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The Song Is You
tonymiceli
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Just a rough video I made playing with French bassist Antoine Brochot during a summer workshop I do in France.
4 months ago - 2 comments
Any suggestions for "Trigger Finger"?
IndianaGlen
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A couple years ago I had some minor issues with the thumb on my right hand, but it went away.  Now my right little finger hurts like crazy and it pops and catches when I close my hand, especially first thing in the morning.  I played…
2 months 2 weeks ago - 4 comments
Inconsistent Bar Resonance
harrysundown
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Finally doing some maintenance on my Jenco 3-octave vibraphone, for which I received some helpful advice here in the past.  What I've done so far:- Replaced both cords, all the post insulators and the dampening felt with brand new ones…
4 months ago - 9 comments
Rhythm Changes - Build Vocabulary on the As Pt. 4 by Behn Gillece
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In this section, we continue with the F#7–B7–E7–A7–D7–G7–C7–F7 progression in measures 1-4, but with a simplified rhythmic approach. Rather than relying on continuous eighth-note lines, this version demonstrates how to outline the changes…
2 months 2 weeks ago - 0 comments
Just Friends Chord Melody - Part 1
tonymiceli
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Here is a chord melody to Just Friends. I put up a quick audio version which is similar to the pdf, but I just wanted to do my thing, which is partly on the pdf! Right? It changes each time I play it, in little ways. I left the pedaling…
2 months 2 weeks ago - 0 comments
On Ebay I never thought of this, it’s the MALLET that vibrates! (for fun)
IndianaGlen
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  For Sale on Ebay (link to ebay)    
2 months 2 weeks ago - 1 comments
Rhythm Changes - Build Vocabulary on the As Pt. 3 by Behn Gillece
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Expanding Vocabulary Over the A SectionContinuing our exploration of rhythm changes, this lesson focuses on another set of substitute chord changes for the A section. While the general framework remains the same, this version features a…
2 months 2 weeks ago - 0 comments
(Solved) Problems with Malletech
walsroderpianist
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Hi vibes players,I am a vibes and piano player frm Germany. I bought an Omega 5 years ago via Steve Weiss. I love the sound of the instrument, but am in despair now. I never did any harm to it, but 4 months ago the dampening bar was…
3 months 1 week ago - 10 comments
Beginners: Simple Improv (Tx to David Friedman)
tonymiceli
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I would see David performing this when we would play duo concerts. It's a cool improv that is also a great study.
2 months 3 weeks ago - 0 comments
Beginners: Your Hands
tonymiceli
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I am always working with students on their hands. Quite a few have problems and bad habits. Well for that matter we all at some level usually have a problem or two and a bad habit or two! You HAVE to get your hands together and working…
2 months 3 weeks ago - 0 comments
Beginners: Double Sticking
tonymiceli
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Just some stuff to think about with double sticking as well as a way to practice double sticking. i do feel that we want to do as much alternate sticking as we can. I know some disagree including David Friedman. So take it for what it's…
2 months 3 weeks ago - 0 comments
Rhythm Changes - Build Vocabulary on the As Pt. 2 by Behn Gillece
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Expanding Vocabulary Over the Second A SectionIn previous lessons, we explored the bridge of rhythm changes and how to apply those concepts to other tunes. We also examined one possible approach to the first A section, demonstrating how…
2 months 3 weeks ago - 0 comments
Bernard and his Malletkat! Smokin'!
tonymiceli
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I think Bernard Maseli is the best electronic mallet player out there and by leaps and bounds! He's a monster!
4 months 1 week ago - 2 comments
Rhythm Changes - Build Vocabulary on the As Pt. 1 by Behn Gillece
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In previous lessons, we analyzed the bridge of rhythm changes and explored how to apply those ideas to other tunes. However, the A sections are just as important, as they follow common harmonic movements found in many standards. By…
3 months ago - 0 comments
Skylight - Video Pick of the Month - Listen and Discuss@
tonymiceli
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Here's a link to the whole album:  Do you have a fav cd you want to mention? Put in this google form: Here is the form.What do you guys think of this CD? Like it? Hate it? In the middle? Not a typical jazz cd as many of us know them. I…
3 months 1 week ago - 3 comments
Using The Bebop Scale On Modal Tunes Pt. 2 by Behn Gillece
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In a recent lesson, I worked with a student on applying modal concepts to one of my original compositions, Mindful Moments. As in our previous lesson, we focused on incorporating dominant bebop harmony within a modal framework. While…
3 months 1 week ago - 0 comments
Friedman: Pedaling and Dampening Etude No. 24
Yu Chih Cherry Chen
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Recorded by iPad 
3 months 1 week ago - 0 comments
Friedman 25
Sam Shaner
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Friedman Etude 25
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Using The Bebop Scale On Modal Tunes Pt. 1 by Behn Gillece
behng
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I recently had a lesson with a student where we focused on playing in modal settings. One key point I always emphasize is the value of incorporating dominant bebop harmony, even within a modal framework. While understanding modes is, of…
3 months 1 week ago - 0 comments
Freidman 18
Trevorlamar04
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Friedman 18
3 months 2 weeks ago - 0 comments
Resonator exchange
luca gusella
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Hi all. Can the Musser M 75 resonators be mounted on the M 55 ? Are they compatible ? Thanks . Luca
3 months 1 week ago - 3 comments
Freidman: Pedaling Exercise No. 20
Yu Chih Cherry Chen
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Recorded with Ipad
3 months 2 weeks ago - 0 comments
Rhythm Changes Bridge Exercise No. 2 by Behn Gillece
behng
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Lesson: Inverse Diminished Lines Over the Bridge of Rhythm Changes (Part 2)In this second part of the lesson, we’re continuing to explore the bridge of rhythm changes with a new twist on the diminished pattern from the previous exercise.…
3 months 3 weeks ago - 0 comments
Coffee House Feb. 2, 2025
tonymiceli
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I used AI to make a podcast about the coffee house! That's down below.     Here is a summary of the CD picks, including the title and performer, as discussed in the sources: Alone at Last by Gary Burton Explosive (Bags Groove) by Milt…
4 months ago - 0 comments
Rhythm Changes Bridge Exercise No. 1 by Behn Gillece
behng
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I'm a big fan of practicing the bridge of rhythm changes. The harmonic movement in fourths is common in many tunes, making this a valuable exercise for improving your ability to navigate various progressions.In this lesson, rather than…
4 months ago - 0 comments
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