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Posted by: Jesse Jul 30 2009, 01:57 PM

So... i'm applying fast, because I don't know when the upload thread is up.. and if I miss it, im screwed, so I'll put it up here, my videos, lol.


At the moment I'm uploading one to youtube, to show I can produce video, but, that video was recorded with the camera next to amplifier due to my ninja speed.
Real MTP video recordings will be used with setup as follows: Guitar -> Pod -> PC. Which gives better audio, but this is just to show that I have a decent camera.



More "Skill" examples, and video, are here too.
All these video's are shot with the camera that I will use for the MTP program.









Apply, is for Emir, if he is available, and he would like to teach me.

Posted by: Chris Evans Jul 30 2009, 02:01 PM

as the title says

put your youtube vid and Instructor requests in this thread, we`ll let it run for a little while then start sorting out a little more, I may even add upload application threads for individual Instructors later on to make things a little easier.

Posted by: Jesse Jul 30 2009, 02:04 PM

Real MTP video recordings will be used with setup as follows: Guitar -> Pod -> PC. Which gives better audio, but this is just to show that I have a decent camera.

More "Skill" examples, and video, are here too.

All these video's are shot with the camera that I will use for the MTP program.








Apply, is for Emir, if he is available, and he would like to teach me.
So Emir, get your lessons ready!
Theres a bunch of things that I want to try and accomplish, for example being able to play & write something like Hot's Boogie and The Rock Ballad Solo, they are just amazing.
I'll be happy to learn from you!

Posted by: superize Jul 30 2009, 02:07 PM

Application for Lian

The thing i really like to improve on is Metal Lead playing.......

Here are some vids







Lian has been such a big inspiration to me and i would be honored to be mentored by him

Posted by: jafomatic Jul 30 2009, 02:10 PM

Requesting a spot on Emir's list.



Edit: changed to Emir as Pedja seems to have a full bunch of very interested young folks already.

Posted by: maharzan Jul 30 2009, 02:20 PM

Ooooo.. I checked early today.

Here is where I am.. all video produced for GMC earlier..




Here is for the collab video:



I want to be MTPed by Muris Varajic at his earliest possible availability.

Posted by: TheKeplerConjecture Jul 30 2009, 02:33 PM

Man, This is one week early for me. I don't yet have the ability to record video. But I will starting Saturday, Aug 8. If there can be a temporary exception, I'd like to be mentored by Pedja. Or perhaps this thread will run long enough for me to get some vids of my playing up before his slots are all filled. Thanks.

Here are some audio examples from GMC collabs:

http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=16837
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=16747
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=16467
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=16251
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=16214

Here's an original I'm currently working on (sloppy and unmixed work in progress):

 Autorun3.mp3 ( 602.04K ) : 221


And for a real example of my current playing level, here's a recording of a GMC Solo Lesson I'm working on now (one take, rather than picking out the best of multiple - I actually recorded it two seconds ago in my cubicle at work )

 Muris__EmMelodicLesson.mp3 ( 883.67K ) : 237


Lesson: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/solo-guitar/e-minor-melodic-solo/

Thanks!

Posted by: NoSkill Jul 30 2009, 02:44 PM

I'm looking to improve all elements of my playing in guitar. The following videos are good representations of my playing. Weak vibrato, inconsistent bending and some mechanics issues that I have trouble working through. However...I've been working on bass lately to strengthen my fingers...Like a guitar bootcamp.

Instructor request: Emir Hot

Posted by: edguy Jul 30 2009, 02:52 PM

WOW guys you are fast . So here are two videos of me :





And here i made a video just for the MTP signup. So i record it very fast and made many mistakes I'm better actually but because you're all so fast i had to oi it in half an hour Edit: Video 3 is now online



So my request is Pedja if he wants a metalhead like me

My goals are to become a better player of course In detail I want to start with ear training and transcribing songs. Get a better Bending sound (right pitch) And the main reason is i need an instructor that i can ask any stupid question I want and have an in touch communication with video analysing


So that's it

Posted by: Sondre Jul 30 2009, 02:55 PM

*Buying a camera* Leave a spot for me with Pedja, or I will have to use my brothers new BBgun!

On the more serious side: I will buy a camera, if not today, tomorrow, and I would very much like to study with Pedja. I have a Pod for recording sound, but I need a camera.

