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Welcome.

I know this maybe the most depressing and saddest song ever sung but I am happy doing it because I think I did it justice. I feel it.

At the time of this post I am dealing with a lot. I know I will make it though. If you are going through something, and want to talk with someone about it, I'm here.

This is my favorite month of the year. I am accomplishing some of my goals despite some of the setbacks I’ve experienced. I’ve been wanting to be a great guitarist since I was 5 years old. Just never got around to it like I have these past three years. Better late than never.

I have found a bunch (25 I think) videos I have posted over the past couple of years experimenting with video production, sound and of course learning the guitar.

What’s funny is that I sometimes play better before I put the iPhone on the tripod to record. Trying to get the lighting and sound right is a little extra stress in addition to trying to play correctly.

I got some technique work to do. I still have to learn the fretboard. I want to learn music theory. I plan to be a good rhythm guitarist. As soon as I figure out the secret of chords. (Smile). I am heavily influenced by B.B. King. I have a long, long way to go but the journey is fun.

Again, welcome. Lets’ jam.

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On Guitar

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