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thefireball View Member Profile	Feb 5 2011, 07:03 PM
Feb 5 2011, 07:03 PM	Learning Roadie Posts: 4.537 Joined: 9-March 10 From: United States, Arkansas	I clench my teeth sometimes when I play. I know this because my jaws start to hurt after a while. I don't usually get really expressive with my face while playing - I guess it's not as natural to me. I suppose everybody is different - some smile, some go "tunnel mouth", and some go crazy with expressions. Some play sitting down very still, some sit and move a bit; some play standing up and stay relatively still, and finally, some stand and move all over the place. YOU GET THE IDEA! I sit down and stand up. I sometimes rock it while standing. You guys know how I express myself from my RECs. So my question is, how do you express yourself while playing? You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- YouTube - A Place For Melodic Guitarists Instagram - Behind the Music Analyzed Within - My Christian Metal Band

MonkeyDAthos View Member Profile	Feb 5 2011, 07:21 PM
Feb 5 2011, 07:21 PM	GMC:er Posts: 2.979 Joined: 28-October 10 From: Portugal; Bombarral	QUOTE (thefireball @ Feb 5 2011, 06:03 PM) I clench my teeth sometimes when I play. I know this because my jaws start to hurt after a while. I don't usually get really expressive with my face while playing - I guess it's not as natural to me. I suppose everybody is different - some smile, some go "tunnel mouth", and some go crazy with expressions. Some play sitting down very still, some sit and move a bit; some play standing up and stay relatively still, and finally, some stand and move all over the place. YOU GET THE IDEA! I sit down and stand up. I sometimes rock it while standing. You guys know how I express myself from my RECs. So my question is, how do you express yourself while playing? i jump alot and headbang alot........ one time in a rehearsal i accdnlt hit the bassist .....cuz i was ..well to much in the song XD You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE It's a proven fact that guitar faces have a bigger impact on tone than wood does.

Rated Htr View Member Profile	Feb 5 2011, 08:44 PM
Feb 5 2011, 08:44 PM	Experienced Rock Star Posts: 2.119 Joined: 15-October 07 From: Leiria, Portugal	I've noticed in videos that sometimes I look wierd, in my previous videos, when I was doing a fast run I would open my mouth like I was scared of failing You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Currently Practicing Rhythm: Finnish Power Metal III: Nightwish Legato: Ben's Land Of Legato Alternate Picking: Alternate Picking Workout #5 Chords: Chord Melody Technique

JamesT View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 02:36 AM
Feb 6 2011, 02:36 AM	Accomplished Tone Master Posts: 757 Joined: 12-April 08 From: USA, NV	I think I'm probably pretty still and non expressive most of the time. Actually that's something I've become aware of and really think needs work cause if you look like you're having fun, you probably are, and vice versa. Or more generally, your expressions are probably linked to whats going on in your head at the time. I think a model for expression is EVH. For me anyway, cause every video I watch of his it looks like he's laughing inside and having a blast. I've always thought that his music conveys a sense of happiness, fun, and just goofing around. That's where I want to get. At the same time, whatever the expression, I think it should be sincere and if you learn to express something with your face, your music will follow. .. or is it the other way around? You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Check out my YouTube Channel

thefireball View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 04:40 AM
Feb 6 2011, 04:40 AM	Learning Roadie Posts: 4.537 Joined: 9-March 10 From: United States, Arkansas	I don't know, my face is usually serious because I'm really concentrating. Maybe with time I'll become more expressive. You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- YouTube - A Place For Melodic Guitarists Instagram - Behind the Music Analyzed Within - My Christian Metal Band

Ben Higgins View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 10:33 AM
Feb 6 2011, 10:33 AM	Instructor Posts: 13.792 Joined: 11-March 10 From: England	Haha, this is a really funny topic ! 'Tunnel Mouth !' That's one of the best expressions I've heard... I guess you mean mouth open, like Dave Murray from Iron Maiden ??? I actually clench my teeth too when practising and actually bang them together when counting, something I didn't realise until it was pointed out to me ! I'm pretty non expressive face wise, thankfully... when playing with the band I like to go for it though.. you can't have this much hair and not use it after all ! One of the most relaxed players has to be Paul Gilbert though.. although he really gets into it these days, I remember old vids of him doing his solo spot in Mr Big and he's looking as if he's just looking for a friend in the audience whilst he's shredding away ! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- My Lessons My Youtube Channel My Band

Sickz666 View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 11:57 AM
Feb 6 2011, 11:57 AM	GMC:er Posts: 112 Joined: 8-January 11 From: sweden , varberg	Whenever i play something thats hard for me i like move my mouth like im whispering xD You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content!