Posted by: Caelumamittendum Jul 30 2009, 02:59 PM

Alright, alright. Here's my application, which is for Pedja as well:

Posted by: coffeeman Jul 30 2009, 03:12 PM

Hey guys long time no see.

Here is my application for Pedja too:

Posted by: Canis Jul 30 2009, 03:26 PM

I'd like to be mentored by the Metal Lord Lian ^^

I don't have many videos of my latest playing, but I'll record some new lessons today and update this post when I get them up!

I want to develop my lead playing, since I struggle when it comes to timing, composing, sweeps, stretches and stamina. I also want to get into more advanced rhythm stuff, to give myself a challenge.


Here's one video for the moment:

Posted by: johnvg Jul 30 2009, 03:50 PM

I would like to apply to be mentored by Lian. Metal is my favorite style of music to play and I am looking to improve in all areas of my playing especially song writing. Here are a few videos that I have previously made for the REC program:

Posted by: mariogl91 Jul 30 2009, 03:58 PM

Here's my application. I'd like to be on Pedja's list.



Edit: embedded the video to the post.

Edit 2: I REALLY need to record myself often. I suck at guitar and didn't even know it! Hopefully I'll get better with this awesome program.

Posted by: Sami Jul 30 2009, 05:13 PM

Hey everybody! I hope all is well

Here are my 2 videos, i would like to put on PEDJA'S LIST





Even though i make myself out to be mostly a Rock guitarist out of this program i would like to study more Jazz! I'm going to college soon too study jazz and would like to have someone as great as Pedja to help me along the way. I also need to learn basic music theory but would love to go into complex scales, chords and improvisation after that.

Thanks,
Sami

Posted by: Gus Jul 30 2009, 06:36 PM

Instructor request: Emir Hot.

This video pretty much shows where I am. I will add one video with the status of my techniques.

Posted by: Matt23 Jul 30 2009, 06:45 PM

This new mtp is great. Anyway here's my application.

I would like to be mentored by Pedja. I feel I'm progressing pretty well by myself in the rock style, but I'm really not good at playing Jazz, and I'd like to get good at it. So if Pedja would be able to mentor me in the Jazz style that would be great.

Some rock videos.





And some of my attempts at Jazz





If you want to see more videos look at my http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/wiki/index.php/Matt23

Matt

P.s. If Pedja's list is full (it looks that way), then I'd like to be mentored by Emir Hot. If his list is full then I'm not sure who. Maybe at the end there could be a list of instructors with spare places.

Edit: Actually since I'm happy with the way I'm progressing myself atm, in the rock style, I feel it would be selfish to try and get a mentor other than my first choice. I would very much like to be mentored by Pedja, even if I have to wait three months, so I'm not going to put a second choice.

Posted by: sted Jul 30 2009, 08:00 PM

Well, heres my request for Mr Milenkovic!









I would like Ivan (Milenkovic) if he is available (and willing of course!) as we share many of the same musical styles and influences, Ive got even more vids on my YT channel if needs be: http://www.youtube.com/user/bigleemac

Posted by: Sondre Jul 30 2009, 09:45 PM

OK. I put Pedja as my first choice, and Emir on second in case Pedja is full already.

Sondre

Posted by: Joruus Jul 30 2009, 09:47 PM

I'd like to sign up for David if he is available for this.


Ill post some videos here i made for my MTP with Vaialation a few months ago.
Will try to make a newer video this weekend aswell.
Video And audio quallity will be better then in these old videos, cause i now record audio with usb instead of camera mic, and record video in vegas..

Posted by: Staffy Jul 30 2009, 10:05 PM

Here's some vids for my application... The audio quality shall be the same, the vid quality as in video 2, of course more close up to the fretboard, since these vids wasn't produced for this purpose.... Oh, and as Sted I would like to have Ivan since we seems to like the same kind of styles.... :-)

Posted by: Alejandro osorno Jul 30 2009, 10:13 PM

Here's my application, which is for Muris varajic or pedja simovic if possible. I would love to be mentored by them!!
here's 2 vids of me but they are not that good, I have been playing for very short time
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs_znRm0dB8

And
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFD25ht7y2E&feature=channel

I would really love this to happen, I am looking to improve alot

Thank you!
Alejandro

Posted by: arctic1234 Jul 30 2009, 10:22 PM

Hello everyone! I'm back from my vacation, just in time to see this thread...

