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I can answer any questions related to guitar playing in any popular style, which includes; theory, harmony, technique, chords, arpeggios, improv, maintenance (not repairs), buying advice, picks, strings, effects, amps, etc. I WILL NOT answer any questions about appraisals, serial numbers, or anything related. Please be concise in asking a question so that we can keep the back and forth to a minimum. Lastly, please avoid asking questions that have already been answered ;)
Experience in the area
I've been a full-time professional working guitarist and instructor for 15 years. I've played in a wide variety of groups covering a wide variety of styles. As a teacher I've taught all levels and ages from 6 to 60.
Organizations
American Federation of Musicians
Education/Credentials
Honors Graduate - Humber College Music (Performance/Arranging/Composition) Honors Graduate - Humber College G.A.S. Music
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Recent Reviews from Users
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| Eric | 12/31/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Eric | 12/31/09 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
Recent Answers from JR
2010-04-07 background noise on my amp:
Ok if that's the case, then a good place to start is with your pre amp tubes (I think you have 5 in that amp). You can do all of them at once or one at a time. If you decide to do one at a time, start
2010-04-07 background noise on my amp:
Grounding usually makes a different sound, but you can try to test it by doing the following: 1) Test the amp in various outlets in the house/apartment that are on different breakers. 2) test it out
2010-04-06 background noise on my amp:
Hey Steven, I'll try to help as best as I can, troubleshooting a tube amp can be tricky work ;) When did you buy the amp? Was it from a store? Is the hiss/shh present whether or not an instrument is
2010-03-27 old madeira guitar:
Dating instruments can be tough, so all I can suggest is doing some homework on the internet and maybe with blue book. Here's a start at what you might look at :) The serials here may or may not
2010-03-14 Choosing Song For Grandma:
Easy! "A Song for Mama" - Boyz II Men. Yeah I know it's a cheesy 90's tune, but the lyrics were written specifically for an occasion like this :) You can easily play it on acoustic and it sounds fantastic!
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