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Session Guitar: The Importance of Playing "In The Pocket"

Posted 07/12/2011 at 4:03pm | by Ron Zabrocki

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So what is the pocket and how can you learn it? You can’t learn it without hearing and feeling it. You can’t understand it in a vacuum. It exists and shows its teeth and beauty while playing live with other musicians. Once you learn it, your life will never be the same.

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Session Guitar: How to Build a Solid Client Base

Posted 06/21/2011 at 11:04am | by Ron Zabrocki

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Some believe the day of the studio musician is over. Not so, by any means. We’re just hiding in the comfort of our own home studios. These days, we are most likely our own contractors, arrangers, engineers, producers and -- oh yeah -- musicians.

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Session Guitar: Required Software for Home Recording Sessions

Posted 06/13/2011 at 1:47pm | by Ron Zabrocki

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Required Software for Home Recording Sessions

What software is best/necessary to do professionally compatible sessions at home? There are so many choices, so many options and a wide range of prices. Don't let salesmen fool you. You do not need Pro Tools. If you use it, great! If not, great! Use something else.

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Session Guitar: You Don't Need Fancy Gear to Get Started

Posted 06/06/2011 at 11:10am | by Ron Zabrocki

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Session Guitar: You Don't Need Fancy Gear to Get Started

I’ve been a professional studio guy for some 30-odd years. In that time, I’ve learned a few tricks, playing methods and recording techniques I can share with you to make your playing standout and have the client call you back time and time again.

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