Rated Htr View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 02:33 PM
Feb 6 2011, 02:33 PM	Experienced Rock Star Posts: 2.119 Joined: 15-October 07 From: Leiria, Portugal	I'm not a massive Vai fan, but you gotta love his expressions while playing You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Currently Practicing Rhythm: Finnish Power Metal III: Nightwish Legato: Ben's Land Of Legato Alternate Picking: Alternate Picking Workout #5 Chords: Chord Melody Technique

Frederik View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 04:06 PM
Feb 6 2011, 04:06 PM	Learning Tone Seeker Posts: 616 Joined: 30-January 09 From: Aalborg, Denmark	doin it john mayer style You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content!

MonkeyDAthos View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 04:40 PM
Feb 6 2011, 04:40 PM	GMC:er Posts: 2.979 Joined: 28-October 10 From: Portugal; Bombarral	QUOTE (Ben Higgins @ Feb 6 2011, 09:33 AM) .. you can't have this much hair and not use it after all ! amen! x D You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE It's a proven fact that guitar faces have a bigger impact on tone than wood does.

thefireball View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 09:29 PM
Feb 6 2011, 09:29 PM	Learning Roadie Posts: 4.537 Joined: 9-March 10 From: United States, Arkansas	QUOTE (Frederik @ Feb 6 2011, 09:06 AM) doin it john mayer style What does he do? A funny video I found of guitarist on stage. I know he isn't as expressive as some, but it's still kinda funny. Looks like a puppet. You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- YouTube - A Place For Melodic Guitarists Instagram - Behind the Music Analyzed Within - My Christian Metal Band

superize View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 09:29 PM
Feb 6 2011, 09:29 PM	Ultimate Tone Guru Posts: 4.348 Joined: 26-July 07 From: Glommersträsk. Sweden	When playing harder stuff i do the same thing as thefireball but with my lips. And when i play stuff i know really well i try to look as metal as possible You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- 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

Ben Higgins View Member Profile	Feb 6 2011, 10:13 PM
Feb 6 2011, 10:13 PM	Instructor Posts: 13.792 Joined: 11-March 10 From: England	QUOTE (thefireball @ Feb 6 2011, 08:29 PM) What does he do? A funny video I found of guitarist on stage. I know he isn't as expressive as some, but it's still kinda funny. Looks like a puppet. That guy is classic ! I'm gonna nick some of his moves ! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- My Lessons My Youtube Channel My Band

Fran View Member Profile	Feb 7 2011, 12:12 PM
Feb 7 2011, 12:12 PM	Learning Rock Star - Wiki Coordinator Posts: 8.451 Joined: 20-November 07 From: Spain	It's been a while since I record myself, but the times I did I looked to serious, which I'm not PD.- Be careful if you clench your teeth, chances are you do it also when not playing guitar, and you can damage your teeth over time. You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- 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

Frederik View Member Profile	Feb 7 2011, 12:59 PM
Feb 7 2011, 12:59 PM	Learning Tone Seeker Posts: 616 Joined: 30-January 09 From: Aalborg, Denmark	QUOTE (thefireball @ Feb 6 2011, 09:29 PM) What does he do? Check out his acoustic videos he's grooving like no other. ie on Clarity You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content!

thefireball View Member Profile	Feb 7 2011, 03:08 PM
Feb 7 2011, 03:08 PM	Learning Roadie Posts: 4.537 Joined: 9-March 10 From: United States, Arkansas	QUOTE (Frederik @ Feb 7 2011, 05:59 AM) Check out his acoustic videos he's grooving like no other. ie on Clarity Cool QUOTE (Fran @ Feb 7 2011, 05:12 AM) It's been a while since I record myself, but the times I did I looked to serious, which I'm not PD.- Be careful if you clench your teeth, chances are you do it also when not playing guitar, and you can damage your teeth over time. Ok You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- YouTube - A Place For Melodic Guitarists Instagram - Behind the Music Analyzed Within - My Christian Metal Band

Storm Linnebjerg View Member Profile	Apr 10 2011, 04:04 AM
Apr 10 2011, 04:04 AM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 7.676 Joined: 14-June 08 From: Odense, Denmark	Just recorded a video of me playing some blues on a backing track. I'm not gonna share the video, cause I kinda fucked up and didn't get it recorded properly, but I couldn't stop laughing when I saw this and had to share it, so thought about making a new topic, but found this one, where it would fit perfectly: Click on it to see it a bit larger. You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! This post has been edited by Caelumamittendum: Apr 10 2011, 04:04 AM -------------------- Check out my TikTok! - or check out my GMC video comments on YouTube

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