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From demo to hit single: Owner of a Lonely Heart

August 22, 2018August 30, 2018 Scott McCormick

Here’s the story of how an unlikely collaboration met with a massive riff, memorable chorus, groundbreaking samples, and an in-your-face solo to produce a surprise hit single in 1983. Read the post.

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Intensify your musical arrangements and solos with call and response

June 3, 2016December 16, 2021 Michael Gallant

Whatever your genre, your solos and musical arrangements can come to life in you incorporate call and response between instruments, vocalists, and any combination you can think of. Read More.

transcribing solos

Transcribing solos can help you improvise

May 27, 2016May 27, 2016 Michael Gallant

Transcribing solos that other musicians have played can be a challenge, as it requires significant music notation chops and a sharp ear. Like any musical skill, though, it can be learned, and is well worth the investment of time to make it happen. Read More.

improvisation and soloing techniques

Improvisation and soloing techniques

May 27, 2016December 16, 2021 Lucy Briggs

Our May 24th Disc Makers #DMchat focused on improvisation and soloing techniques featuring pianist, composer, and producer Michael Gallant. Read More.

play a great solo

A great solo can elevate your song

May 13, 2016December 16, 2021 Michael Gallant

Whether it’s a virtuosic guitar, a transcendent piano, or a funky breakdown on bass, a great solo can add power and personality to songs in any genre. Read more.

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