Thought I would try to post more regularly. I think it is helping me, though I did flub a few parts as usual.
Yes, I did modify the track using Garage Band, but I have learned that no matter how much you edit the track, the original sound has to be of good quality. And of course, that is the whole point, right?
I am working on my expression and accuracy, and this is a great tune for that.
MattMassachusetts
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Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:07 pm
by neverfoundthetime
Nice job Matt! I liked the sound you were getting there and your expression was good. Great to see you posting!
Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:41 pm
by Lavallee
Great work Matt, the song looks quite challenging. Did you take it from Hector's lesson? I like the reverb sound which gives a bit of of the violins trace from the original. I think you would have a clearer image if you would face the light and the light would come from behind the camera.
Really like your work
Marc
Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:47 pm
by schm040
Marc,
Yeah, I now what you mean about the light. I actually am shooting in HD with the Kodac Zi8, I just like modifying the video intentionally because HD is really just too clear for me.
I will work on the lighting.
Thanks.
Matt
Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:48 pm
by ffsooo3
Nice.
I know this is the busking "channel" but a few comments if you will allow....
- too much light BEHIND you. I can't see your fingers well enough to comment or steal.
- for expression: slow it down and "feel" each note or phrase, and maybe try to add some vibrato here and there (where appropriate).
Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:56 pm
by schm040
Daryl,
Yup, just like Marc said, I do need to work on the lighting. I actually am using a "crafters" high intensity light in front of me, it just looks washed out because I edited the video. I will work on it, you are right, my left hand is washed out.
I do need to work on the vibrato and the phrasing, just like Neil said in my review today, work each measure out and then piece them together.
Thanks,
Matt
Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:57 pm
by Craig
Matt,
Great job! You are well on your way to having a beautiful song nailed. Thanks for sharing.
Craig
Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 8:06 pm
by buddy
Matt, Bravo, I thought that was very well done. You have inspired me to take a look at this song.
Bud
Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 10:53 pm
by lueders
Matt, I thought that was just fantastic! Now see, this is one reason I love T.G...I presently couldn't do that. And, I can learn a lot from your playing...and such a wide spectrum of folks excelling in so many various facets of the guitar. This area looks like one of your strong suits. I thought this was a VERYl nice rendition of a hauntingly beautiful song. I even like that your face is basked in that elliptical glow...very cinematic! I almost expect Don Corleone walk in. Awesome, Dude! keep posting!
Re: Busking Nino Rota
Posted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 11:07 pm
by BobR
Matt,
Very nicely done. As far as expression goes I think you've got it, as far as accuracy I couldn't tell I just thought it was real nice to listen to. Your setup sounds great