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Expertise

I can answer questions on jazz theory, artists, styles, etc. I am a bass player, but I have a good knowledge of all the instruments.

Experience in the area

I have been a bass player for over 20 years. I am an active Jazz musician in my area.

Education/Credentials

BM Jazz Performance BA Music Ed MA Music Composition

What do you like about this subject?

I am a student of Jazz. Jazz is so intricate, yet so accessible. What is there not to like?

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Adam12/24/11101010Can't thank You emough Bro
Alan Faryna09/12/11101010 
William08/04/11101010Thanks. I later found the pianist was .....
Adam06/20/11101010Super job Mr. Percy. Peace !
Luke03/19/09101010Great Insight, thanks a lot

Recent Answers from Guy Percy

2012-03-01 Louis Armstrong:

Brad,    I apologize for the delay, but I've been sick.  I've looked online, but have not found any vocal versions.  The trouble is that Armstrong has so many compilation CD's that it's difficult to pinpoint

2011-10-05 At Last:

Hello,     Great question.  If this is a live band then the possibilities are endless.  I personally would like to "vamp" on a simple chord progression of I-vi-ii-V7.  In basic terms those are very similar

2011-09-10 B flat Instruments:

Hey Alan,     You should buy a Real Book in your key(B flat) unless you want to gain the skill of transposing on the spot.  I played with a woodwind player who could transpose for his instrument AND change

2011-07-19 Gottlieb Jazz Photos:

The best answer I can come up with is Michael "Dodo" Marmarosa(He played with McGhee some).  I looked on Google for some other pictures and there were no exact matches of these, but the photos sure look

2011-06-17 Famous Jazz guitarists that use no pics:

Certainly.  One of the most famous jazz guitarist made his career out of playing without a pick.  Wes Montgomery played using his thumb instead of a pick.  This gave him a very unique sound.  He has influenced

 

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