With thanks to Dave Hook and Craig Ainslie of Napier University for setup and facilities. James Akers performs works from the famous composers for the instrument that is the amazing Theorbo as well as an in-depth discussion about the instruments history, composers, compositions and techniques used. A Q&A section takes place towards the end of the video.
Host – Ged Brockie, Filming – Euan Brockie, Sound – Rune Lilledal Hansen, Jamie McLardy.
Lesson Length = 59m14s
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Video Contents
- GMI Pre Lesson Roll.
- Introduction.
- Stevie’s performance.
- Initial thoughts and playthrough.
- Techniques and harmonic considerations.
- Slash voicings and inversions.
- Organic technique examples
- Further examination of chordal ideas
- The ending
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