I have not been able to make many videos, so I will just put up my old REC - video for the application... If it's not enough I could make some more videos, but I think this shows my current level (at least for what I'm able to record properly)



The instructor I would wish as my mentor would be either Zsolt or David if available

Thanks

Posted by: Fusar Jul 31 2009, 12:24 AM

Hey!
I joined GMC to start playing the guitar and I was impressed by this MTP...
since I'm a complete beginner (and complete means complete ) and playing only for two weeks, I don't have anything to upload I'm working on Muris' Strumming and Arpeggios and on Andrew's Smoke on the water, but I haven't recorded anything...don't know how long one can make an application, but I really really really wanna be mentored! I'm sure this would improve my playing very fast
So I'll upload something as fast as I can...
I'd love to be mentored by Ivan Milenkovic! (and when he wouldn't be "available", I'd love Gabriel Leopardi )
So this post will be edited, I'll add a bigger application and 2 videos for sure ! (if I can play these tricky barre chords )

Posted by: purple hayes Jul 31 2009, 02:07 PM

I'll start off by saying that I'll take any instructor that's willing to have me. I'll do bass if Bodgan wants to mentor me. I'm positive I can learn something from any instructor from 3 months of mentoring.

Things I really need work on: everything

Here are my two most recent videos for the REC program:





Here's every video I've ever done: http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=duathlon70&view=videos

Posted by: Alexiaden93 Jul 31 2009, 08:14 PM

EDIT:
Would it be OK if I changed my list ? I think I have a lot to learn from Emir when it comes to composing, neoclassical metal, vibrato and shredding (with feel).

Instructors in order of preference :

Emir Hot (insane shredding)
Marcus Lavendell (for his insane vibrato)
Gabriel Leopardi (for his admiration of Iron Maiden, and some awesome skills)
Lian Gerbino (awesome rhythm and power metal)

Now if any of these are unavailable, I would like to know so before actually being given one, so I can maybe reconsider my request, although it's quite probable that I'll choose Gabriel !

Anyway, I like metal, any kind, although Classic Metal (Iron Maiden) and Epic/Power Metal along with Neoclassical are the styles that are most appealing to me. I enjoy almost all metal bands, as long as the vocalist doesn't growl in such a manner as to spoil the rest of the song. (I know Lian growls, but he actually sounds cool, just check out Where is Santa ?) What I'm trying to improve with my guitar playing is definitely legato, finger strength/independence in general, tapping, vibrato, bending, theory... I guess I could use some improvement in every aspect of my playing...

Here are a few video of myself playing from the REC board. You can see my entire repertoire on the REC Score Board, following this link: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/wiki/index.php/Alexiaden93









So, instructionators, I'm awaiting your signal to start practising !

Posted by: Frederik Jul 31 2009, 08:46 PM

I would really love to be mentored by Pedja!

If he is not available i think the following intructors would fit my needs the best:
muris, ramiro, ivan milenkovic, Piotr or marcus lavendell.

What i need:
Organised/focused practise
know all the arpegios on the fretboard
jazz theory (as modulations and other stuff for improving my composing skills)

Genres i play the most (though i like all genres):
Blues
rock
jazz
classical

Videos of my playing:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSUNc12EacQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFuutuvjXb4&feature=related

I am now able to record my video(HD-quality) and audio seperatly (=no noise)

With great hopes of getting mentored
-Frederik

# Edit:
Made Pedja my number 1 priority

Posted by: T-Gunn Jul 31 2009, 10:52 PM

I just joined GMC and this was primarily the reason why so i can apply for a mentor ive been playing for a couple months and feel like im lacking direction and this sounds absolutely perfect, im pretty much a blank canvas for a instructor atm and im looking to absorb as much as i can. I am really only a beginner so i dont have a whole lot to show nor would i know what too however if chosen i would film whatever is required of me for my instructor.

Im into metal such as thrash, power metal and glam i also like bluesy kind of rock like aerosmith, the stones and hendrix.

I wouldnt mind being mentored by someone like velvet roger or uncle skillet but whoever has been deemed worthy enough of mentor status will do for me just as long as they are hands on and know what they are talking about as i really need to get the very basics of lead and rhythm down along with some theory.

Okay so here is my vid(first time recording rushed it so settings are off) i havent been playing very long at all this is my first proper shot i guess at lead work it sucks but what you gonna do we all have to start somewhere. I broke up the frusciante style lesson into phrases i only looked at it 5mins before i did my take for it so didnt practice it never really done bends before this vid so i dont know what note im bending too etc just tried to copy the action n left it at that hah.

