clean interface that ensures that great bass sounds are just a click away. And it is not super expensive, coming in at $299, or $199 with crossgrade pricing if you are one of their loyal customers. Check out their free trial – I think you will dig it too! You can find more information at www.modobass.com
Labels: Bass, Computer, IK Multimedia, MIDI, modeling, MODO BASS, Review, simulator, Software
1989 Ibanez EX405 Electric Bass Review
I have always had a place in my heart for oddball imported guitars and basses, and the subject of today's blog post is a fine example. This is an Ibanez EX 405 bass that was made in Japan in 1989, and it is a pretty cool instrument (in my opinion, anyway).
Specs are similar to what you would find in many Fender bass copies that wer made overseas in the late 1980s. The basswood body is carved into a pseudo-precision bass shape with really pointy horns, and covered in a very pretty pearl red finish. The maple neck has a slim jazz bass profile (1.5-inch nut width) and a rosewood fretboard that has 22 medium-sized frets set into it. And, of course, it has a pointy headstock. How could you go wrong?
The equipment list is fairly typical until you get to the electronics package, which is unique as the folks at Ibanez chose to load it up with a pair of passive split-coil P-bass pickups. These are wired through two volume pots and a tone pot, which is fairly intuitive if you have ever played a jazz bass before.
This bass is in great shape, but it is not entirely original. A previous owner upgraded the wimpy chrome-plated tuners and bridge, and changed over to black hardware at the same time. This resulted in a beefier bridge and tuners that work well, as well as a neck plate that is kind amateurishly painted in a nubbly black-ish finish. Since this plate is on the back of the instrument, it does not bother me very much.
The finish is clean, there are not many dings despite the softness of basswood, which give it a total weight of only 7 pounds, 8 ounces. Despite its age there is little fret wear, and it plays very well. As far as tone goes, it ends up being pretty much like a louder precision bass, so there are no surprises here. I dig it because it looks different, but it will probably not be sticking around too long as aside from the looks it does not really stand out sonically. Drop me a line if you are interested!
Labels: Bass, EX405, Ibanez, Japan, Review, Vintage
George Michael: June 25, 1963 to December 25, 2016
Rest in peace, brother.
DR Pro DJ Laptop Stand Review
When I take a laptop to a gig I like to have it closer to eye height, so a laptop stand comes in pretty handy. I recently picked up a DR Pro model DRDJLS1 DJ laptop stand, and I thought I would let you know how it is working out.
The DRDJLS1 is billed as being easily adjustable, and I am not going to argue with this very much. The way that is constructed allows the height to be adjusted from 8 inches to 12 inches, and the width from 9 inches to 11 inches. There is also flexibility in mounting this unit, as it can be set on a table, or mounted to a case with sturdy clamps that are included in the kit. An added bonus is a removable shelf that is a handy place to put accessories, like effect pedals, hard drives, and whatnot. Whatnot.
Assembling this laptop stand was pretty straightforward, as all of the parts were well-organized in the box and the instructions were pretty clear. The only tool that was needed for assembly was a Philips-head screwdriver, and may of the pieced screwed together with plastic knobs. Everything lines up ok, and a lot of extra screws were included. This is obviously a quality piece of equipment, made of heavier steel than other stands I have seen on the market. Of course this means it is heavy, and it comes in at around 5 ½ pounds, which makes it not very fun to cart around.
This bulk makes the DR Pro laptop stand really solid, and I am not worried about it falling apart. I am annoyed by the lack of adjustment for the angles of the laptop stand and the shelf. Also, it does not easily break down. It actually has to be disassembled if you want it easier to stow for your gigs. Although it is well made, there are only a certain number of times you can unscrew things before the threads start to wear out and the plastic knobs start to crack.
So, this stand is not exactly portable, and it is pretty much delegated to my office, where it does a wonderful job of getting my laptop and docking station off of my desk. What I use it for
The DR Pro DJ laptop stand is a pretty good piece of equipment, but its weight, the lack of angle adjustment, and the inability to quickly break it down will relegate this to home use only for me. The marketing of this stand exacerbates this situation, as none of the sellers I found online mention any useful details about the unit, such as its actual dimensions or its weight.
But still, it is really nice for home of office use, and if you are looking for one, it will be worth your time to research the best deal. The list price for the DRDJLS1 is $99.99, making it one of the more expensive stands on the market. But, they sell on Amazon for $$67.97, and I have seen them on sale for as low as $30, which is a pretty darned good deal, as long as you don't need to haul it around on a regular basis
Labels: DJ, DR Pro, Laptop, Live Sound
Blues Blast Magazine Album Review: Los Tijuana Blues – Thunderbird Motel
This CD review was originally published in the April 26, 2015 edition of Blues Blast Magazine. Be sure to check out the rest of the magazine at www.bluesblastmagazine.com
Los Tijuana Blues – Thunderbird Motel
Los Tijuana Blues is a band out of Valencia, Spain that has found inspiration from the Chess Records and Excello Records catalogs of the 1950 and 1960s, and added a healthy dose of Tex-Mex style to end up with the Spanish equivalent of the whacky North Carolina band, Southern Culture on the Skids. Their first album, Thunderbird Motel, is a fun and fascinating blend of blues-rock, rockabilly, rhythm and blues, and surf rock.
Guitarist Javier Tijuana founded the band a few years back, and he is joined on this release by vocalist Vince Lewinsky, and a rhythm section of J.C. Mota on the bass and Alexis Alemany behind the drums. Coming in at 30 minutes, this is a short album (almost an EP), and it is made up of ten tracks, eight of them originals written by Tijuana. None of these songs lasts more than four minutes, so you will not find any epic guitar solos or psychedelic experimentation here.
This quartet hits hard right from the start with "Sweet Evil Mama" and Javier's jangly Telecaster hammers this catchy blues rocker into your head. Get used to it, you are going to hear a lot of this over the next nine songs. Lewinsky's vocals are raw and enthusiastic while Alemany's dry snare keeps the beat with precision.
After the opener they run through the two cover tunes, both of which they put their own spin on. Bobby Fuller's 1964 song "Wine Wine Wine" has been roughed up into a country rocker, which is a debatable improvement over the original. And the Midnighters' "Open Up Your Backdoor" loses the piano and do-wop and ends up as a slightly faster blues rocker. Javier is quite a good guitarist, and he gets to cut loose a bit on this track, which ends up being one of the standouts from Thunderbird Motel.
After some straight-up blues ("Last in Line") and a little rhythm and blues ("Callin' Me Blues"), Los Tijuana Blues gives a quick nod to their Spanish heritage. This break starts with an instrumental "Corrido Amoroso," which is a Latin-tinged surf rock tune, then segues into "Dices Que Te Alegras," the only song from the disc that is sung in Spanish. When these lyrics are presented with old-style reverb-soaked guitar the effect is mesmerizing, and it turns vintage-feeling rock and roll into something special.
Lewinsky croons on the swinging "Caught by the Tail," showing a smoothness that has not appeared previously on the album, while Tijuana matches him with slick chords and a very pretty guitar solo. But they keep changing the tempo and feel from track-to-track so the listener never gets bored, and after the Texas boogie of "She's a Hot One" the band finishes up their set with a another surf instrumental, "Blue Monkey." Before you know it the album is over.
Unfortunately, there are a few hitches along the way. For starters, for ten bucks it would definitely be good to get more than a half hour of music. Also, the album is mixed with really heavy guitar and vocals, so much that the kick drum is lost and Mota's bass is very hard to hear, either through speakers or headphones. That being said, it is still a fun record with very catchy tunes that would be a great soundtrack for your next cookout.
