🎸 July Update: New Video + Denver show TONIGHT


July Update: New Video + Denver show TONIGHT

Hey folks! I've got a few updates to share and a fun Soundslice to play with at the bottom of this email.

Here's the summary

  • My first video from the studio has been released, it's all about Progressions: Lead Guitar
  • There's a free info session + Q&A about Progressions next Tuesday 7/30
  • I'm playing in Denver TONIGHT at Cervantes Other Side, and four more shows this weekend

First video from the studio

video preview​

My first video release from the studio is all about this Fall's cohort for Progressions: Lead Guitar. You'll hear me play some guitar and then I tell you a bit about the program. Check it out!

Click here for more info on Progressions with Swallow Hill

Have questions about Progressions?

Swallow Hill is hosting a virtual info session + Q&A next Tuesday 7/30 at 7pm (mountain time).

TONIGHT at Cervantes : Mama Magnolia and Anna Moss

Mama Magnolia hits at 9pm! We'll be done by 10:15p, so this is a great chance to see the band and still be home by 11pm. OR, you can stick around and hear Anna Moss & the Nightshades, who I think the world of. They are a fantastic band and I love the music.

Other shows this weekend

We'll also be playing Buena Vista, Steamboat Springs, and Boulder this weekend. Here are the details:

  • Tonight 7/25 - Denver, CO - Cervantes Other Side - 9pm w/ Anna Moss
  • Friday 7/26 - Buena Vista, CO - The Lariat - 8:15pm w/ Fruition
  • Saturday 7/27 - Steamboat Springs, CO - Howelsen Hill Ski Area - 6pm w/ Fruition
  • Saturday 7/27 - Steamboat Springs, CO - the press - 10pm
  • Sunday 7/28 - Boulder, CO - Velvet Elk Lounge - 8pm w/ Anna Moss

The Beautiful Rhythm Guitar of "Don't Wait Too Long"

Here's a Soundslice I put together for a student who ordered a transcription of this song. I made a printable PDF as well as this Soundslice, hope you enjoy getting these beautiful sounds out of your guitar!

If you'd ever like a chart made for a song you like, let me know via email. I'd love to connect.

Happy Summer! Hope you all are well and staying cool.

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