Posted by: methodseeker Aug 1 2009, 05:31 AM

Bad timing for me: I'm leaving on a week's vacation in a few hours.

I too would be totally stoked to get some regular attention from any instructor, in any style. I'm embedding my two recent REC submissions which are a fair representation my rudimentary skill with a strat. What's missing from that picture is that browsing around the GMC lessons has also reignited some interest in classical guitar, and I've started putting some of my practice time into nylon string stuff. My level there is about the same, maybe 2+. I've been learning a lot about how to direct my efforts just from reading the site and watching the videos. I think what I could use most is help figuring out what are the most important things for me to work on now, and pointing out any specific weaknesses I'm not yet aware of. In return, I'll work relentlessly and share freely.

I think that Ramiro, Ivan M. or Dejan might be a good fit for my interests. I've only been with GMC for 2 months and don't know much about many of the instructors yet.

Posted by: kaznie_NL Aug 1 2009, 09:38 AM

Hey guys,

I was in the previous MTP round with Monte (Lcsdds), who helped me big time! We came to the conclusion it'd be good if I'd apply here now. For me, Any instructor is good. If there's a spot, I think Ivan Milenkovic would be cool for me, since I know him a bit, and he has always helped me!

My style goes from pop, to jazzy, to rock, to metal, but mainly rock oriented. I play lessons up untill lvl 6, and here are some videos:
Volume Control Soloing (Piotr Kaczor)

In the style of Brian May (David Wallimann)


I've also competed (or still am) in the guitar master competition, so you can hear my composing skills I made this track: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?act=attach&type=post&id=16672

I need a mentor, to help me learn some more theory, and give some support with the lessons I want to learn! And just to have fun with Since I have some MTP experience, I could also do some mentoring, but only for the real beginners!

My MTP thread can be watched http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=24958. It might serve well to show that I'm very active, so you won't have a student who's only online once a month I'm Looking forward to a new cool MTP period!

Kaz

Posted by: Deleted Aug 1 2009, 12:55 PM

Here is my entry. A video I made something like 8 months ago: I use a camera and Guitar Rig + Toneport GX to record videos.
I think I really have a wild playing because I've never had any instructors. I've only learnt famous guitar pieces from tabs, so I know 0 about theory.

If possible I would like to be mentored by Pedja.

Posted by: Dexxter Aug 1 2009, 06:06 PM

Here's my application. My first choice mentor would be Emir, if he isn't available I would like to have Pedja

Melodies and solo I've composed for Gabriel's Iron Maiden Collaboration:



Some of my REC takes:

Metal Rhythm playing:


Some lead playing:


Some neoclassic lead playing:


Check out my REC profile for more: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/wiki/index.php/Dexxter

A composition I made for the ongoing GMC competition:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?act=attach&type=post&id=16873

Check my myspace in my signature for a lot of collab takes that I've done.

Posted by: shrednbuttah Aug 1 2009, 09:58 PM

I would like to be mentored by Mr. Milenkovic since he's been so helpful and I love the blues. David Walliman would awesome as well, but I would be honored to have a mentor of any sort at their calibur of play! I like music all over the spectrum, neoclassical.. blues.. hard rock.. metal. My theory knowledge is pretty low and technique needs some serious work but I'm willing to put it in.

Posted by: Oxac Aug 1 2009, 11:34 PM

MTP Applicant: Oxac
Desired Instructor: Pedja Simovic
Second Choice: Any other instructor that finds areas in my playing where they can help me improve.

I want to improve in the following areas:
Sight-Reading
Sight-Singing
Rythm Placement & Phrasing
Composing
Arranging
Flawlessness
Improvising
Rythm playing, ie. chords 'n such
Knowledge and experience in different Genres
Recording
Sound Engineering


For starters.


Video 1, Rythm Playing:


Video 2, Improvising:


Equipment;

Guitar: MK Custom, with handwound pickups
Amplifier: Guitarport, from Line 6, it's a amplifier simulator.
Camera: Built in my laptop.
Software: Gearbox, Logic, Soundtrack pro, iMovie

Picture of myself:

Posted by: playaxeman Aug 2 2009, 01:27 PM

Being in the MTP in an opportunity for me to become better in my weak points

like there are:

- theory
- being able to put theory in practice: improvise without playing wrong notes and play beyond box 1 -->modes, and no want scale to play in a key
- better phrasing
- better rhythm in phrasing and placement
- writing a solo
- writing songs
-

I think any GMC instructor will do because the are all very good. But I will apply for Muris, if he is available.

