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My First Video Series!
For some time now, I have done simple live recordings for my students, under the title of Live at Greg’s. Since technology has allowed me to do so, I filmed the most recent session with local favorites, Weye. The clip above is the trailer for the upcoming 5 song release with their corresponding HD videos!
Live Video from the Oasis. Student Shredding.
Weye is the band of one of my longest running students. Here is a great video of them performing at the local teen center. Be gentle, this video is my foray into the realm of video editing.
Using Twitter For Guitar Lessons
I was once like you. Why would anyone use Twitter? I don’t get it. Then one day, it hits me. Use twitter for guitar lessons. Students could have instant access to available lesson times, the moment the times become available. If you need a make-up lesson or are just in the mood for a single, one-off guitar lesson, you...
Long Overdue: Weye Releases Their Record!
Weye, the first band to record at my new studio, has finally released their record: “Friends, Family, and Others” . I’m especially excited, as the guitar player was a long time student, and I’m very proud of this project! Check out their bandcamp page to download the record, for whatever price suits you!
Lybria – Cycles EP
Lybria is a band comprised of three long time students of mine. They have been recording their ep at my studio for the last couple of months, and it is finally being released! Check it out for whatever price seems fitting to you!! (free is an option!) CHECK OUT LYBRIA!
The School of Hard Rocks
There are a few new posts over on The School of Hard Rocks! Go check it out, read up, and subscribe to the RSS!
Cinco De Gatos Studio Update
Chicago natives Cinco De Gatos were just in tracking guitars for their upcoming release. They just posted some killer pictures on their website. If you’re a fan of old school chicago indie rock, or you just like creepily looking at strangers pictures, this is right up your alley.
What’s in Store for the Blog?
There are some exciting things in store for this site! Interviews There will Q&A’s with great musicians regarding their musical upbringing and practice habits! For Sale Music gear that I have for sale, or students are trying to sell. Events Gigs, field trips, and other fun events I feel are worth attending! Around the Web Cool news, videos, and updates...
State of the Union: The Studio
The newly constructed studio at the Greg’s Guitar Lessons home base is up and running. It’s been a great experience thus far! I have had some killer local bands in here tracking their records, such as Lybria, Weye, and Cinco De Gatos. The results are far beyond what I had expected, and I’m very excited to...
Free Advice and Resources for Your Band
This past May, Justin Essenpreis (from Reviews/Resist) and I hosted a three-part music seminar called The School of Hard Rocks. We did this in hopes to educate bands, and promote smart decision making. We covered topics ranging from touring, booking shows, recording, promoting gigs, as well as broader issues like the state of the music industry itself. The...
- I officially have a few new time slots open. Mon@4, Tues @3, Tues@430, Fri@3pm. If you've wanted to start lessons, now is the time! #fb 5 days ago
- Coming home from college & want to pick up a few lessons? Now's the time! Take advantage of your summer schedule. http://t.co/Ip1ZzVxg #fb 1 week ago
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