SEEKING
Other, Other Percussion, Acoustic Guitar, Vocalist.ABOUT
As a fingerstyle guitarist and vocalist, my songs include acoustic styles for both cover and unique songs that are distinctively arranged and varied, with a sense of timing and soulful depth. I haven't done many gigs but would be interested in pursuing occasional small venue gigs. Have done a few online concerts, house concerts and some open mics. Mostly would just love to have acoustic jams for the love of great song.
- Screen name:
- Janova
- Member since:
- Feb 19 2007
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Moderately Committed
- Years playing music:
- 40
- Gigs played:
- 10 to 50
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
Influences
While the music of the 60's and '70s was my foundational influence, I've run the gamut from classical to celtic to blues and the many acoustic styles in between. A richness can be found in every genre -- it's the individual songs that speak. I look for expressive songs and ways to make them deep. Trying to pin down specific influences is like naming all the favorite recipes you've ever tasted.
Instrument experience:
- Vocalist:
- Advanced
- Acoustic Guitar:
- Advanced
- Other Percussion:
- Moderate
- Rhythm Guitar:
- Moderate
- Ukulele:
- Moderate
- Background Singer:
- Moderate
- Dobro:
- Moderate
EQUIPMENT
Have equipment for a solo artist including acoustic amp, mics, peddles and such. Don't use them much, honestly. Just beginning to experiment with backup and vocal technology, as well as looping. Mostly I just pick up my guitar and play, pretty much every day, always working on some new song. The fun of music is that it costs nothing after the equipment is purchased and there is never-ending learning and growth for the rest of your life. Tommy Emmanuel is a testimony to excellence as we age.
MUSIC
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Jubilee
Jubilee
A song played live during a virtual performance -- not perfected, but gives an example of voice and acoustic style.