I use guitarport/gearbox, MusicMaker 2008, logitech pro 9000

I like to play rock, blues, blues rock, rock ballads, funk, funk-jazz (fusion) and simple blues-jazzy chord progressions.

My favorite guitarist are:
Ritchie Blackmore, Alex Lifson, Michael Schenker, Carlos Santana, Jeff Healy, SRV, Satch, Steve Lukather, BB KIng, Gary Moore, Wes Montgomery......

My mean goal is to become a solid all round guitarist.

Here are some vid i made for REC program

Posted by: Paiva Aug 2 2009, 05:15 PM

Hi guys.

I would like to be mentored by Pedja

Things I need to improve:

Improvisation (specially over changes)
Sight Reading
Technique
Repertoire
Composition

Videos of me playing




EDIT: I didn't Put my 2nd and 3rd choices. That would be Ramiro Delforte and Jose Mena, I will put David Wallimann to

Posted by: Jesse Aug 2 2009, 05:24 PM

Nice playing paiva, ssup with the lightning?

Posted by: Patrik Jezierski Aug 3 2009, 11:27 PM

Nice

I would love to get mentored by either Pedja Simovic, Marcus Lavendell or Piotr Kaczor.

What do i want to Improve?
- My main weakness is that I put to little time in theory, (I know quite a bit) but i think it's really boring. But i might put down some effort in it
- Alternate Picking, Economy Picking and Hybrid Picking.
- The mystery of jazz/fusion theory
- Some nice licks might be fun
- Phrasing
- Mode changes
- I'm basically intrested in learning whatever Pedja, Marcus or Piotr has to offer

Here's some videos of me playing.

Posted by: shadoweddime Aug 5 2009, 01:20 PM

Well here is a little vid of a random jam i did for this mentor thing, its not that great but hey.. it is the first time i've done this kinda thing. My style is predominatly metal but i enjoy learning all different styles as i feel it is important to add different flavours to the music i write. I am completly self taught which probebly means that i have picked up many mistakes, which can be corrected in the mentoring programme. my main goals are to clean up my fast picking and sweep picking technuiqes as well as expand my knowledge of scale and chord structures. Basicly i want to improve every facet of my playing. My main influances guitar wise are the following people: Dimebag, the Amott brothers, per nilsen (scar symetry) Zakk wilde, slash,Randy rhodes, srv, and many many more. I hope that being part of the mentoring programme will enable me to learn in a more dynamic way and make me a all round better guitarist/ musician

so there we go, i will upload some better videos with me playing better after the nerves have gone lol
143041.wmv ( 8.57MB ) Number of downloads: 14

Little better video .....
 150206.wmv ( 20.45MB ) : 133

Posted by: zogerdr Aug 5 2009, 05:49 PM

Hi there,

Also trying to join the "MTP Club"!

I’m going for metal sound so would like to apply to Lian (by the way, totally awesome Anthrax lesson!!!). Guitar playing is a hobby for me and I have no intention of becoming a professional guitarist. For me it’s just for the fun of picking the guitar at the end of the working day. I like metal bands like Metallica, Anthrax, Pantera, Slayer, Machine Head or even Black Sabbath. Regarding to theory, I know almost nothing, I can read tabs though. This means I can play a song without knowing what I’m actually doing…

I’ve uploaded a youtube video, I’m sorry for the low quality it’s my first one and I have limited equipment. I’ll try to improve it asap but it was important for me to apply now. In this video I left all the mistakes so you can see my errors and notice my actual low skills.



I supposed I am any Mentor’s nightmare but… here I am!

Metal Horns!

Pedro

Posted by: Mrblomme Aug 11 2009, 10:51 PM

I'm up for BOGDAN!!!

I think Bogdan wont need any text caus he allready knows me quite well but if you need information, just ask.



It would be a great honour!

Posted by: Caelumamittendum Aug 14 2009, 07:20 PM

When is the students/mentors going to be picked?

