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Working As An Orchestrator Then Composer In Hollywood.

Moving to L.A. is quite easy, finding work is quite hard. Hummie discusses how he managed to break into the L.A. scene. The early successes, working as an orchestrator and producer on major movies. Finally he discusses breaking into composing for film, the work, people and personalities within Hollywood.

Podcast Ep 11 – Table Of Contents

1.22 Arriving in Hollywood and working with Alf Clausen.

2.43 Orchestating and ghost writing for the TV series Moonlighting & The Simpsons.

3.43 TV series Seven Brides For Seven Brothers.

5.22 Understanding how scoring for TV and film works.

6.25 The changing technology used in film scoring.

12.59 Working for Marc Shaiman on his films Misery and City Slickers, Addams Family.

17.10 Expaining the difference between and orchestrator and a composer.

24.00 First major film - rescoring Year Of The Comet for producer Rob Reiner.

30.28 Working with themes in film scoring.

32.44 Writing for the TV series P.T. Barnum.

39.25 Getting signed to a major talent agency and opening doors.

39.57 Working with Christopher Guest of Spinal Tap fame.

41.23 Getting the gig to work with Mel Brooks on the movie Robin Hood Men In Tights.

45.41 The ways in which a comedy film can be scored.

In the final episode of the Hummie Mann podcasts, Hummie discusses his founding and building up one of the foremost film music education programmes in the world. He will also discuss his latest projects as well as thoughts and stories about Hollywood.

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Hummie Mann At Berklee College & Finding Work ...

After discovering he had a talent for music, Hummie tells how he eventually found his way to Berklee College of music. Berklee was an exciting time and prepared Hummie for his eventual movement into finding work as a musician.

Podcast Ep 10 – Table Of Contents

1.25 Meeting a huge number of world renown musicians.

2.25 Bumping into Pat Metheny!

4.34 Leaving Berklee and finding work.

5.57 Teaching at his first school and big band work.

7.00 How Hummie Passed the Bud Matton audition.

10.50 Falling on his feet and living it up in Florida.

13.35 Performing the rock opera "Tommy".

15.10 Playing country music and working in the far north of Canada.

19.00 Joining a Canadian comedy team.

23.17 Playing the Calgary stampede.

25.43 LA - first contact.

26.29 First commercial most played on Saturday Night live.

27.35 Leaving the comedy team and moving to LA.

In the next episode, Hummie discusses finding work and becoming established in the Hollywood music scene.

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Hummie Mann - Very Much Alive And Loving it!

From his work with Mel Brooks, Marc Shaiman, James Newton Howard double Emmy winning composer Hummie Mann has achieved a huge amount within his musical life and career. In this serialised podcast interview, Hummie discusses everything from early beginnings through to working with some of the biggest names in American film music.

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Podcast Ep 9 – Table Of Contents

1.30 Hot Cross Buns, Three Blind Mice & summer camp.

3.00 A musical family.

5.00 How to understand the language of music.

7.15 Composition from the beginning.

11.11 Mathematics and music.

11.30 Joseph Schillinger, music and mathematics

12.15 Mensa calling!

19.45 Trying to read music at Berklee.

21.58 Switching instruments - Icarus ascending.

27.05 Working with Toots Thielemans.

29.50 Thoughts about Berklee.

32.20 Hating film composing class!

32.59 Remembering Herb Pomeroy.

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One of Hummie's great songs for Robin Hood: Men in Tights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xwr-7nkTuX4&list=RDXwr-7nkTuX4

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JamStack ... The Most Amazing New Amplification Product In Years!

Chris Prendergast is the inventor of a new portable guitar amplifier that attaches onto the vast majority of electric guitars. Working with your smartphone it's a guitarists dream. Funded via an Indiegogo campaign, it's funding from guitarists around the world has been simply overwhelming. In this podcast GMI talks to Chris about the idea of JamStack, it's development and his hopes for the future.

