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Introduction to Chords, Part 5

Part 5 of our introduction to chord series is now available on youtube. This video talks about altered chords, sus and added note chords (eg. C6/9) [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G30C2eZuj8I?hl=en&fs=1] Hope you enjoy it.

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New additions to the catalog

Some new mp3 instrumentals have been added to the music catalog at http://www.jamesgilbertmusic.com/catalog.php The two new title are Leoni in Africa and Sweet Feel. The first is a blending of African drums and Middle Eastern melodic instruments. A considerable portion of the music consists of a variety of African drums.  The melody is added on […]

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Introduction to Chords, part 4, Inversions & Voicings

Part 4 of our continuing introduction to chords series is now available on youtube. In this video we introduce chord inversions of chords and voicing of chords. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDDNDmNyJ0A?hl=en&fs=1] As always, your comments and suggestions for future videos are welcome.

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Tips for Practicing The Piano – Intermediate to Advanced level

Another look at practicing the piano. This time for intermediate to advanced level students. This is one approach to practicing the piano. It is by no means meant to be the only way. Use this as a supplement to other ways of practicing. Before You Play Look through the piece of music and look for […]

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Komplete 8 Ultimate Session Strings Pro animator demo

I posted a video showing some of the features of Session Strings Pro that is shipped with Komplete 8 Ultimate. (I’m not sure if it also ships with just Komplete 8). [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXCc-JPbQ6U?hl=en&fs=1] The video should give you an idea of what is possible with the animator feature. The original material is basic block chords. […]