Posted by: sted Aug 14 2009, 07:34 PM

QUOTE (Caelumamittendum @ Aug 14 2009, 07:20 PM)

Posted by: Jesse Aug 14 2009, 09:45 PM

Next week probably. But it's first come first serve basis so...

Posted by: wrk Aug 15 2009, 08:49 PM

This is my application and i wish to be mentored by Pedja.

I'm mainly interested to learn more about jazz theory, note choice, cadences, soloing over extended chord progressions, and improvisation.

REC : http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/wiki/index.php/Wrk
YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/user/AndyVeil

Thank you !!

Posted by: ChrnoAM Aug 16 2009, 12:52 AM

Hi, I'm Amol! I've been working with Jeff in the MTP for the last few months, here's some of the lessons I've worked on below.




This is one of my own compositions before I started any lessons here at GMC that I submitted when I first signed up for MTP:

http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=14029


The things I'd like to work on include:
1. Song Repertoire (Playing entire pieces)
2. Rhythm technique & rhythm theory
3. Vibrato and Bending in a blues setting

I'm dedicated and will put in the time to push to the next level! I would like to work with Emir during this new MTP cycle.

Thanks!

Posted by: Frederik Aug 18 2009, 04:30 PM

C'mon plz annouce them NOW!!!

Posted by: Sollesnes Aug 18 2009, 05:34 PM

I am interesting in joining, but I would like to avoid waiting. There are a few instructors I have on my mind, but it would be silly to apply for more than one, and doubtfully allowed. Is there a list to see who is available, and how long the queue is on the available instructors?

Edit:

If available:
Desired Instructor: Ivan Mihaljevic
Second choice: Mitch Roberts

The main thing I want to improve is my lack of theoretical knowledge.


This is the most recent video I have of me playing. I will upload a newer one soon (and put it up here if I remember, and it is necessary), showcasing stronger technique, better light and better audio. This however, will do for now. I don't want to fall out of this round of the MTP.

Posted by: Marc_Maiden Aug 19 2009, 02:33 AM

i want to apply for pedja, however my guitars in the shop! i will record when i get them!!!!!

Posted by: Chris Evans Aug 21 2009, 08:52 PM

We are just sorting out the final figures for the first wave of the new style MTP, announceemnt to be made soon, stay tuned over the next few days whilst we finalise a few minor details

Posted by: dark_dude Aug 21 2009, 09:06 PM

Only just got my line 6 GX and figured out how to use it today, so I'll make some recordings and have them posted tomorrow!

Posted by: Alexiaden93 Aug 22 2009, 05:34 PM

QUOTE (dark_dude @ Aug 21 2009, 10:06 PM)

Posted by: dark_dude Aug 22 2009, 08:27 PM

Right, have had zero time to sync the audio and video and render them all, so here's my first show of what I can do: EDIT http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8qt7VAoXkY EDIT

I would like to be mentored by either Muris, Emir, Jose, Zsolt or anybody else willing to mentor me ASAP!

I've been playing for about 4 years, and play mostly metal and hard rock. Interested in: ozzy, paul gilbert, symphony x, black label society, iron maiden and lamb of god. I have not had a lot of time recently due to uni constraints, but will give 110% if a mentor arises.

My general goal is to play the songs I like live. In terms of technique, I need to improve on my accuracy/co-ordination and my alt. picking the most.

Cheers.

---
Edited to post a working video. Will update soon to showcase more techniques being used and get a metronome/beat involved this time
---
Recent southern metal upload: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?s=&showtopic=29831&view=findpost&p=415619
Also, check the practice schedule I started over a week ago in my signature. I detail what and how I'm practicing.

Posted by: Jesse Aug 23 2009, 11:22 AM

The video is not available?

Posted by: dark_dude Aug 23 2009, 01:51 PM

Video was out of sync, have to redo. Sorry but sony vegas pro is driving me up the wall right now, will upload a video as soon as I understand a bit more about the program.

EDIT: Fixed, see post above.

Posted by: Marek Rojewski Aug 23 2009, 02:09 PM

Hi there! I don't know if I can apply, as I already am in the MTP with Monte being my mentor, but I assume that it is not a problem.

I am a metal/rock fan, that want to also learn some theory, but is on a very beginner level when it comes to it, so any instructor will be more than enough for my needs in that area also.

