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Back At It

Those of you whom have been around for awhile may remember that JonD and I did a number of songs together. Unfortunately for the past two years JonD has had some major health issues. He has been in hospital a lot in that time period. He was feeling much better and came over last week. We came up with this chord progression. I was going to play my part and when JonD got back into playing shape he was going to add his part. Unfortunately he is back in the hospital so I finished the song.

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I deleted the guitar track
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Me - via my wind controller - Swam - Bari sax


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This is really nice, easy listening Mario... smooth vibe, great tone... Excellent.


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Glad to know that JonD is on the mend.

A smooth and very relaxing delivery. Very listenable.


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That's some easy listening there! laugh


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Glad to see you're back at it, Mario. This is a very relaxing piece. Your sax sounds much more realistic than my various sound samples by Reason.
very nice guitar work. Well done.


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That's tough, Mario. I don't know JonD, but he surely seems inspirational. I love the changes and that sax is really special. Your tasteful guitar is always the star of the show, and you included the perfect supporting cast.


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Loved this Mario. Guitar phrasing was excellent. Beautiful tone. Sax was very cool.


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That's some sweet sounding stuff Mario! It's such a sweet meoldy that moves me! I always enjoy your work! Thanks, Torrey

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Good stuff Mario...as usual your touch is always so cool...your sensibilities with a melody makes each piece you do so good...what do you have to know to play a wind controller (flute, sax,??)...I'd like to learn to do that.


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Hi Mario,

Yes, I remember your collabs with JonD, sorry to hear he is not doing well!

Great track, love your guitar work, and the sax work via the controller too!

Enjoyed.

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Smooth. Lovely guitar playing. The backing band worked out well. I hope your friend feels better soon. Good tune.


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Thanx everyone for listening and those very nice comments. I appreciate each and every one of your responses.


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Originally Posted By: firesong
Good stuff Mario...as usual your touch is always so cool...your sensibilities with a melody makes each piece you do so good...what do you have to know to play a wind controller (flute, sax,??)...I'd like to learn to do that.


You have a PM.


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We remember those collabs and wish him the best.

Your guitar and sax are excellent. T
That wind controller has and continues to amaze us.

This one exudes taste in performance and arrangement!

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Really good. thanks for sharing!

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