 

 

Podcast Ep 8 – Table Of Contents

0.50 The inspiration for JamStack.

3.28 Evolution of the initial idea and Indiegogo.

5.30 Integrating with mobile phones and battery life.

7.45 Creating the connection between apps, mobile and amp.

9.34 Strap button included!

10.12 The biggest challenges faced.

11.00 Success with Indiegogo and unit pricing.

13.30 Getting onto Canada's "Dragons Den".

16.21 Speaker technology and it's use in JamStack.

17.45 It ain't heavy.

18.32 Fitting the JamStack to your guitar.

20.31 Plans for the future.

21.32 Release date coming soon!

23.36 For use in education establishments

26.40 Patents pending...

27.42 The long term goals and vision

More About JamStack

JamStack Explained

The JamStack is the world's first attachable guitar amplifier and the first to integrate seamlessly with a smart phone for incredible effects, shockingly good tone, and total portability.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xJZAC7F6PM

Electric guitars can be a pain to set up. All the required equipment like cables, pedals, power outlets and amplifiers take up space and limit where and when you can play. The JamStack solves that problem, letting guitarists and bassists play wherever, whenever they choose.

Easy Set-up: JamStack’s lightweight, portable amplifier connects to the base of an electric guitar (or electric bass) in seconds. Weighing under 2lbs. (900 grams), the amp fits on the strap button at the bottom of most guitars using a spring load system and soft mount to protect from scratches. Adjust the smartphone mount and connect two short cords to the phone and guitar’s output and you are ready to jam!

How Long Does A Charge Last For?

The JamStack runs 8-hours on a single charge and works with iOS, Windows, Android, and iPhone Touch. Its 10-watt speaker is designed to sound great at high AND low volume. It’s not distorted like a mini-amp, so guitarists can sound as good practicing in the middle of the night at low volume as they would jamming alongside other instruments on the street. Since it is so small and light, the JamStack fits in a guitar case making it perfect for road trips, parties and jamming in the park.

Using Effects

Layer Effects: Pair the JamStack with apps like AmpliTube and AmpKit to add layered effects like drum beats without wasting time on levels. Back tracks won’t drop out like regular amps! And since the phone is right on the guitar body, guitarists can set up loops on the fly, perform sequined samples, or record and share music effortlessly. JamStack helps recreate virtually any guitar sound without the need for a lot of computer equipment.

It’s great for new guitar players too! Adjust the phone to can hear the lesson and follow along on the screen. It even works as a great tuner! Plus, JamStack can be paired with Bluetooth to double as an ultra- premium Bluetooth speaker for sharing tunes wirelessly.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_okdy9wVn8

When Will JamStack Be Ready

What’s Next: JamStack will take pre-orders on a new Indiegogo campaign starting May 2nd and will appear on Canadian TV’s Dragons’ Den in Fall 2017. A winter 2016 Kickstarter campaign raised more than 325% of its goal to fund the tooling and first manufacturing run in Summer 2017. They have a working prototype and high-end manufacturer lined up so the first customers will receive their JamStacks in August.

About JamStack

Company History: Chris Prendergast founded JamStack out of a desire to add layered effects to his electric guitar sounds without expensive computer equipment. Using his background in electrical engineering, Chris built a custom guitar by drilling a hole for a speaker and a smartphone. To make it more accessible to all guitar lovers, Chris hacked together an attachable cardboard version that eventually led to the JamStack. Overwhelming support and an experienced design team will soon bring it to market to let musicians play whenever they get inspired.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AnBsN13bW0

Chris Prendergast - His Background

About Chris: Chris Prendergast is an inventor, a teacher, a musician and an inspiration to young minds. His passion for experimental hands-on learning landed him a job traveling throughout Canada teaching students how to build Lego robotics. He’s also coached 6-robotics teams and speaks often about inventing and entrepreneurship.

Chris has been recognized for his inventions with numerous television appearances starting when he was child, including: Discovery channel’s Daily Planet, Science Max and TVO Kids. He has recently been interviewed about JamStack on High Tech Toys and local Toronto stations.

Chris got his physics degree from McMaster University in Hamilton, and a teaching degree at the University of Western Ontario in Perth. His love of guitar stretches back 15 years and includes 3-years in a local band called the Death Valley Yacht Club.

You can find out all about JamStack's Indiegogo campaign by clicking HERE.

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Join GMI founder Ged Brockie in this insightful podcast episode as he explores the art of improvisation, helping musicians transform technical skills into heartfelt musical expression. Discover key concepts and practical tips for developing your improvisational abilities and unlocking your creative potential in music.

Calum Malcolm Has Recorded Some Of The Biggest Names In Music. Hear What He Has To Say About Music, Tech., Education & More.

Calum Malcolm is without doubt one of the finest recording engineers/producers in the world today. From his work with "The Blue Nile", to "Fish", Mark Knopfler, Aly Bain, his numerous orchestral recordings and more, Calum's thoughts on the recording industry, technology, education and the future of recording need to be listened to.