Los Tijuana Blues is off to a good start and they have created their own distinctive sound that should have staying power. Check out a few of their songs from Thunderbird Motel on iTunes, and see what you think!
Labels: Alexis Alemany, Americana, Blues, J.C. Mota, Javier Tijuana, Rhythm and Blues, Rock, Spain, Surf Rock, Valencia, Vince Lewinsky
Bob Coburn: 1948 to 2016
I am gutted, another influence from my youth has passed. Rest in peace, Bob.
Labels: Bob Coburn, KLOS, Los Angeles, Rock
The Journey of Faded Gold Hardware
My most recent trip overseas was fruitful, as I found two pretty slick basses that you just won't see very often in the United States. They were both made in Japan, and I managed to pick up the pair and still come well under the customs allowance. Of course, it made packing for the trip home a little more challenging…
First is a 1986 Fender Jazz Bass Special, model PJM-65R/SWH, a medium scale instrument in a cool metallic green with a matching headstock. It is loaded up with a killer factory electronics package, and it is a model I have never seen before. I found this bass at Ishibashi in Sakae.
Second is a 1984 Aria Pro II bass, similar to the Wedge model but with the tuners on the headstock. This thing was dirt-cheap and even included the funky factory soft case. This one came from a Hard-off secondhand store.
Full reviews of both of these are in the works, but I thought I would share the good news!
Labels: Aria Pro II, Bass, Fender, Hard-Off, Ishibashi, Japan
Greg Lake: November 10, 1947 to December 7, 2016
Blues Blast Magazine Album Review: Blueheart Revival – Stone Feathers
Blueheart Revival – Stone Feathers
www.blueheartrevival.com
It is always fun when a band goes outside the box and adds tangible elements from other types of music to an established genre, and blues is no exception. Blueheart Revival does this well, combining their blend of blues, funk, soul and rock with solid musicianship to create their own niche in the music world.
Blueheart Revival is a Washington, D.C. based band that brings a lot of original material to their listeners, as their debut LP, Stone Feathers, has eight original tracks and only one cover tune. This five-piece band formed in 2012, put out an EP in 2013, and is fronted by Bobby Thompson on lead vocals and guitar, with local hero Tommy Lepson on keys, Colin Thompson (no relation) on guitar, Kurt Kratch on bass, and Gary Crockett behind the drum kit.
Despite their almost Yankee origins, there is a southern rock feel to the first track, Sonny Boy Williamson's "Early in the Morning." There is no shortage of hearty Hammond B3 from Lepson, and the two Thompsons lay down some righteous guitar riffs, including masterful slide work. For this lone cover tune on the album, they reworked the original into a more modern tune and did it just right, making it one of the standout tracks on the album. It is always cool to get off to a strong start!
The second song, "On Her Wings Again," is also solid and things gets funky with wah on the rhythm guitar and a neat dry sound to Crockett's drums. The backline holds this song together with a tough groove of bass and drums under Bobby Thompson's growly vocals. A cool element on this track is the guest percussion work by Leon Mobley of Ben Harper's Innocent Criminals. If you are not familiar with his work you should check out his bio, as he is a fascinating cat who has a diverse musical background.
This quintet can also cut loose with a blues rock jam or two, as found in "Until We Shine" which wins the heaviest guitar riff of the day award. This sounds like the kind of song that was refined from a Tuesday night blues jam where everything went right. "Setting Sun" has a similar feel, but this time with a little more classic blues influence combined with the hard rocking beat, and terrific vocal harmonies between Thompson and Crockett.
Lepson takes the helm on "Consider Me," bringing his hearty vocals and strong organ work to the party. This song has more of a rhythm and blues vibe, and this more laid-back feel allows the meaning of the words to come forward, and shows the mature songwriting skills of Blueheart Revival. This also goes for the sole acoustic track on the disc, "Get it by the Grace," which has Delta and gospel influences, plus a bigger than expected sound thanks to the stereo effect of the two acoustic guitars and the rich vocal harmonies.
This release finishes off with the two most polished tracks on Stone Feathers, and they are also the longest songs, which is all right because they are both pretty awesome. The title track is a radio-friendly with a catchy guitar melody and the story of a girl who is hard to connect with. And the closer, "Morning Stranger" has a crazy slow funk-rock AOR mood that takes advantage of every vintage effect that they did not find a place for anywhere else on the record (and that is a good thing).
Stone Feathers is a fun album with no two songs that sound alike, and it certainly never gets boring. Blueheart Revival put together a strong debut, and they are not sitting still. They are putting together a gig schedule, and are releasing a live EP with three tracks that were recorded in November at the their CD release show at the IOTA Club & Cafe in Arlington, Virginia. If this album is any indicator of what their live show is like, the EP should be a good buy too!
Labels: Album Review, Blueheart Revival, Bobby Thompson, Colin Thompson, Gary Crockett, Kurt Kratch, Leon Mobley, Root9 Records, Sonny Boy Williamson, Stone Feathers, Tommy Lepson, Washington DC
Press Release from IK Multimedia for MODO BASS!
Check out this press release from IK Multimedia – I am stoked to get a chenace to try out this new bass modeling software!
November 30, 2016 - IK Multimedia, the pioneer in analog effects modeling, is pleased to announce the release of MODO BASS®, the new breakthrough physical modeling technology that brings a completely new level of realism and playability to the world of virtual bass instruments. MODO BASS is a customizable physically modeled virtual bass instrument that recreates the sound of the electric bass and how it's played in real time - from all of the physical instrument components, the human technique of how the instrument is played, to the entire sound signal chain with effects and amplifiers.
Unlike traditional sample-based virtual instruments, MODO BASS utilizes modal synthesis technology and an ultra-optimized sound engine to model each string as a nonlinear resonator - the string's acoustic behavior is determined by its physical parameters as well as by the interaction of the string with fretboard, body and pick-ups of the instrument. The action of the player is then modeled as a nonlinear physical interaction with specific areas on the string surface. Then using IK's cutting edge analog modeling expertise, the amp and effects rig of the electric bass is added to the sound chain. This gives MODO BASS the ability to create hyper-realistic sound in real time.
Every electric bass sound imaginable
MODO BASS contains a collection of 12 physically modeled iconic electric basses that span the history of bass sound in recorded music - more bass models than available in most other virtual instruments. Models include "60s P-Bass" based on an Alder body 60s era Fender Precision Bass®, "70's P-Bass" based on an Ash body Fender Precision Bass®, "70's J-Bass" based on an Alder body Fender Jazz Bass®; "Modern J-Bass" based on an Ash body Fender Jazz Bass®, "Devil Bass" based on Gibson® EB-0; "Bass Man 5" based on Music Man® StingRay 5-string; "Rick n' Bass" based on Rickenbacker® 4003; "Studio Bass" based on Yamaha® RB5; "Violin Bass" based on a Hofner® Violin Bass, "Thunder Bass" based on a Gibson® Thunderbird, "Japan Bass" based on an Ibanez® Soundgear, and "Flame Bass" based on Warwick® Streamer.
Every detail of each bass has been meticulously analyzed and modeled to capture their true sonic character; the shape and type, the wood used for the body and neck construction, the hardware components, the original onboard electronics and controls - every aspect and detail has been recreated to provide the highest degree of authenticity of the original instrument. But the sounds available with MODO BASS extend far beyond the 12 modeled basses - with the available customization features, users can craft virtually every electric bass sound imaginable. MODO BASS is able to produce an unmatched and unlimited palette of bass sounds because everything can be customized.