Looking at the number of my bookmarked lessons, those instructors are my "3 Kings":
Lian
Gabriel
Trond

When it comes to videos, here are two links that consists all my videos:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/wiki/index.php/Marek_Rojewski
http://www.youtube.com/user/GorimUlthersson

Posted by: Gobby Aug 27 2009, 06:40 PM

It's just my luck that this would pop up when my camcorder is away from home.

Posted by: playaxeman Aug 28 2009, 01:03 PM

When does mentors and student picking take place?

Posted by: Chris Evans Aug 28 2009, 01:08 PM

QUOTE (playaxeman @ Aug 28 2009, 01:03 PM)

Posted by: playaxeman Aug 28 2009, 01:23 PM

QUOTE (Chris Evans @ Aug 28 2009, 02:08 PM)

yes, sorry for the delay on this, unfortunatly Andrew (Cockburn) has suffered a back injury and is unable to sit at his computer at the moment, it was something he and I are on the verge of finalising, as soon as he is a little better (which he is hoping next week some time) we will finalise this for you guys.

again apologies but hang tight it will all be starting very soon

Posted by: Rated Htr Aug 28 2009, 08:37 PM

Do we have to post videos?

Posted by: Chris Evans Aug 28 2009, 08:42 PM

QUOTE (Rated Htr @ Aug 28 2009, 08:37 PM)

Posted by: Rated Htr Aug 28 2009, 08:58 PM

ok, I'll see if I can do anything for it

Posted by: NoSkill Aug 28 2009, 08:58 PM

Thanks for the update, Chris.

Posted by: Gobby Aug 29 2009, 04:28 AM

Hope I'm not to late to submit an application! In hindsight, I should have mixed the guitars a little bit higher, since you can only really hear me when I mess up.

I'm going through a power/folk metal kick right now, so I'd like it very much if Marcus Siepen would be my mentor, though I would be grateful to be anybody's student.

Thanks goes out to my roommate for the moral support.

Posted by: T-Gunn Aug 29 2009, 07:36 PM

I posted already expressing my interest for a mentor however im yet to do a video i just got some guitar recording equipment and plan to get a webcam in the next couple of days i can strum some chords but have done very little lead work and dont know any songs. So im just wondering what should i post up, should i look for one of the very basic beginner lessons and just do a take on that would this suffice? Cheers.

Posted by: dark_dude Aug 29 2009, 08:50 PM

QUOTE (T-Gunn @ Aug 29 2009, 07:36 PM)

Posted by: kaznie_NL Sep 1 2009, 03:22 PM

I just saw that Pedja's MTP thread is full of new guitar CV's, does that mean the groups have been made?

Posted by: Pedja Simovic Sep 1 2009, 03:30 PM

QUOTE (kaznie_NL @ Sep 1 2009, 04:22 PM)

Posted by: T-Gunn Sep 1 2009, 07:07 PM

Finally got a webcam and just did a couple takes i saw the Frusciante style lesson and just broke it up into little phrases and did a take on that havent used a webcam and its editing software before so just trying to figure that out should have the vid up within the next 24 hrs (ill put it in my first post where i applied for this) so i hope i manage to qualify still in the unlikely event that groups are made within the next 24 hrs cos that would suck .

Edit finally got it uploaded i posted the link and what not, gotta say im looking forward to this starting.

Posted by: duendezillo Sep 1 2009, 10:50 PM

Hi,

I would like to sign up.
Here are the 'few chops' that I recorded this afternoon.

I would like to meet a mentor or somebody who could help me to improve my general skills as a guitar player.
I like mostly Blues Rock and Rock in general. But I'm really interested in knowing the scales, different techniques and how to thread well!!!

Thanks everybody in the MTP,

duendezillo

See my application video here:

Posted by: Marc_Maiden Sep 3 2009, 01:27 AM

finally got mine through...after my computer crashing with the blue screen of death 6 times, i went to a neighbors commp to finish and upload...this wont be a problem next time, im getting a new computer ASAP


anyways


here it is...youtube threw off the sync,

its 100% improv and it was my first take, enjoy!

Posted by: Chris Evans Sep 3 2009, 09:24 AM

ok, guys, sorry for the delay on getting this started, for the first phase I`ll leave this thread open for the rest of today for anyone still working on their video`s etc.

