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Pedal on every chord.

This will teach you about chord melodies.

The more I do this the more I realize the power of a site like this. The more you talk about things, the more you post, the more you comment, I think, the more you learn.

When you record something with the intent of posting on this site you will work hard on the piece and it will sound your best by the time you get it up here. That's important. We all have to do things to sound our best.

We've talked about doing some lesson about working with singers. And they're coming, they're on my list.

I've spent the last month down here in St. Maarten working with a singer and a bass player. They're very close friends of mine whom I've known for a few years now.

There are lots of great solo performances by pianists and guitarists. This video takes a look at a few techniques that these instruments employ and tries to adapt them to the vibes. Hey, why reinvent the wheel?

Can you cats fill me in? I just downloaded 'Guys and Dolls Love the Vibes'.

Here's part 1 of the harmony for our TOTM, "How Deep Is The Ocean."

Here's a really quick and simple 4 mallet version of invitation.

I talk about coming up with a quick version of the tune that fits with the melody, just something to get you going. Here's a version of that. Just really simple.

I would use this if you're having trouble coming up with your own version.

Here's some minor idea adjustments for our TOTM, If I Were A Bell.

Sorry about the trash truck noise outside!