Pluck, Slap or Pick - modeled playing styles
Once the bass has been selected, players can choose from 3 playing styles - pluck, slap or pick - and control parameters of each style and how they influence the sound. Adjustments can be made to the force applied to the strings, the position of the hand, the direction of the stroke, the fingers used to play the instrument and how the strings are approached, the impact of the thumb slap and the finger pull on the string and even the thickness of the pick and style of its attack. Every aspect of playing style has been modeled as a non-linear interaction with the strings to provide a dynamic, ever-changing sound output.
String Customization
IK painstakingly studied and recreated all of the factors that affect string tone and performance. Players can choose the number of strings on the bass, the construction type and material of the strings (round or flat wound), the gauge and age, plus the physical action height of above the fretboard. Each of these options contributes its own character to the output of the bass and introduces realism never before heard in a virtual instrument.
Custom pickup configuration
There are 20 iconic bass pickups from which to choose that can be freely interchanged and added to the instrument - up to 2 pickups per bass. Users can change the type of pickups used, neck or bridge single coil or humbuckers, and their physical location under the strings can be moved freely for unlimited playing and tonal variations - a feature virtually impossible in the physical world. MODO BASS also gives players the ability to mix in the sound of an under-bridge piezo pickup for added resonance and top end. Switching from Passive to Active electronics option also enables a 3-band parametric EQ to fine-tune the pickup output tone.
Customize FX and Amp choices
With MODO BASS, players have full control over the post-instrument signal path as well and get 7 bass stomp boxes and two classic bass amplifiers derived from IK's AmpliTube flagship software. Stomp box effects include an Octaver, Distortion, Chorus, Compressor, Delay, Envelope Filter or Graphic EQ. Each stomp box gives players full control over the effect applied to the signal, parameter adjustment and overall output volume into the next effect. Also available is a classic all-tube amplifier and 1x15 cab, or a solid-state model with a 4x10 cab.
Expressive control in real time
MODO BASS provides MIDI control of critical parameters that can be automated in real time. With the MIDI Control section, players control and adjust the application of vibrato, the playing style, the application of Mute technique and the amount of slide technique applied while playing. The frequency of the vibrato, the amount of the bend, plus the amount of slide and detach noise while playing can all be controlled in real time on the fly.
Keyswitching in MODO BASS allows players to create amazingly real techniques like slides and percussive ghost notes. Users can switch on the fly between chord mode and note mode, the type of stroke used for playing, the fingers used and the method of playing, which provides the ability to completely customize the sound in real time.
MODO BASS is available now from the IK Multimedia online store for a special introductory price of $/€149.99* until December 4, 2016. After that date, MODO BASS will be $/€299.99* and a crossgrade will be available for $/€199.99 ** to qualified users.
*All prices excluding taxes.
**Any previous purchase of an IK Multimedia product with a value of $/€99.99 or more qualifies for crossgrade pricing.
For more information, please visit:
www.modobass.com
To see MODO BASS in action, watch the videos:
www.modobass.com/video
Stay tuned for my review!
Labels: Bass, Computer, IK Multimedia, MIDI, modeling, MODO BASS, Press Release, simulator, Software
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Nueces County voting centers deemed success
Nueces County can continue using countywide voting centers after receiving a passing grade from the Texas Secretary of State, the county clerk announced Tuesday night.
The county met all necessary requirements and were declared "successful," according to a news release from the office.
"We're excited," Nueces County Clerk Kara Sands said. "I'm very proud of my staff and they worked very hard."
Last summer, the county established 92 voting centers and allowed residents to vote in the center that's most convenient for them. Although the move received some complaints after it was rolled out, most people supported countywide voting centers.
Sands also credited the Commissioners Court and both local political parties for their help throughout the process.
"It really was a team effort," Sands said. "I appreciate everyone working together."
The designation will allow Corpus Christi to use the voting centers during the mayoral special election in May.
Sands said she plans on meeting with the Commissioners Court and Nueces County city staffs Wednesday to discuss the continued use of voting centers.
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Rock News Randoms 1-12-21
The Black Crowes Present: Shake Your Money Maker, the multi-platinum debut by the seminal rock n' roll band THE BLACK CROWES, is being re-released in multi-formats sets on February 26, 2021, through UMe/American Recordings. Band founders, brothers Chris and Rich Robinson, with original producer George Drakoulias, oversaw the creation of the re-release. Most exciting are the 4LP and 3CD Super Deluxe versions, which includes the original album, remastered; 3 never-before-heard studio recordings; 2 unreleased demos from the band's early incarnation as Mr. Crowe's Garden; B-sides; a spectacular, high-energy 14-song unreleased concert recorded in their hometown of Atlanta, GA in December 1990; reproductions of an early Mr. Crowe's Garden show flyer, setlist and tour laminate; a 4″ Crowes patch; and a 20-page book with liner notes by David Fricke. To listen or pre-order Shake Your Money Maker, click HERE. One of the previously unheard studio songs, "Charming Mess," which was originally slated to be the band's first single, is available now.
DAVE GROHL still has dreams that he's back with NIRVANA.
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Rhino's "Start Your Ear Off Right" campaign returns this year with limited edition vinyl releases throughout the month of January. The first drop starts tomorrow, January 8, with new releases each Friday of the month from music's most celebrated artists including Billie Joe + Norah, Buffalo Springfield, The Cars, Curtis Mayfield, Danny Elfman, Dire Straits, Genesis, John Prine, k.d. lang, Talking Heads, and Talk Talk. For a complete list, please visit rhino.com/syeor.
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ROBERT FRIPP of KING CRIMSON and his wife continue to post cover songs from their home. Their latest: "Enter Sandman".


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in Mountain Home Awards 2014 | Mountain Homes | Written by Jen Schmidt
Tahoe Donner home a getaway for Wounded Warriors
Dr. Peter Killcommons, CEO of a company practicing telemedicine and teleradiology for the military, picked up the Tahoe Donner lot, high on Ski Slope Way, on a whim in 2006 after a friend purchased an adjacent property. He wanted a lodge-style mountain retreat, and one day noticed a breathtaking house created by Truckee architect Rob Rogers. Killcommons liked Rogers' style, and decided he was the clear choice to design the home.
The rear exterior of the home opens to spectacular views of Tahoe Donner and the valley beyond
Plans moved slowly. What began as a vacation home morphed into a retreat where people could gather and develop ideas for better medical care technologies in austere regions. To accommodate the new requests, Rogers focused on creating an inspiring space to relax and collaborate, with lots of little living room groupings around the home.
Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan raged as design and construction got underway in the late 2000s. Killcommons frequently traveled to the Middle East to ensure his operation ran smoothly and did its best for hospitals serving soldiers. "I noticed that the ratio of people who are wounded to people who are killed went up, to 16-to-1," he says. "While I was in the war zone, and subsequently as I came back, I met a bunch of guys and gals who had unfortunately come back with all kinds of permanent injuries."
His encounters with wounded veterans inspired him to commission another design change. He wanted to build a retreat for these soldiers, a place where, despite their injuries, they could enjoy their surroundings and readjust to normal life.
Thus, the design changed again: two hydraulic elevators were added and bedrooms were adapted for ADA-compliance. In fact, 80 percent of the 11,688 square foot home is ADA-compliant, with wheelchair access to decks, living areas and even the in-home theater.
"The whole idea is that they can be up here with their friends," says Killcommons. "They can show up here and move around, up and down through the floors, enjoy the views, go skiing and have as normal an experience as they can despite the fact that they might be wheelchair bound."
