The Basics: The three Minor Thirds Cycles (like C, Eb, Gb, A) are the squares. The four Major Thirds Cycles (like C, E, G) are located in three note groups to the sides of center. Tritones are located directly opposite each other in the same square, just like in the traditional circle of fifths or chromatic circle. Perfect Fourths move… Read more →
“Circle” of Thirds
I created this diagram to help with visualization of chromatic third cycles for tunes like Giant Steps, Countdown, or Central Park West. You can find out more about how to use it at Using the Circle of Thirds. Here the zip file containing the original svgs for pitch names, pcs, and a lines only template. Read more →
Matthew Bennet at Guitars, Etc
Matthew Bennent at my student showcase
Abyss Lord
Abyss Lord has accurate tabs for most Megadeth tunes, as well as Nevermore and Iced Earth. \m/. Read more →
Peter Bernstein Transcriptions and More
Bruce Saunders has a great transcription collection, including a ton of Peter Bernstein solos. Link updated 3/4/2019 Thanks, Stan! Read more →
St. Patrick’s Day with Indigent Row
Indigent Row will be playing Oskar Blues Grill and Brew in Lyons on March 16th and Oskar Blues Homemade Liquids and Solids in Longmont on St. Partick’s Day . I’ll also be playing with an acoustic version of the band at Lonigan’s in Estes Park at noon on St. Patrick’s Day. Come join us for great beer, food, and Irish… Read more →
USC Jazz Transcriptions
USC has a collection of Jazz Transcriptions, and a few of them are analyzed by Bert Ligon. Great stuff… **Link corrected 4/15/2015 Read more →
Guitar and Sound Workshops
I’ll be presenting clinics on guitar, recording, and live sound this Saturday at St. Vrain Valley School District’s Theatre Arts Workshop in Niwot, Colorado. Join me for: Workshop 1B- Guitar 101 Workshop 2C- How to Mic a Rock Band Workshop 3C- Sound Recording Workshop 4B- Sound Reinforcement Read more →