New Video Chat Instructor, Todd Simpson |
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Mar 27 2010, 03:18 PM
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Hi all -
It gives me great pleasure to announce our newest GMC instructor: Todd Simpson! As an instructor, Todd will be a little different as he is our first instructor dedicated to giving lessons in the Video Chat. Todd has some killer chops and specializes in fast and furious Alternate Picking - he has laid out a lesson plan which I am sure he will share with you all soon along with a schedule for his lessons. We picked Todd out for his easy style and great teaching abilities - some of you were in the chat room last weekend when we were checking out his audio and video setup, and I am sure you will all agree that he gave an awesome off the cuff lesson just while testing out his equipment  Please join me in welcoming Todd to the GMC Community! Here is some history and background on Todd in his own words: Location: Atlanta, Georgia Date of Birth: Jan 1, 1977 Been Playing Guitar Since: 1990 My parents were both musicians and started exposing me to a wide variety of music from a very early age. They loved all kinds of music which probably lead to my eclectic taste in music. I draw from many different styles and always try to remain open to various musical influences. I remember wanting to play the guitar from about the time I could walk. So as soon as I could get my hands on one, I practiced non-stop until I was able to reach the level of musicianship that I desired. I continue to learn and practice and have found that I really enjoy sharing what I've learned with students. Playing and Influences I started playing in my early teens and am largely self taught. I didn't take lessons until I was in my late 20's and wanted to learn Classical Guitar. I could never find an instructor that I clicked with and just pressed forward on my own. I found I learned much better through example than through wrote so I've adopted a similar style in my own teaching and use direct examples with hands on the guitar whenever possible. I started playing in bands in my late teens which was a bit of a challenge as I wasn't old enough to be in the various bars and venues that I was playing. I started wtih a Metal band called Caustic Thought and went from there to play in various gigging bands of varioius styles from blues to pop. I was attracted again and again to heavier forms of music and eventually joined a group called Gnostic (Featuring Atheist drummer Steve Flynn) with two players also originally from Caustic Thought, and played lead and guitar harmonies on their first demo. The band went on to be signed and is now touring Europe. I have since started working on a collaborative project called Krestfallen featuring musicians from all over the globe. My playing style is quite broad but I specialize in alternate picking and right hand / left hand speed and synchronization. I am influenced by a great many guitar players including Paul Gilbert, Tony Mcalpine, Steve Vai, Christopher Parkening, Robert Cray, and dozens of others. I started teaching lessons on youtube a while back and they took off. The lessons have garnered more than a million views and continue to reach players the world over. It's been great to get feedback from students from everywhere and help them get a little closer to their goals as players. I'm thrilled to be on GuitarMasterClass.net now and am looking forward to working with the students. More: Endorsements: I'm currently endorsed by EMG Pickups, Minarik Guitars and Fretlight Guitars. http://www.myspace.com/techniqueswithtodd http://www.facebook.com/TechniquesWithTodd http://twitter.com/TechniquesWTodd -------------------- Check out my Instructor profile
Live long and prosper ... My Stuff: Electric Guitars : Ibanez Jem7v, Line6 Variax 700, Fender Plus Strat with 57/62 Pickups, Line6 Variax 705 Bass Acoustic Guitars : Taylor 816ce, Martin D-15, Line6 Variax Acoustic 300 Nylon Effects : Line6 Helix, Keeley Modded Boss DS1, Keeley Modded Boss BD2, Keeley 4 knob compressor, Keeley OxBlood Amps : Epiphone Valve Jnr & Head, Cockburn A.C.1, Cockburn A.C.2, Blackstar Club 50 Head & 4x12 Cab |
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Mar 27 2010, 03:27 PM
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This is great news, Andrew.
--------------------  Still looking for my soul mate, guitar. |
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Mar 27 2010, 05:11 PM
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Welcome Todd! Those who attended Todd's test session will agree that his teaching was energetic and very inspiring, can't wait to see more of them!
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Mar 27 2010, 05:19 PM
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Hey Todd, welcome to the community.
Awesome stuff man. I'm looking forward to your lessons here for sure! 
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Mar 27 2010, 05:29 PM
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welcome to gmc brother! can't wait to see you on the chat !
--------------------  Check my Instructor Profile Rockers! Got a Blog too!, www.adriantracks.com Follow me on facebook and youtube! -Youtube   |
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Mar 27 2010, 05:57 PM
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Welcome to GMC Todd
-------------------- Check out my <a href="https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/instructor/Emir-Hot" target="_blank">Instructor profile</a>
www.emirhot.com www.myspace.com/emirhotguitar www.myspace.com/sevdahmetal |
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Mar 27 2010, 07:00 PM
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Welcome
After seeing your test-lesson, I look forward for your video lessons
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Mar 27 2010, 08:54 PM
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Living in Atlanta.... I hope you are a Thrashers fan???
-------------------- My Gear
Ibanez RG Jackson js30 warrior jackson rr24 Line 6 Spider III amp Line 6 pod xt live Washburn acoustic Youtube Account My bands Myspace  |
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Mar 27 2010, 08:54 PM
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Great!, welcome Todd
-------------------- Guitars:
Fender American Deluxe Stratocaster, Ibanez RG2570MZ, Epiphone SG G-400 Amp: Vox AC4TVH head + V112TV cab Effects: Vox Satchurator, Vox Time Machine, Dunlop CryBaby, Boss MT-2, Boss CE-5, Boss TU-2, Boss ME-70 Recording: Line-6 POD X3 + FBV-Express, Pandora PX5D GMC wants YOU to take part in our Guitar-Wikipedia! Have a good time reading great articles and writing your own with us in our GUITAR WIKI! Share your playing and get Pro-advice from our Instructors: Join REC |
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Mar 28 2010, 01:04 AM
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Welcome aboard, glad to have you in the crew!
-------------------- - Ivan's Video Chat Lesson Notes HERE
- Check out my GMC Profile and Lessons - (Please subscribe to my) YouTube Official Channel - Let's be connected through ! Facebook! :) |
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Mar 28 2010, 06:18 PM
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Welcome to the team
-------------------- Guitars: various Gibson Les Pauls / Gibson J 45
Amps: Mesa Boogie Tripple Rectifier / Triaxis / 2:90 Poweramp / Rectocabs Effects: Rocktron Intellifex / Rocktron Xpression Homepage: www.marcussiepen.com www.blind-guardian.com Check out my video lessons! |
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Apr 1 2010, 04:52 PM
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Welcome Todd!!
-------------------- Youtube
MySpace Website Album "Let It Out" on iTunes and CD Baby Check out my video lessons and instructor board! The Pianist tune is progress,check it out! "ok.. it is great.. :P have you myspace? Can i to personalize this for you guy?" |
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Apr 1 2010, 07:13 PM
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Welcome to GMC, man!
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Apr 2 2010, 05:02 PM
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welcome Todd
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Apr 23 2010, 10:49 PM
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yes, Todd has already been a great help and is a great and fun teacher! I love the chats!
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Apr 24 2010, 06:13 PM
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Now I understand why I didn't see any Todd's lessons. Hahaha
-------------------- Check out my lessons!
My Band: Thabu Myspace New Thabu Official Site!! My Websites: http://www.santiagodiazgarces.com.ar Myspace |
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Apr 24 2010, 06:14 PM
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Welcome to GMC Todd
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