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GMI - Guitar And Music Institute Guitar Podcasts

This podcast is created by GMI - Guitar And Music Institute. GMI produces free online guitar tuition, guitar publications, guitar HD video and lots more including our guitar player forum. This series of guitar podcasts will feature interviews with professional guitarists and musicians of note, guitar lessons, music tuition, discussion about guitar gear amongst many different topics. If you play guitar then subscribe get the latest news, views and discussion from some of the finest guitarists and guitar tuition ideas on the web.

  1. 16 MAR

    Episode 61 – Liam Thomas: Creating Music & Spicing Up A Music Career

    One of the aims of the GMI - Guitar & Music Institute's podcast is to bring new people to a wider audience who are creating a life in the world of music. There are many ways that people can be involved in music, but in this episode, Ged Brockie interviews American guitarist and composer Liam Thomas who outlines the many opportunities available to people making their way in muisc. Liam has his own band, has created many compositions but along with that, Liam also works in the world of music publishing. To be exact, Liam heads up the J.W. Pepper "My Score" team ensuring that composers from America and around the world are able to create income from uploading their music to the J.W. Pepper My Score platform. In this wide ranging interview, Liam discusses his early years, his motivations for playing and composing music as well as the important work he carries out in one of the world biggest publishers. Podcast Ep 61 – Table Of Contents 0.00 - 2.30 Introduction 2.30 Studies and education. 3.50 Guitar influences. 6.03 Liam's family background. 10.18 Deciding to make music a career choice. 12.35 Don't be afraid to also work in other sectors. 14.00 Performance opportunities in America. 15.50 How do composers can make an income? 16.46 Is the emergence of AI making it more difficult for musicians? 23.03 Liam and his role within J.W. Pepper publishing. 24.55 How J.W. Pepper is changing with the rise of the digital revolution. 27.27 Discussing the Hal Leonard buy out. 28.15 Defining the "My Score" opportunities. 32.46 Liam discusses the formation and history of J.W. Pepper. 33.17 The extended reach of the company. 34.12 Liam's plans for the future and final thoughts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8q-kKwUyVw All music played in this podcast comes with the knowledge and prior permission Liam Thomas. For those wishing to learn more about Liam, his music, band and his work with J.W. Pepper, please check these website links. https://www.jwpepper.com/myscore/liamthomasmusic My "My Score" profile. https://www.jwpepper.com/myscore General "My Score" website landing page, for anyone interested in signing up after listening to the show. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1cxOzsK8DQ https://flow.page/obsl.pa The flow page for Liam's band, Obsolescence. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/liamthomas2/fire--ice-feat-nathan-hansen Some of Liam's solo music from graduate school.

    37 min

  2. 09/11/2024

    Episode 60 – Robbie Melville: Creating Musical Waves Downunder

    Robbie Melville is an award winning guitar player and composer from Australia. Australia has produced a long line of great musical artists, particularily in the pop genre. For many, however, the more complex forms of Australian music creation and production has been perhaps a best kept secret less well known. With the internet and easier access to information, that is definately changing with many incredible musicians that create and work in Australia being feted around the world. Here is a short quote from Robbie's website which highlights the awards he has received. "Melville’s compositions have garnered several awards. Most recently he became a recipient of the 2021 Johnny Dennis Music Award. In 2016 he was awarded both the Industry and Orkeztra prizes in the Composition Competition for world music ensemble Orkeztra Glasso Bashalde with the piece ‘Tango In Pusan’. He was awarded first place for ‘Junkyard’ in the Instrumental Category of the 2018 International Songwriting Competition, a competition that amassed over 19,000 entries. The same song was shortlisted for the 2021 Composition-To-Choreography Competition "MadeBy", an initiative of OneMusic Australia and the Australian arm of the Royal Academy of Dance." Podcast Ep 60 – Table Of Contents 0.00 - 2.23 Introduction 3.50 Touring and making music in Australia. 8.23 Early musical influences. 11.15 The story leading up to playing the principle chair with the "Australian Pops Orchestra". 19.20 Moving to Shanghai and working as a musician. 26.05 A short extract from Robbie's recording "11 Orange Monsters I Have Known" from his album titled "Tangled Trails". 26.50 Robbie discusses composition and it's development within his life. 30.40 Creating improvised music for live silent film screenings. 32.30 Working in music tuition and thoughts on people's takeup of music and the influence of social media. 37.15 A short extract from Robbie's recording "Foster" from his album titled "Distance". 38.08 Future projects including "The Village Square". 46.14 Final thoughts and wrap-up with "Two Roads" from his album titled "Distance". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NB7xmA70qjg All music played in this podcast comes with the knowledge and prior permission of Robbie Melville. For those wishing to learn more about Robbie, please check his website. You might be interested in exploring the vibrant world of Australian music, known for its rich tapestry of genres and exceptional talents. Speaking of Australian music and its evolution, you might want to dive into the intricacies of Australian music, where you'll discover the unique influence of the local culture. Additionally, the complexities of musical composition play a crucial role in shaping the sounds we enjoy today. For those looking to understand the broader context, the pop music genre has produced numerous iconic artists from Australia and beyond. Don't miss the chance to learn more about the intersection of music and social media, which has transformed how musicians connect with audiences worldwide.