Podcast Ep 6 – Table Of Contents

1.08 Early introduction to recording.

4.80 The first studio in Edinburgh, Scotland.

8.37 The size and weight of equipment in the sixties.

7.08 Working in a HI-FI shop.

9.18 Starting a degree at the Leeds College of Music.

10.18 The first paid recording sessions.

12.15 Astronomy no more.

16.12 Studying electronics at college.

17.05 The creation of Castle Sound 1974.

21.00 Recording different types of music.

22.50 Thoughts on sound production education courses.

26.37 What sound production trainees need to know.

32.30 Working with Linn Records?

34.50 Working with Stéphane Grappelli.

36.20 Military recordings.

38.40 Neve desks.

42.49 Favorite microphones

43.30 The march of technology and thoughts on early DAWs

50.18 Listening to music.

53.56 The future of audio recording.

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Joseph Alexander Of Fundamental Changes - The Guitarist Who's Sold 300,000 Guitar Books!

Joseph Alexander, the founder of Fundamental Changes is an amazing person and not only because he has sold a million dollars of guitar books. He is amazing because he found a gap in a market using new publishing technology and worked tirelessly to create a new way of reaching guitar players around the world. Joseph is now a regular speaker for Amazon events as he explains and helps others understand his business, work and music ethos. In this our fifth podcast, Ged Brockie discusses Joseph's musical background, training and how he built up this business from nothing. Joseph also discusses where he sees things going in the future as well as offering a shout out to talent around the world to get on board with Fundamental Changes.

Podcast Ep 5 – Table Of Contents

1.26 Introduction by Joseph.

2.45 Meeting Brian May of Queen.

5.45 Early music education and exposure to guitar.

7.08 Moving to London & London College of Music

9.04 Starting a degree at the Leeds College of Music.

14.20 How the first guitar book came about and the start of Fundamental Changes.

15.30 Publishing the first book.

18.00 Moving on to further guitar publications and the process behind this.

21.35 Becoming a power publisher on Amazon.

23.15 Joseph explains his process when writing a guitar book.

26.50 Potential collaboration with Martin Taylor on a new book title.

28.50 Branding and the way it works with Amazon.

32.20 Opportunities for new guitarists and musicians with Fundamental Changes.

35.27 Royalty split details for writers and how Fundamental Changes works with others.

38.40 Future plans for Fundamental Changes.

Check Out Just Some Of The Books That Joseph Has Created

 

 

 

 

[easyazon_link identifier="B01BNMW4UM" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]Guitar: How to Memorize the Fretboard: Quickly and Easily Learn the Notes on the Guitar Neck[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="B00CLNXGH8" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]The Practical Guide to Modern Music Theory for Guitarists: With 2.5 hours of Audio and Over 200 Notated Examples (Guitar Technique)[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="1480170496" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]The CAGED System and 100 Licks for Blues Guitar: Learn To Play The Blues Your Way![/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="B00B88K4D6" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]Complete Technique for Modern Guitar: Over 200 Fast-Working Exercises with Audio Examples (Guitar Technique Book 5)[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="1911267302" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]Guitar: The Circle of Fifths for Guitarists: Learn and Apply Music Theory for Guitar[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="B00PEYNDUQ" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]Guitar Chords in Context Part One: Learn to construct and apply essential guitar chords[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="1910403261" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]Guitar Fretboard Fluency: The Creative Guide to Mastering The Guitar[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="1483930459" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]Beginner's Guitar Lessons: The Essential Guide: The Quickest Way to Learn to Play (Fundamental Changes)[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="B00HBY8V0O" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]The Complete Guide to Playing Blues Guitar Part One - Rhythm Guitar (Play Blues Guitar Book 1)[/easyazon_link]

[easyazon_link identifier="1910403318" locale="US" tag="guitandmusiin-20"]Voice Leading Jazz Guitar: Creative Voice Leading and Chord Substitution for Jazz Rhythm Guitar (Guitar Chords in Context) (Volume 3)[/easyazon_link]

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Phillip Thorne MBE Discusses His Life Of Guitar & Music

Phillip Thorne MBE is one of Scotland's most significant guitar players of the last forty years and not just within the realm of classical guitar. His commissioning of new music for guitar and orchestra, his work within the field of performance and education have been a beacon of light for a generation of players to follow, emulate and in Phillip's own works "better". In this candid interview, Phillip discusses his life from his first exposure to music, through the "performance years" as well as guitar competitions, classical guitar education and more.