When the project began changing, Rogers recalls, "I was thinking, not only do I want to do this, but I want to make it super cool for them."
Reverse-tapered columns with built-in lighting add flair to a house chock full of it
The architect had no interest in building an ordinary Tahoe home. "The only way you could really create and keep the interest of the place was to create architecture inside of architecture. Instead of when you have a door or opening, not just putting a simple wood frame around it and calling it good, no. We've created architecture around it, and done things like incorporated lighting inside of elements."
Indeed, there are multiple congruent elements, or ribbons, creating ambiance and tying the home together. Reverse tapered columns, door frames and window casings create an optical illusion of lowering the ceiling, and bring the juxtaposing sensations of spacious and snug to high-ceilinged rooms that might otherwise seem overly large. Handmade light fixtures and steelwork from artisan steel fabricator Chuck Groombs fill the space with repeating arches, mesh fills and LED lighting incorporated inside of steel and mesh elements throughout. An offset black and white tile motif using hand-cut two-inch square tiles can be found in each bathroom and the kitchen, as can several building materials such as chiseled black granite, copious warm wood tones and more steel highlights adorning everything from windowsills to bookcases. And out of almost every window is a stunning view of the valley below.
"I come from a big Irish family, and just like our family, I figured there were other people who would like a place to get together with their family as well," says Killcommons, who travels all but one or two months of the year. "When we're not here it's empty, and when it's empty I want it to be used. Make it available for other people to enjoy it as much as we enjoy it."
Built as a retreat for injured soldiers, this Tahoe Donner home is constructed to accommodate wheelchairs
On the reverse tapered fireplace in the living room hangs the Killcommons family crest, and a familiar sculpture, a symbolic version of a man, is suspended nearby. "[Rob and I] like the spirit of Burning Man and what it represents in terms of community and collaboration," Killcommons says of the homage.
Completed in 2013, the property has already hosted three Department of Defense veterans' events thus far, and will host its first group of disabled veterans with the Wounded Warriors program in April 2014. It's estimated that the house can sleep 20 to 30 people comfortably with its eight bedrooms (each with its own bathroom and coded door lock for privacy) and multiple fold-out couches.
"My hope is to have Wounded Warriors here one weekend a month through the ski season every year," Killcommons says, noting that houseguests will be training with the Alpine Meadows adaptive ski school beginning next year.
For now, he goes directly to organizations like the Fisher House Foundation and the Wounded Warrior Project to see how he can help. "These guys literally have suffered irretrievable losses in the course of fighting for our country. The idea is that we can pay it forward, pay it back to those guys and give them good experiences moving forward so they know they're appreciated.
"They're still out there fighting a war and there's a whole wave of them coming home this year as we're wrapping up in Afghanistan," says Killcommons. "I think more people should be aware of it and try to do something to let them know that we appreciate their efforts and the sacrifices that they've made."
Award: Unique Vision
Building Design: Rob Rogers, RWR Architecture
Builder: Barry Lease, Incline Builders
Interior Design: Rob Rogers, RWR Architecture
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pentatonic scale finger positions piano
Notes: C, Eb, F, G, Bb, C There are a total of 430 finger exercises in this book. Chords. Semi-notes: 3 - 2 - 2 - 3 - 2 Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 1, Notes: A#, C, D, F, G, A# Position one, would be Right hand thumb on A which is the sixth note of the C pentatonic scale. Play the scale pattern forward and backward. When learning the A minor pentatonic scale, it's normal to begin at the second pattern because it's the easiest one to learn and use at different positions of the fretboard. C Minor Pentatonic Scale – Root Position (C) The first box shape of this scale begins on the 8th fret of the guitar. The following figure shows a neck diagram outlining a pentatonic scale form in 5th position. G#/Ab: G#, A#, C, D#, F, G# / Ab, Bb, C, Eb, F, Ab This simply establishes that there is going to be 5 notes to a pentatonic scale. Watch out for tension. Left hand standard bass fingering for accordion major scale is 4 2 -4 5 3 -5 -3 4 etc harmonic minor scale 3 2 5 3 2 5 -2 3 etc. You're now playing an A major pentatonic scale. Pentatonic Scale Piano: Tricks and Tips for Mastering! 3. That makes for 5 different pentatonic positions for each pentatonic scale. Here is a video that shows how to play the pentatonic scale in its 1st position across the guitar neck and how to use it. Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: C#, D#, F, G#, A#, C# See also Major Pentatonic Scales. Topic: Introduction to Piano and Pentatonic Composition Year level: 8 Band: Years 7 and 8 Length of Unit: 6 weeks, with 1 lesson per week Unit Description: From this unit, students will receive an introduction to the piano, and will learn basic skills in piano performance, including how to play a one octave C major scale, with correct finger positions. Piano Scales Chart; Printable Scales; Fingerings; Exercises; Theory; Extras. The major scale may be the first scale you learn, but what usually follows on its heels is the minor pentatonic scale. Watch Part 2 Of This Lesson: How To Form Minor Pentatonic Scales On Piano. Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 3, 2, 1 You can also practice your fingering by playing pentatonic, or five-note, scales. This is the most commonly learnt scale pattern. There are 5 patterns of the Pentatonic Scale. The black notes show you the chord tones, which you may recognize as the root-6 major barre chord shape (if you only know one barre chord, it's probably this one). Blues Scales for Piano. 0:00 / 5:40. @dare opes. Because the scale tones stretch across four frets in this position, it makes sense to take a one-finger-per-fret approach. So, to play the A major pentatonic scale, position your hands so that your fourth finger will play the note "A" on the sixth string (which means your first finger will be at the second fret of the sixth string). but that's how i do it, it probably isn't the way it should be done :) doc-z Fingering (RH): 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, 4, Notes: D, E, F#, A, B, D They are commonly used for guitar chords, but MuseScore permits the creation of diagrams for any instrument. Different types of piano scales. As before, we've got the root note on the 6th string, in this case on fret 3 (G). The Scale Shapes. But there's a simpler way… start with a major pentatonic scale (notes: 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6) and keep the same notes.. You don't have to follow this rule all the time, but it's a good way to get started. A-minor pentatonic is a reasonable starting place with the minor pentatonic scale and has the 5th, 7th, 9th, 12th, and 14th fret respectively as the first fret on the different positions. Like in classical music when we learn the scales we are asked to always start at the Root and go from there, I would suggest when doing any Jazz scale that you also attempt to discover fingers starting from different positions of the scale and treating them as the root. The minor pentatonic uses the 1st, minor 3rd, 4th, 5th and minor 7th notes of a major scale or 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 7th of the natural minor scale. Minor Pentatonic Scale For Guitar, With Positions, Patterns & More. Here is a great chart showing all of the Major Key Pentatonic scale notes on the keyboard. Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 1, Pentatonic Major Scales overview All scales are the same fingerings in all keys. F#/Gb: F#, A, B, C#, E, F# / Gb, A, B, Db, E, Gb Learn a variety of scales to get started with improvisation over major and minor chords. D#/Eb: D#, F#, G#, A#, C#, D# / Eb, Gb, Ab, Bb, Db, Eb There are both Pentatonic Major and Minor – the Minor is slightly more often used. contact | about | sitemap | policy It's amazed me how much progress and better my playing has gotten as a result of following these beginner guide and intermediate courses! The presentation is great, the concepts are clearly explained. The first thing you're going to want to know is (penta) in pentatonic means 5. ; In the middle of a scale, your thumb should cross under your middle finger (finger 3).In the scale above, this happens between the E and the F.; Fingers 1 and 5 are ideal for use on the white keys. Copyright © 2012-2020 pianoscales.org. Technically, a Pentatonic Scale is any scale with 5 notes. Fingering (RH): 2, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Notes: A, C, D, E, G, A Since pentatonic scales contain 5 notes, we need to remove two from the minor scale in order to get the minor pentatonic. Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 4, 3, 2 Formula: Whole and a half, Whole, Whole, Whole and a half, Whole. Happy practice! A-major pentatonic scale as a starting point can be found on the 4th, 6th, 9th, 11th, and 14th fret respectively as the first fret on the different positions. Having the page outlining the prerequisite for the course was also useful. all pentatonic scales work with some order of 123 and 13 (the thumb is no always placed on the root) LJP Like . These scales are for obvious reasons perfect when playing blues on the piano. Joyfully The fingers preceded by a dash are using notes on the counterbass row. Jul 3, 2019 - Explore Jimmy Felan's board "Pentatonic scales", followed by 420 people on Pinterest. Each scale you play has a root position. http://www.billspianopages.com/how-to-really Ever got frustrated with how slow your fingers are when you play the piano? Pentatonic scales use only For example, a C chord with the right hand would be played with the thumb on C, the middle finger on E and the little finger on G. Pianists typically form tetrad chords (four notes) with fingers 1-2-3-5, but the formation 1-2-4-5 is also acceptable. Alternatives. The only thing that changes is the root note from which the scale is built. There are both Pentatonic Major and Minor – the Minor is slightly more often used. So it looks like tablature in the sense that the first string is on top, but it's a schematic of the actual neck instead of the tab staff. Note that the intervals that make up the Am pentatonic scale are universal to all minor pentatonic scales. major pentatonic scale, C, D, E, G, and A with scale degrees of 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 (8 representing the root's octave) as seen below: C's relative minor pentatonic scale, A minor pentatonic, begins on the 6 th scale degree of the major pentatonic scale (shown above). Jul 3, 2019 - Explore Jimmy Felan's board "Pentatonic scales", followed by 420 people on Pinterest. You need to master these 5 fingerings as they are the foundation and they relate to the underlying major and minor mode fingerings. Fingering pentatonic patterns 1. The Pentatonic scale consists of just 5 notes. When in the root position, triad chords (three notes) are most often formed with fingers 1-3-5. Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 3, 2, 1 After covering common progressions, you'll discover the tips and ... C Major 9 Scale, Cluster Positions, Pentatonic Scale. Share on Pinterest. Position one, would be Right hand thumb on A which is the sixth note of the C pentatonic scale. The two notes removed are the 2nd and 6th intervals. Melodic minor is a combination of these two scales. Fingering (LH): 2, 1, 5, 4, 3, 2 D Minor Pentatonic Scale for Piano with Fingering 4 nguyên tắc đặt hợp âm – các bước đặt hợp âm cho một bản nhạc, bài hát, ca khúc một cách đơn giản nhất Các vòng hợp âm thông dụng nhất trong đệm hát Piano … Fingering (RH): 2, 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, Notes: G, Bb, C, D, F, G We'd love to know. We should always lead with our index finger when playing the root position of any minor pentatonic scale. There are a total of 430 finger exercises in this book. Share on Facebook. Between the 3 and 1, the fingering guide would show a slur mark where the thumb reaches under the middle finger to get in position to play the fourth note. i'm going to try all the ideas suggested. Piano Course: Scales for Improv on Major and Minor Chords. Piano Pentatonic Scales. Let's following along for a quick review of the key points mentioned in the video tutorial above. The fingers preceded by a dash are using notes on the counterbass row. We should always lead with our index finger when playing the root position of any minor pentatonic scale. Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 3 Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 3 C: C, D, E, G, A, C F: F, Ab, Bb, C, Eb, F Apr 20, 2017 - 5 Positions of the A MINOR PENTATONIC SCALE (with scale degrees) By shredmentor.com Notes: C, D, E, G, A, C There are also a ton of minor Pentatonic Scales, but for now, learning the basics and experimenting with them in the Major Keys is a great start, and won't be overwhelming. These are the four most common scales in pop and rock music. But with the use of these 5 notes you can play a lot of riffs. A#/Bb: A#, C, D, F, G, A# / Bb, C, D, F, G, Bb Fingering (RH): 3, 1, 2, 1, 2, 3, Notes: B, C#, D#, F#, G#,B Position two would be right hand thumb on the E note which is the third note of the 5 note scale in the key of C. Skip the F note and place second finger on G, third finger on A, and fifth finger on C. Now you have E, G, A, and C under your fingers. Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 4, Notes: F#, G#, A#, C#, D#, F# Fingering (LH): 1, 3, 2, 1, 2, 1 Different types of piano scales In this course, you'll learn the correct fingering for the Pentatonic scales in all 12 keys, for both hands. E: E, G, A, B, D, E Thank you. F: F, G, A, C, D, F Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 3 Course Content Expand All. The scales are used often for composing melodies and for improvisation. This concept is transferable to other pentatonic scales in other keys, however you may have to switch up your finger position. Jan 31, 2020 - Explore Rgreen's board "Pentatonic scale" on Pinterest. Here are pictures and notes of the Major Pentatonic scale. These scales are very common in many styles, but not least in pop and rock music. My learning and interest has increased after going through this tutorial. We will start at … Once you are familiar with the intervallic characteristics of the scale, it should be very easy to play in any key. B: B, D, E, F#, A, B, Intervals: 1, b3, 4, 5, b7 Fingering (LH): 4, 3, 2, 1, 2, 1 See more ideas about guitar lessons, guitar chords, learn guitar. Live. Share on Twitter. Sheet music; Backing tracks; Membership ; Membership – support the site. The Pentatonic Scale is frequently used in lots of popular music styles. Pentatonic Scale"*4), play the shapes found in the exercises, but replace the written notes with the notes of your chos en scale. The formula for forming this scale is W+H, W, W, W+H, W (whole and a half step, whole step, whole step, whole and a half step, whole step). The rest of your fingers would then fall naturally on B, C, D, and E. You then have 4 of the 5 notes under your fingers with you 3rd finger being the Root of the scale. Semi-notes: 2 - 2 - 3 - 2 - 3 Here are pictures and notes of the Minor Pentatonic scales. Thi A#/Bb: A#, C#, D#, E# (F), G#, A# / Bb, Db, Eb, F, Ab, Bb The exercises in this book use the major scale, pentatonic scale, blues scale, and chromatic scale. As far as your right hand goes, most guitar players play scales using a pick, although some do use their fingers (this action is called fingerpicking … D: D, E, F#, A, B, D The scheme is the same, first 3 keys on one go, then the remaining 2 starting with finger 1 again. What fingering you use is a matter of preference. G major pentatonic scale, root-6 position. The minor pentatonic uses the 1st, minor 3rd, 4th, 5th and minor 7th notes of a major scale or 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 7th of the natural minor scale. Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 3, 2, 1 The Blues scale is also a good scale to practise, but wait with work on this scale until you are fluent in the major and harmonic minor scales. Fingering (LH): 1, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 this is for scale runs upwards, on downwards i just do the oposite. G: G, A, B, D, E, G Here is what I've come up with so far. i began practicing with the boyd book where he uses a 123 13 fingering for his major pentatonics. Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 3 Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: Bb, Db, Eb, F, Ab, Bb Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 3 But to make this easy to follow lets start with pattern one. Fingering (RH): 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 3, Notes: A, B, C#, E, F#, A Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: E, G, A, B, D, E 9 shares; Facebook 8; Twitter; If you've ever heard of the "box pattern" before, there's a good chance the topic of the conversation was the pentatonic scale. The Pentatonic Scale is a flexible scale for improvising and apart from the standard way, which is combining a scale with chords in the same key, you could also be outside the key. A minor pentatonic contains scale degrees 1, … Fingering (LH): 2, 1, 3, 2, 1, 2 Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: F, Ab, Bb, C, Eb, F The video also demonstrates how to finger and connect pentatonic patterns. Identify The Root Position. The "Major Blues Scale" is some less common than the "Minor Blues Scale", and therefore we start with the minor and you will find the major by scrolling down. Pianoscales.org is a free resource and will continue to be so. This means the formula for the minor pentatonic scale is made up of the 1st (root), 3rd (♭3), 4th (p4), 5th (p5), and 7th (♭7) from the minor scale. Blues scale Make sure you lift each finger clearly off the keyboard through the semitone passages (4 - b5 - 5). Sometimes the notes on the… But instead of starting on the 1, shift the scale … Major pentatonic scale in C position . The presentation was clear and understandable. Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 3 The most common types of scale are major scales, minor scales and the blues scale. For major Pentatonic Scales, play the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th tones of the scale. Major pentatonic scale in A position . You can practice a pentatonic minor scale if you just focus on the black keys, these represent the pentatonic minor for D#. Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: C#, E, F#, G#, B, C# This leaves our ring and pinky available for the notes ahead. C: C, Eb, F, G, Bb, C i usually try to make it more melodic, and doing so i use the first three fingers of my right and the last three fingers on my left hand. Share on LinkedIn. Fingering (RH): 2, 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, Notes: E, F#, G#, B, C#, E Place Finger 2 on the 8th fret and you will play the C Major Scale (because the note at the 8th fret of the 6th string is the note C). Warren has done all the leg work for us by laying out a list of elements to master within our practice which is invaluable for a self taught pianist. Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 3, 2, 1 Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 4, Notes: G#, A#, C, D#, F, G# As you might expect from the name, a pentatonic scale has five notes. It is pretty easy to play. B: B, C#, D#, F#, G#, B, Intervals: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 Typically, when this pattern is in use, players focus on the notes in the higher register, strings one through three, and use their first three fingers in some combination, with the thumb wrapped. The formula for forming this scale is W+H, W, W, W+H, W (whole and a half step, whole step, whole step, whole and a half step, whole step). A-flat Major Pentatonic Scale for Piano with Fingering Chia sẻ A-flat Major Pentatonic Scale for Piano with Fingering tại BloghocPiano.com Lời bài hát | Hợp âm chuẩn The technique basically involves using broken chord shapes with left-hand, right-hand and hands together. Fingering (RH): 2, 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, Pentatonic Minor Scales overview View lesson . After you reach the next octave you turn around and this time it is the other way around: you move your middle and index finger over the thumb (5-4-3-2-1-3-2-1). Once you are familiar with the intervallic characteristics of the scale, it should be very easy to play in any key. G#/Ab: G#, B, C#, D#, F#, G# / Ab, B, Db, Eb, Gb, Ab Fingering (RH): 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, Notes: B, D, E, F#, A, B Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn The Lesson steps then explain how to construct the scale using the 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 7th minor scale notes.. For a quick summary to this topic, have a look at Pentatonic scale. The Major Pentatonic Scale is a very consonant & pleasant sounding scale. Below is a simple example of Fretboard Diagrams use. @dare opes. Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: G, A, B, D, E, G Pentatonic Scale"*4), play the shapes found in the exercises, but replace the written notes with the notes of your chos en scale. E.g. However, with pentatonic pattern 1 in the open position, it is recommended that you use your 2nd finger to fret all the notes in the 3rd fret and your 1st finger to fret all the notes in the 2nd fret. 0:00. The first sequence is 1-2-3-1-2-3-4-5 and it involves a movement with the thumb going under the index and middle finger. Fingering (LH): 4, 3, 2, 1, 2, 1 On ascending piano scales beginning with a white key (or "natural"), start with your thumb (finger 1). We should always lead with our index finger when playing the root position of any minor pentatonic scale. Pentatonic scales use only figers 1 2 3. I've been searching around the web but can't seem to find a complete guide on ukulele scales using this method. Note that A Minor Pentatonic has identical notes with C Major Pentatonic but in different order; D Minor Pentatonic has the same notes as F Major Pentatonic and so on (a complete list can be seen below). Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 2, 1, 3 These are the four most common scales in pop and rock music. See more ideas about guitar songs, guitar lessons, pentatonic scale. All scales are the same fingerings in all keys. Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 4, Notes: D#, F, G, A#, C, D# Mark Brathwaite. C#/Db: C#, D#, F, G#, A#, C# / Db, Eb, F, Ab, Bb, Db Free pdf Downloadable Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Banjo and Piano Chord and Music Charts, Arpeggio Scales, Soloing Scales, Blank Printable Sheet Music, Chord Boxes, Mandolin 2 Finger Chords, Pentatonic Scales, Blues Progressions, Manor, Minor and 7th Chord Charts, Power Chords That will keep your root note of the minor pentatonic scale the same as the major pentatonic scale.. What's your experience? Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: F, G, A, C, D, F There are total of five patterns to learn, but that's something we'll be looking at in more detail a little later. D Minor Pentatonic Scale – Root Position (D) The first box shape of this scale begins on the 10th fret of the guitar. Fingering (RH): 2, 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, Notes: D, F, G, A, C, D Brandy Kraemer. How to finger and pick the scale. 17:31. Assigning one finger to each fret of a scale shape helps us play smoothly without jumping around the fretboard. Think of dropping each finger onto each note. For left hand movement between positions, the following diagram showns the notes of the pentatonic major scale in all five positions on a fingerboard. The big deal with The Major Pentatonic scale has the same visual shapes as the Minor Pentatonic so it is ESSENTIAL that you focus on where the ROOT note is. Play the first five notes of each scale beginning the C scale, followed by the D scale, E scale, and so on. The article explains how to use the Pentatonic Scales to improvise on the piano by demonstrating it on video tutorial. I think you have to have a flexible fingering for Pentatonic Scales, that means be able to play them in many ways. By David Andrew Wiebe Leave a Comment. The Pentatonic Scale is frequently used in lots of popular music styles. Major pentatonic scale in D position . Jazz Scale Piano; Pentatonic Scales; Exotic scales; Questions & answers; Resources. Fingering (LH): 2, 1, 2, 1, 3, 2 Scales can be stilted and uneven if there's any tension between your shoulders and your fingers. A: A, C, D, E, G, A Lesson Content Quiz 2 – Intermediate's Guide ... Every piano player needs this course. It is one of the oldest scales there is. C#/Db: C#, E, F#, G#, B, C# / Db, E, Gb, Ab, B, Db Fingering (LH): 3, 2, 1, 3, 2, 1 D shape. However, when people use the term 'Pentatonic scale' they are generally referring to the Major Pentatonic Scale. Do this by using your musicianship and feeling, not your muscle memory or mathematical transposition skills. Adding a "blue note" to the regular Pentatonic Scale results in the Pentatonic Blues Scale. This leaves our ring and pinky available for the notes ahead. However, you might want to supplement these 5 fingerings with what I call Extended Pentatonic fingerings. Note that A Minor Pentatonic has identical notes with C Major Pentatonic but in different order; D Minor Pentatonic has the same notes as F Major Pentatonic and so on (a complete list can be seen below). How do you know which 5 notes to use? ... and check you have a rounded hand position over the keys. E: E, F#, G#, B, C#, E Pentatonic Scale – C 3:58 1 Quiz Expand. This five-note scale is similar to the Major Scale, but without the 4th and 7th degrees. Note that this finger position is only for the right hand. The pentatonic scales are a great way to learn how to improvise on the piano. Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: F#, A, B, C#, E, F# 5 positions of the A minor pentatonic scale. If you add the augmented 4th you will have the blues minor (adding A … by alfredo on 10/01/2004, 11:18. i'm grateful for all the responses. The minor pentatonic scale is an amazing scale that can create stunningly beautiful riffs, runs, and melodies. If you follow these courses and practice the material regularly you are sure to suceeed and improve ????? D#/Eb: D#, F, G, A#, C, D# / Eb, F, G, Bb, C, Eb By "being outside the key" means that you don't necessarily play chords and scale that match considering notes. The exercises in this book use the major scale, pentatonic scale, blues scale, and chromatic scale. and its inversions. Before you start any scale, take a deep breath and drop your shoulders, relax your arms, and check you have a rounded hand position over the keys. Fingering (LH): 2, 1, 3, 2, 1, 2 Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 1, 2, 3, 1, Notes: G#, B, C#, D#, F#, G# Fingering (RH): 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3, Notes: D#, F#, G#, A#, C#, D# In this course, you'll learn the correct fingering for the Pentatonic scales in all 12 keys, for both hands. Fingering (LH): 4, 3, 2, 1, 4, 3 A minor pentatonic contains scale degrees 1, b3, 4, 5, and b7. For example, you can play G Major Pentatonic over a C Major chord or E Minor Pentatonic over an A Minor chord, this is called superimposing. The notes for the A minor pentatonic scale are found all over the fretboard, as shown in the diagram below. Join Membership. I use two different hand positions when teaching this scale as well as when I am actually improvising or soloing with the scale. I come from a guitar background and was taught to play scales using the "Three Notes Per String" method. Scales for Improv on Major & Minor Chords – Lesson 3. The neck is positioned as if you are facing an upright guitar that is laid on its side, to your left. Knowing this will make it easier for you to memorize the scales. The content and pace was appropriate for my skill level. C Minor Pentatonic Scale – Root Position (C) The first box shape of this scale begins on the 8th fret of the guitar. The manner in which the tutorial was presented was effectively organized. 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Cresciuto nelle giovanili del Sydney Olympic e dei Marconi Stallions, ha firmato un contratto triennale con il Sydney FC nel luglio 2010, all'età di sedici anni. Il debutto con la maglia degli Sky Blues è avvenuto l'11 settembre 2010, all'età di sedici anni, 10 mesi e 17 giorni, nell'incontro di campionato Wellington Phoenix-Sydney FC (2-1), subentrando a Hirofumi Moriyasu al minuto 80. Ha messo a segno la sua prima rete con la maglia degli Sky Blues il 16 febbraio 2013, nell'incontro di campionato Sydney FC-Adelaide United (2-1), siglando la rete del momentaneo 1-0 al minuto 49. Nell'estate 2013 ha firmato un pre-contratto con il Parma, squadra italiana militante in Serie A. Tuttavia, causa di un infortunio il trasferimento non si è concretizzato. Ha militato nel Sydney FC fino al 2015, totalizzando 69 presenze e 5 reti.

2015-2019: dal PAOK al Melbourne Victory
Il 19 agosto 2015 si è trasferito in Grecia, firmando un contratto triennale con il Paok Salonicco. Il debutto con la niova maglia è avvenuto il 3 dicembre 2015, nell'incontro Chania-Paok Salonicco (2-6), gara valida per la Kypello Ellados. Nel settembre 2016 si è trasferito in prestito al Veria. Durante questa esperienza è sceso in campo una sola volta, nell'incontro di campionato Atromitos-Veria (1-0). Rientrato dal prestito, nel gennaio 2017 viene ceduto in prestito fino al termine della stagione al Western Sydney Wanderers, tornando così in patria dopo un anno e mezzo. Il debutto con i Wanderers è avvenuto il 28 gennaio 2017, nell'incontro di campionato Brisbane Roar-Western Sydney Wanderers (2-1). Ha collezionato in totale, con i Wanderers, 14 presenze e 3 reti. Tornato al PAOK, l'8 luglio 2017 viene ceduto a titolo definitivo al VVV-Venlo, squadra olandese neopromossa in Eredivisie. Il debutto con il club giallonero è avvenuto il 21 settembre 2017, nell'incontro di KNVB beker Blauw Geel '38-VVV-Venlo (0-3), gara in cui ha siglato la rete del definitivo 0-3 al minuto 41 del primo tempo. Il 3 gennaio 2018 si è trasferito al Melbourne Victory. Il debutto con la maglia dei Blues è avvenuto il successivo 6 gennaio, nell'incontro di campionato Melbourne Victory-Central Coast Mariners (1-1). Ha militato nel club di Melbourne per una stagione e mezza, totalizzando 53 presenze e 5 reti.

2019-oggi: Suwon e ritorno al Western Sydney Wanderers
Il 25 luglio 2019 ha firmato un contratto triennale con il Suwon Samsung Bluewings, club coreano. Ha debuttato con la nuova maglia il 30 luglio 2019, nell'incontro di campionato Daegu-Suwon Samsung Bluewings (0-2). Ha militato nelle file dei Bluewings per tre stagioni, totalizzando 40 presenze. Il 25 luglio 2021 ha firmato un contratto con il Western Sydney Wanderers, club in cui aveva già militato nel 2017. Il nuovo debutto con la maglia dei Wanderers è avvenuto il 20 novembre 2021, nell'incontro di campionato Western Sydney Wanderers-Sydney FC (0-0).

Nazionale
Ha debuttato in Nazionale maggiore il 3 dicembre 2012, in Hong Kong-Australia (3-1), subentrando a Brett Emerton al minuto 81. Ha partecipato, con la maglia dell'Australia, alla Coppa d'Asia 2015. Ha collezionato in totale, con la maglia della Nazionale maggiore, 3 presenze.

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Kubernetes is the new cluster manager from Google that makes it easy to deploy, manage and scale containers to very large infrastructures. With the new Puppet module for Kubernetes, you can now manage Pods, ReplicationControllers, Services and more, all using the familiar Puppet language.
The recent KubeCon event showcased the rapid progress made in a short time with Kubernetes, the cluster manager for Linux containers released by Google, and built based on how the company manages its internal infrastructure. Kubernetes aims to make complex distributed systems simpler by introducing a core set of primitives and APIs for managing them. Companies as diverse as eBay, SoundCloud and RedHat all talked about their progress in adopting this new approach to building applications, systems and infrastructure.
Here at Puppet, we're always interested in new things to manage, and Kubernetes' focus on well-designed primitives and a solid API encourage integration. With the new Kubernetes Puppet module, we now have a solid proof of concept for how to use Puppet to manage Kubernetes resources like Replication Controllers, Pods and Services.
When talking about Puppet and Kubernetes, it's useful to touch briefly on a higher-level topic: configuration management. Some people look at configuration management (and tools like Puppet) as a way of managing host-bound resources like files, services, packages, users or groups. Kubernetes introduces higher-level primitives, like Pods and Replication Controllers, aimed at making the management of distributed and scalable systems drastically easier. The story goes that you no longer need configuration management with those new primitives.
The problems associated with those capabilities are present with systems like Kubernetes too, and only partially addressed by current native tooling — problems like managing configuration drift, having a single well-audited change control mechanism, having a model of your infrastructure outside Kubernetes, etc. This becomes even more important as deployments hit production, as well as in heterogeneous (read real-world) environments, where multiple generations of technology run side by side.