Tonight I will post up all the groups with the relevant Instructors and we can get this under way, tonight I`ll also open a "phase 2" which I will explain a little later on as well,

so if you still wish to take part in the MTP then get in quick before the cut off point

Posted by: kaznie_NL Sep 3 2009, 09:27 AM

QUOTE (Chris Evans @ Sep 3 2009, 10:24 AM)

ok, guys, sorry for the delay on getting this started, for the first phase I`ll leave this thread open for the rest of today for anyone still working on their video`s etc.

Tonight I will post up all the groups with the relevant Instructors and we can get this under way, tonight I`ll also open a "phase 2" which I will explain a little later on as well,

so if you still wish to take part in the MTP then get in quick before the cut off point

Posted by: Frederik Sep 3 2009, 09:31 AM

QUOTE (kaznie_NL @ Sep 3 2009, 10:27 AM)

CAN'T WAIT................

Posted by: Canis Sep 3 2009, 11:40 AM

I've been having a dry-streak lately, and been lagging behind on all guitar related stuff.. I really think this will boost my interest again

Posted by: maharzan Sep 3 2009, 12:01 PM

cool.. looking forward to it finally. and this time you mean it?

Posted by: Pedja Simovic Sep 3 2009, 12:05 PM

I am really excited to find out whats final decision for all applicants

Posted by: Emir Hot Sep 3 2009, 01:35 PM

Did Chris say that he will decide about the groups? That means that we can't chose who is going to be mentored, we will just get the list and start MTP.

Posted by: Chris Evans Sep 3 2009, 01:38 PM

QUOTE (maharzan @ Sep 3 2009, 12:01 PM)

cool.. looking forward to it finally. and this time you mean it?

QUOTE (Emir Hot @ Sep 3 2009, 01:35 PM)

Posted by: Jesse Sep 3 2009, 03:00 PM

BOOYAH!

Posted by: Emir Hot Sep 3 2009, 03:38 PM

QUOTE (Chris Evans @ Sep 3 2009, 01:38 PM)

no, everyone will get the Instructor of their choice, I will just post a formatted list to make it easier to read

Posted by: duendezillo Sep 3 2009, 03:54 PM

hi everybody!!!

I'm sooooo.... stressed out! I just found out that today it's 'decision day'. The funny thing it's that I dreamt last night that I was posting my cv with more detailed info just today!! Crazy...

Ok so, I decided that I would apply for Pedja Simovic as Instructor. (I'll send him my cv right now)

The decision would be in your hands very soon gentleman.

Thanks to all the Mtp staff again, specially to uncleSkillet for his recent guidence.

duendezillo

Posted by: Fusar Sep 3 2009, 04:16 PM

O oh.... I really want to apply, and I'm preparing a video right now, but I'll have to take the bus in about an hour and I'll be back at eleven o'clock this evening...I don't know when I'll post my video but for sure today. Hopefully, Chris you will count me in :S
(as you may have read before I wanna apply for Ivan Milenkovic or Gabriel Leopardi...)

Posted by: Chris Evans Sep 3 2009, 04:38 PM

QUOTE (Emir Hot @ Sep 3 2009, 03:38 PM)

QUOTE (Fusar @ Sep 3 2009, 04:16 PM)

Posted by: Fusar Sep 3 2009, 05:20 PM

Thanks Chris
Recorded myself (not happy with it, but hopefully enough for MTP application today ;-)) and made a YT-Account, which you can find here: http://www.youtube.com/user/fusarGMC
I'm uploading a video atm, but have to go now to catch my bus...but in a few minutes you will be able to watch a first video from me, I let the PC running ;-) see you soon! I'll upload the rest by eleven o'clock

Posted by: Jesse Sep 3 2009, 06:32 PM

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Posted by: Emir Hot Sep 3 2009, 06:36 PM

QUOTE (Chris Evans @ Sep 3 2009, 04:38 PM)

to begin with we thought that 5 would be about the right number as a maximum, but some Instructors (yourself included) had more than 5 applications and expressed a wish to be able to mentor all that applied for the first phase, if Instructors are happy to look after more than 5 students for this first phase then that will be fine, it is entirely up to you

Posted by: Jesse Sep 3 2009, 06:38 PM

That'll become a big group Emir!:D

Posted by: Fusar Sep 3 2009, 09:07 PM

So, finally my upload
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_X6kfE80Co
Edit 10:17 PM: Here another video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSdCezwikxY
I planned to add "Smoke On The Water" as well but I do not have a "good" take now...
I know I'll have lots to do to improve my playing as you can here , hopefully someone will mentor me