Phillip Thorne in rehearsal of a new guitar concerto by John Maxwell Geddes. The composer is conducting.

Podcast Ep 4 - Table Of Contents

1.45 Early years of piano, Hendrix, bands and finding classical guitar.

4.30 Learning classical guitar in Scotland during the 1960s.

6.29 Main classical guitar influences.

9.24 Working with composer Thomas Wilson

10.24 Locating recordings of classical guitarists.

12.10 Getting an education.

13.54 The Moray House years.

15.14 Guitar societies and performance.

20.00 Thoughts on adjudicating guitar competitions.

24.19 Working as a head of music.

25.50 Sorros.

27.40 The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland formally the RSAMD.

32.25 Discussing the "MBE" and how it happened.

34.16 The many guitars and guitar maker relationships.

39.30 Classical guitar education and it's challenges.

45.20 The opportunities and difficulties facing today's classical guitarists.

Listen To Phillip Thorne MBE Performing

Part of a guitar concerto premier composed by Thomas Wilson and performed by Phillip Thorne MBE.

http://www.guitarandmusicinstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Guitar-Concerto-Phillip-Thorne.mp3

 

Sorros - Dances of The Scottish Courte with Phillip Thorne and Selina Madeley: From the album Sorros.

http://www.guitarandmusicinstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Dances-Of-The-Scottish-Courte.mp3

 

"Stardustis" from the album "Celtic Soul" by Phillip Thorne and Selina Madeley

http://www.guitarandmusicinstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Stardustis-1.mp3

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Nigel Clark Jazz Guitarists - A Performing Musician

Nigel Clark is one of Scotland's finest jazz guitarists. His incredible musicality and amazing technique have made him one of the most sought after players not only in his native Scotland, but in Europe and beyond. Find out more about his career, view on music education and how to create an individual sound in the interview that follows.

 

Podcast Ep 3 - Table Of Contents

1.02 Which Nigel Clark is this?

2.10 Working as a session musician in London.

5.43 Hue & Cry, backing Madonna and stadium rock.

9.57 Rock & pop or jazz...or both?

11.42 Playing with Moya Brenna of Clannad & Gloria Gaynor.

14.28 Moving to jazz...almost!

17.42 The influence of Django Reinhardt.

21.03 Django guitar competitions and individuality.

23.09 The changing world and music fans.

25.19 The life of a performing musician.

30.00 Learning to play music.

31.05 State sponsored education.

34.00 Bill and Oscar.

35.50 How individuality creates a unique voice.

36.47 Bach's brother and Pachelbel.

39.48 The Internet and Youtube.

42.50 Current tour dates and touring in today's world.

48.56 Final thoughts on music and art.

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Nigel On Youtube

There are a lot of videos on Youtube where Nigel can be seen playing in numerous musical settings. Here is a selection through the years, but there are a lot more for you to view.

With Hue & Cry...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gxMvb9VrzY

With Philip Catherine...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiHc7ibMrus

With Gloria Gaynor...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qT6YH2vH2kM

With SGQ (Scottish Guitar Quartet)...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEHf3wns6gk

With Koshka...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NfpUvKeoDo

Nigel Clark on iTunes

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How Does Someone Become A Professional Guitarist?

So if you are starting out, or perhaps you've been playing for some time and you want to make the jump to full time becoming a professional guitarist full time, how do you go about this? What does it entail? More importantly, what is the probable reality compared to the dreams that you have? In this episode, you will hear from guitarist Ged Brockie who has been plying his trade as a professional musician for over thirty years. Pulling from his own experience you'll learn just what it takes to earn your living as a musician. A highly personal podcast episode, Ged talks about his own beginnings as a musician and how this initial dream developed into the reality of actually making a living.

This podcast talks about the realities of making a living as a musician and the fact that you don't always get everything on your own terms. Also discussed is the how you need a basket of skills and you also need to be adaptable to situations. Talent, that often used word also is considered. What really is talent and how do other people view and perceive it?

Note From Ged Brockie

I have included a download of my CV which includes the vast majority of the work that I have carried out. It does not list my ongoing home tuition and gigs I perform at in my hometown and further afield. I have included it so you can see the diversity needed to earn a living as a musician. Or at least, this is how I have found it.

 

 

 

 

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