It is easier to manage the state of Kubernetes resources over time, using source code that can be versioned alongside your application code.
You can be sure of the state of your Kubernetes infrastructure by taking advantage of Puppet's built-in reporting and tools like PuppetDB.
If you're already using Puppet, the Kubernetes Puppet module provides a convenient way of managing Kubernetes alongside your other infrastructure.
The module doesn't (yet) install or manage the various components that make up Kubernetes, although this area is well served by platforms like OpenShift, Tectonic from CoreOS or Google Container Engine.
The module allows for defining Kubernetes resources in Puppet, and then for Puppet to create or update those resources as needed over time.
The user interface of the Puppet code follows the Kubernetes YAML format exactly. This allows for a familiar interface for anyone used to the Kubernetes API, and at the same time, provides a low-level building block for creating higher-level types in Puppet.
Puppet resource can also be used to export the state of a running cluster to Puppet manifests, which can be used as the base for maintaining the state of the cluster over time.
The Puppet language supports logic and abstractions, allowing you to craft business-specific user interfaces. You can also create higher-level types, and then instantiate multiple copies of those.
Modifications can be made to the Puppet code, and Puppet will handle updating the relevant resources. You don't have to describe the full state of the resource, or manually modify individual resources via the command line interface (CLI).
Puppet has tools for validating code and for writing unit tests, as well as distributing and sharing reusable modules.
Puppet supports relationships between resources, so you can enforce ordering where necessary. With the new application orchestration capabilities, you can even order across nodes where part of the infrastructure isn't using Kubernetes.
In the second blog post, we'll step through a complete example of the module in action, converting the canonical Kubernetes Hello World guestbook example to Puppet.
Do let us know what you think about the module, and tell us your additional ideas for similar integrations or examples you'd like to see.
Gareth Rushgrove is a senior software engineer at Puppet Labs.
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Van Helsing (2004)
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Famed monster slayer Gabriel Van Helsing is dispatched to Transylvania to assist the last of the Valerious bloodline in defeating Count Dracula. Anna Valerious reveals that Dracula has formed an unholy alliance with Dr. Frankenstein's monster and is hell-bent on exacting a centuries-old curse on her family.
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The secret US abduction of a suspected terrorist from his Middle East homeland leads to a wave of terrorist attacks in New York. An FBI senior agent and his team…
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Seth Gecko and his younger brother Richard are on the run after a bloody bank robbery in Texas. They escape across the border into Mexico and will be home-free the…
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Trailer: Van Helsing (2004)


Lake McIntyre is a sanctuary for the prolific birdlife, has native trees, lovely shaded setting, observation hides, Interpretive Centre, boardwalk and bridge, viewing platforms, walking trail, free access and picnic areas.
You don't have to be an experienced bushwalker to enjoy the walking trail, which takes approximately 20 minutes to skirts the lake. Seats have been provided in several locations and the trail provides access to two bird hides. The lake attracts numerous native and migratory birds, with over 50 species of water birds and waders recorded you are guaranteed to see many of them.
The area is ideal for a picnic lunch with free gas barbecues, seats and tables, Interpretive Centre, flush toilets, wheelchair access, ample parking spaces and turning space for buses and caravans.
The boardwalk and bridge provides the link from the barbecue area to the walking trail around the lake.


Check out a different class of Music Duo's – Faded Denim. They run the gamut from rocking out, playing classics, and include some mellow favorites. We welcome them to Center Square Brewing on Saturday, November 11th in Abbottstown, PA. Come for the food – stay for the music. Looking for a quieter dinner, check out our upstairs dining room with the same great menu, The Altland House. Find us on the Square in Abbottstown, PA. We're conveniently located close to historic Gettysburg, less than 5 miles from the heart of Hanover and 20 minutes from York, PA.


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Сосновец — остров в Белом море. Расположен в 3,5 км от Терского берега Кольского полуострова, между мысом Снежицкий (с севера) и мысом Соколий (с юга), в центре пролива Горло Белого моря. Остров отделен от материка проливом Сосновская Салма.

Поверхность острова ровная, каменистая и покрыта тундрой. Остров безлесен и отличается желтоватым цветом. Длина 1,4 км, ширина 450 м. Максимальная высота острова — 16,2 м. Южное побережье острова более низменное и отлогое, чем северное и западное. Глубина моря при берегах острова от 6 до 13 м, грунт каменистый. Средняя величина прилива на побережье острова 2,0 м.

В настоящее время постоянного населения на островах нет, ближайший населённый пункт Сосновка. В XX веке на острове располагался одноимённый населённый пункт — Сосновец, с 20 жителями. На острове установлен маяк Сосновецкий, два световых знака (Сосновецкий Северный и Сосновецкий Южный) имеется метеостанция.

В крымскую войну Сосновец использовался английским флотом для стоянки. У иностранцев  под именем Крестового, от находящихся на нём нескольких крестов.

В 1862 году Главным Гидрографическим управлением на острове была основана гидрометеостанция, а в 1896 для неё было построено отдельное здание (до этого времени наблюдения проводились смотрителями маяка).

В конце XIX века И. П. Ануфриев обосновывал необходимость порта-убежища на Белом море близ Трёх Островов, тогда о Сосновце он писал:
У Терского берега, идя из г. Архангельска в горло в 136 милях остров Сосновец, но этот маленький островок, с маяком на нём, будет трудно и дорого приспособить для порта-убежища

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Lost Kane Brown Rescued by Police After Shots Fired
Tricia Despres Published: August 10, 2020
Kane Brown turned to social media to elaborate on recent reports that he had gotten lost for seven hours in his own back yard, revealing that the situation was actually much worse than had been reported.
"Yeah, we got lost for seven hours," Brown recalled on July 31 during an interview with Extra's Jana Kramer. "We have 30 acres and it's all woods. We made our own trail and then it started raining and it started getting dark and we were running out of gas… and we live by all these cliffs… We ran into a drop-off, so we ended up having to call the cops and walk down."
The action all took place on the very day he and wife Katelyn moved into their new house.
"Kate thought I was just trying to get out of unpacking boxes because it was literally the first day we moved in," Brown admitted.
The story made the rounds online and on social media, and Brown posted to share more details after many made light of it, clarifying that it wasn't nearly as funny as it seemed on the surface.
"I told my wife I wanted to go check out the property I'll be 30 minutes," Brown writes. "I went with my friend and his girl. I was in shorts and a t shirt."
They got lost on his heavily wooded property, and over the next few hours, it started to rain and the temperature dropped to 40 degrees. When GPS kept leading them to drop-offs as they tried to find their way back, Brown called his friend, songwriter Ryan Upchurch, who lives nearby. Upchurch showed up with a friend, and then all five of them were lost.
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The Securities Act of 1933, as amended ("Securities Act") and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended ("Exchange Act"), establish different levels of disclosure and reporting requirements based upon the size of the issuer. Issuers who qualify as a smaller reporting company enjoy numerous benefitsin going public transactions including reduced disclosure and reporting obligations.
By streamlining their disclosures small businesses are able to focus their efforts on capital raising activities.
An issuer with Smaller Reporting Company status during its going public transaction may apply the Smaller Reporting Company disclosure rules to its registration statement on Form S-1. This reduces an issuer's financial statement obligations to two years instead of the three years required for larger reporting companies.
If a company does not qualify as a Smaller Reporting Company at the time of its initial Form S-1 registration statement, it must provide three years of audited financial statements.