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I answer a variety of guitar related questions. I have multiple music degrees and years of experience in the field. When asking your question: 1. Please be clear in your message. 2. Provide actual question(s). 3. Please keep it short and concise. 4. Save my one-question-per-day for someone else if you can find the answer on your own. Please, *no* questions regarding: serial numbers, appraisals, pricing, value, restorations, or when a particular instrument was made. Thank you.
Experience in the area
15 years professional experience.
Education/Credentials
BME, BM, MM, ABD on DMA.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
To appreciate something you must first understand it. If a style of music has not yet lost grasp of your interest or preference, try getting a deeper understanding of its meaning and purpose. This may find you with the freedom to appreciate and enjoy more styles of music than you thought was possible.
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Recent Reviews from Users
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| Jae | 09/01/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Very much. That will help ..... |
| Mark Stewart | 04/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you, I appreciate the lenth you ..... |
| Ray | 07/11/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Andrew | 06/10/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Fast response...very helpful. |
| Sarah | 08/03/07 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for your help! Sarah |
Recent Answers from Gabriel
2009-08-31 Scales and Theory:
Hello, You have a lot of questions that would require a lot of time replying to. For a free volunteer service I can give you a concise response with helpful/useful input regarding scales and theory
2009-04-03 Scales confusion and melody making:
Hello, Here is a direct response to the topics you discussed: You asked, "...how can I determine the scale here is Major and not harmonic minor or a whole host of others that have these notes within
2008-08-09 Bass Buzzing:
Hello, If you know the buzzing is definitely coming from the bass, there are a couple basic options that you can consider: 1. Try to find where the buzz is coming from and try to fix it yourself
2008-07-10 difference between acoustic and studio guitars:
Hello, Here's the short answer: There isn't a difference. Here's a more lengthy answer: Various models of acoustic guitars are considered "studio" guitars, be it steel string or nylon string
2008-06-13 Restringing and tuning:
Hello, It might help me in helping you if I have more information. Perhaps my questions, below, will help you find the answers you are looking for; or you can respond to this (with "ask a follow-up
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