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Posted by: smolentsev Nov 27 2011, 02:17 PM

Hi Guys! My name is Artyom Smolentsev and I'm from Novosibirsk (Russia). I'm 24 now and I've been playing guitar for 4 years. I have two old guitars made in Japan (Greco SE600 and Greco SS600). I like almost every style of music, however my favorite are blues, rock (like AC/DC, Guns'n'roses, ZZ top) and funk.
The guitar players who inspire me are Hendrix, Billy Gibbons, Richie Kotzen, Angus Young, Slash, Steve Salas, Steve Vai, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Tom Morello and many other.
I found GMC by the link on youtube. I definetely like what I see here. I found lots of completely brilliant lessons and other activities. Instructors seem very professional, helpful and polite. I really enjoy practice with GMC!
Cheers,
Artyom.

Posted by: Sinisa Cekic Nov 27 2011, 11:02 PM

Здравствуй Artyom, and welcome to GMC ! You have similar interests as me, old school is the best ! Feel free to ask for any assistance

Posted by: Ben Higgins Nov 28 2011, 10:14 AM

Hey Artyom, welcome to GMC ! It's nice to welcome someone from the wintry land of Russia.

What kind of things are your practising at the moment ? Any particular techniques ?

Posted by: smolentsev Nov 28 2011, 02:47 PM

Yes, Siberia is cold place, it's -15C outside, and it's only beginning of the winter. I foresee many cold evenings me practising
At the moment I'm working on funky rhythm techniques and legato (using your lessons). Sometimes I also learn some vintage rock riffs because they are cool.

Posted by: Ben Higgins Nov 28 2011, 03:07 PM

Yes, trying to get the hands warm for guitar is so hard !! It's bad enough in England so I can't imagine what it's like for you !

Glad to hear you're using the legato lessons, if you need any help you know where I am

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu Nov 28 2011, 05:11 PM

Hey Artyom! Glad you decided to introduce yourself to the community! Feeling great to have ya here with us mate! What's your favorite tune from Richie Kotzen?