    48 min

  3. 22/08/2024

    Episode 59 – Mark Hunter: Discovering Social Responsibility In Norway Through Music Therapy

    INTRODUCTION For most people, moving to a new country is daunting enough, but if you have to learn a new language (considered one of the most difficult to learn), then that is the definition of a life changing event. For Mark Hunter, this is exactly the direction that his life has taken. Mark, now a qualified music therapy practitioner in Norway has made a new life for himself and his family. As Mark details, although his native Scotland is not so far from Norway (just a quick flight over the North Sea), the differences between the two countries is large. Mark Hunter & Nephew Podcast Ep 56 – Table Of Contents * 0.00 - 4.48 Introduction * 4.49 Musical background and beginnings. * 9.19 Mark's thoughts on the therapeutic nature of music. * 11.00 Gaining a masters in music therapy. * 12.57 What is the therapy part of music therapy? * 18.25 Societal differences between Scotland and Norway. * 33.09 Learning to speak Norwegian. * 36.30 Discussing the types of people who may benefit from music therapy. * 44.33 Methodology of music therapy. * 53.05 Does music therapy work better in certain types of societies and countries? * 63.00 Final thoughts and wrap-up. NOTE: Intro and outro music features extracts from the track Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/kasseo/back-homeLicense code: YTLLW1SJWJPQRAT3 Sandnes Kulterskole Mark Hunter Performing at annual Musikkfest in Stavanger. For those wishing to learn more about Nordoff-Robbins, please check Podcast Episode 15.

    1h 6m

  4. 24/07/2024

    Episode 58 – Honza Kourimsky; new band, new album, new life.

    INTRODUCTION Regular listeners to this podcast may remember the first time Ged Brockie interviewed Honza Kourimsky which was for episode 41 back in July 2020. We were into lockdown and the world had changed. Four years later and the world continues to change, constantly and certainly for Honza who now has embarked upon a new band, a new recording and the biggest change of all, a new life with his partner in the west coast of America. In this, episode 58, Ged catches up with Honza and his journey to date as well as talking about what it takes to self finance and run a band and relocating to the other side of the world. They also look into and this will mean for his music, his band and his life. Podcast Ep 56 – Table Of Contents * 0.00 - 2.32 Introduction * 3.35 Honza's musical background. * 6.58 Detailing a transient childhood. * 16.55 Learning from being part of Nimbus Sextet. * 23.06 Can a meaningful living still be made out of music? * 29.34 The writing, recording, touring cycle. * 36.09 Outlining the size Mahuki for both recording and touring. * 40.07 Moving to America. * 46.03 The joy of touring and playing live. * 47.50 What plans do you have for establishing yourself in the American Northwest. * 50.55 Final thoughts and wrap-up. NOTE: Intro and outro music features extracts from the tracks "Warrior Path" and "Presence" from the Mahuki album "Gratitude" which is available on all major online streaming platforms. Honda In Performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D56dcjvdYPw CONNECT WITH HONZA https://www.honzakourimsky.com/ Buy Honza's Book On Tapping On Guitar /*

    53 min

  5. 05/07/2024

    Episode 57 – Kenny Tomlinson

    INTRODUCTION If you have always wanted to get into the business of playing music for a living but don't know how then this podcast is a must listen. Kenny Tomlinson has had no formal music education but he's lived his entire life playing the music he loves and travels the world playing in a multitude of bands and with a huge number of great musicians. Kenny discusses how he got into music, his passion for the 50s and the rock n roll scene of the 1950s. Podcast Ep 56 – Table Of Contents * 0.00 - 0.40 Introduction * 0.56 Bumping into Kenny Tomlinson. * 1.30 Musical background and gaining employment in a local music shop. * 9.30 Putting together the first saxophone! * 13.25 The changing face of the music industry. * 14.25 Getting involved in the music industry. * 16.43 Completely self taught instrumentalist. * 19.27 Biggest influence on Kenny's style. * 20.50 Playing Viva Las Vegas. * 25.19 Actually making a living playing the music of the 50s. * 26.35 Playing with the band "Mud". * 29.57 Playing with Mary Jean Lewis. * 31.35 Being hired by local promotors to play with various acts across Europe. * 34.38 The secret to getting work in the music business. * 35.15 Getting the saxophone on flights and the treatment given by airlines in general. * 38.55 The saxophone that Kenny plays. * 44.24 Looking for rockabilly festivals and 50s music and wrap up. Kenny In Performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0yxAcNwkrg CONNECT WITH KENNY https://www.facebook.com/kenny.tomlinson.1

