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Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode, Will Brahm discusses techniques for Unlocking Sounds on the Archtop. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John Storie discusses the art of jazz phrasing on the guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry Smith discusses techniques for developing a Legato technique on guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. Will Brahm discusses Comping Techniques for Jazz Guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John Storie discusses techniques for practicing triads on the guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry Smith discusses techniques for playing Rhythm Guitar in Jazz. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Will Brahm discusses techniques for Will Brahm discusses techniques for Will Brahm discusses techniques for Expanding Harmony. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John Storie discusses how to practice effectively with a metronome. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry Smith discusses his warm up routine and helpful tips to get your hands ready for the gig. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Will Brahm discusses techniques for Extending Your Lines across the neck. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John Storie discusses techniques for your right hand and helpful practice tips. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry Smith discusses techniques for playing Jazz Standards for solo guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry, John and Will celebrate their season 2 finale and welcome in some old friends! Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Will, John and Perry reflect on the years playing and composing for their group. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John and Will interview New West Guitar Group founding member Perry Smith.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John interviews New West Guitar Group member Will Brahm.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Will interviews New West Guitar Group founding member John Storie.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Studying Your Recordings. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Counterpoint. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Modulation Effects. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Studying Guitar in College. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Original Music. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Dialing in Your Sound Live. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of traveling while on the road in Oregon. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Hybrid Picking. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Picking Techniques. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Favorite Microphones. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Harmolodic Improvisation. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Establishing Your Sound. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Amplifiers. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Writing and Arranging. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Exploring Harmony. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Practice Routines. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of inspiring teachers. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of melodic techniques. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Rhythm Guitar. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Chord Melodies. Check the episode for a discussion and playing examples.  Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of accompanying a vocalist. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the intimidating topic of Sight Reading on the Guitar. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss their New Year's Resolutions and perform examples on their guitars. Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry, Will and John discuss and perform using pedals and various effects that can enhance to your tone. Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This episode Perry, Will and John discuss and perform popular holiday songs on Guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This episode Perry, Will and John discuss and perform concepts for Fingerstyle Jazz Guitar playing. Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry, Will and John discuss concepts for Rhythm and Lead Guitar playing. How they differ and how they are similar.  Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry, John and Will discuss and perform the wonderful music of Brazil on their guitars.  Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry, Will and John discuss and demonstrate elements of the Acoustic Guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing.

This week the group discusses and performs on electric solid body guitars. How do Perry, Will and John approach these guitars? Check it out in this week’s episode of High Action!

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Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing.

This week they dive into the world of transcriptions and how that informs the modern jazz artist. How do Perry, Will and John approach transcribing the language of jazz guitar and other instruments? Check it out in this week’s episode of High Action!

Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group. Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing.

This week is all about Scales and Arpeggios. Check to the episode to see how Perry, Will and John approach practicing to expand their technique and musicianship.