    46 min

  6. 23/05/2024

    Episode 56 – Joáo Paz

    INTRODUCTION In this episode of the GMI Podcast, you'll hear an interview with Joáo Paz and Ged Brockie. Joáo is a dedicated teacher of guitar and a leading light in Portugal's jazz guitar scene. Joáo reveals his background, the reasons for his love of music and some of the challenges that the current music scene and music technology holds for young and older musicians alike. Also discussed is his journey in jazz guitar education, his work in bands in Portugal and his concepts around what people need to have in their lives to fulfill their potential. Podcast Ep 56 – Table Of Contents * 0.00 - 0.55 Introduction * 0.56 Opening remarks and remarks about Portugal. * 4.10 Early life and initial influences. * 9.37 Discussion about early days learning guitar. * 11.17 Demonstration of guide tone techniques. * 13.04 Rock bands, recording and touring in the 80s. * 18.44 Thoughts on the Instagram generation. * 19.57 Multiple guitar teachers then a degree in violin performance! * 23.09 The need for method and structure in music education. * 26.10 Returning to guitar and studying jazz guitar. * 30.38 Comments around why having an instrumental teacher is a good idea. * 33.38 About Joáo's teaching practice in Portugal. * 34.32 Joáo performs "Darn That Dream". * 36.49 Thoughts on music in Portugal and hopes for the future. * 41.22 Joáo outlines why you should consider taking lessons with him. * 42.45 Wrap up. Short Video Of Joáo In Performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKVVh9WDwPs CONNECT WITH JOÁO https://www.instagram.com/joaopazguitar/?hl=en-gb LEARN GUITAR WITH JOÁO - COMING SOON

    44 min

  7. 19/02/2024

    Episode 55 – Gavin Jack on Slide Guitar

    Gavin Jack is one of GMI's online tutors and is much in demand as both a player and teacher of guitar. One playing style that always has a line of interested players lining up is slide guitar. In this podcast, Gavin talks about his early interest in the subject of slide and how he has developed it into the performance standard playing style he now posesses. Gavin also demonstrates various techniques in the podcast as well as contributing the opening music. Jamie Akers recording session London, England. Podcast Ep 55 – Table Of Contents * 0.00 - 1.31 Introduction * 1.32 When did you start playing guitar? * 4.22 Once playing, where did you start heading stylistically? * 8.06 How did you discover slide guitar? * 11.40 Slide in advertising. * 13.40 Examples of slide demonstrated by Gavin. * 15.25 What are the roots of slide guitar? * 17.00 What you have to do if learning to play slide guitar. * 19.39 Guitars used in playing slide guitar. * 22.07 Gavin's free slide pack to be released by GMI. * 24.23 Demonstrating "Jesus Gonna Make Up My Dying Bed". * 27.29 More information on Gavin's upcoming projects. * 32.10 Who to listen to to hear examples of slide guitar. * 35.22 Slide demonstration with Travis picking. Short Video Of Gavin In Performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8UDH4HbLFM CONNECT WITH GAVIN LEARN GUITAR WITH GAVIN - COMING SOON

    38 min

  8. 15/01/2024

    Episode 54 – Federico Bruera

    Federico Bruera is not a household name in Latin guitar...yet, but you never know! In this latest podcast, Ged Brockie speaks to the guitar player who has travelled half way across the world and is now settled in a small town in the east of Scotland. "Fede", as he is called by friends and family alike, shares his journey not only in terms of the physical relocation away from South America, but also his artistic journey which has included some amazing twists and turns. GMI is both delighted to be working with Fede who is creating a new line of downloadable, digital Latin guitar lessons which will soon be heard around the globe! Jamie Akers recording session London, England. Podcast Ep 54 – Table Of Contents * 1.18 Introduction * 2.24 Fede's background and early life. * 13.26 Musical influences from family. * 21.57 Winning a national youth rock band award. * 28.07 Moving to London. * 38.13 Living life as a busker in the London Tube. * 53.18 Moving away from London. * 58.28 Fede's current work and studies. * 1.04.14 East Cost FM radio show. * 1.05.48 Fede's new series about Latin guitar on GMI. FEDE'S FREE LATIN GUITAR LESSON - COMING SOON FEDE'S PAID LATIN GUITAR LESSON - COMING SOON CONNECT WITH FEDE Fede's website can be found by clicking HERE. East Coast FM where Fede has is radio show on Wednesdays and can be found HERE. LEARN GUITAR WITH FEDE - COMING SOON

    1h 13m
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This podcast is created by GMI - Guitar And Music Institute. GMI produces free online guitar tuition, guitar publications, guitar HD video and lots more including our guitar player forum. This series of guitar podcasts will feature interviews with professional guitarists and musicians of note, guitar lessons, music tuition, discussion about guitar gear amongst many different topics. If you play guitar then subscribe get the latest news, views and discussion from some of the finest guitarists and guitar tuition ideas on the web.

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