In this episode I talk about the unfortunate passing of the great Armand Coeck, and my encounter with a new way of playing guitar. The show ends with a great suite by Javier Contreras.

Episode 53

Jan 5th, 2024 42m 33s

In this episode I confess to having never played Brouwer. I also discuss some potentially lesser known composers I like, Gimli the corgi makes his show debut. The episode ends with a revisit of 5 pieces by Martin Slater.

Ep. 52 - Here I am filing my nails again

Oct 27th, 2023 40m 32s

In this episode, I discuss how one band broke my heart, and another put it back together. The show ends with 2 pieces by Kristian Heim.

Episode 51 - Sit down sir

Aug 22nd, 2023 39m 17s

The podcast is back after a brief hiatus. On this episode I discuss the future of the show, rock concert etiquette, and play music from the vault by Jared Coffin.

Episode 50 - No applause, please!

Apr 19th, 2023 42m 17s

In this episode I discuss potentially attending my first classical guitar concert in several years. I also talk about a style of classical music that really isn't for me, and speculate on the future (and maybe the present?) of live classical mu

Episode 49

Mar 22nd, 2023 29m 37s

In this episode I talk about a new guitar piece I'm loving, a movie I hated, and we listen to a fantastic chamber piece by Graham Campbell.

Episode 48 - PR, The Final Chapter

Feb 26th, 2023 2h 5m

In this episode I'm joined by my friend and colleague, Parker Robinson one last time before he rides off into the Nashville sunset. We talk about acoustic treatment, the Elvis movie, and weird foods to bring to a Superbowl party.

Ep 47 - Dog Park People

Dec 28th, 2022 41m 25s

In this episode, I talk about encounters with other dog owners, a naive belief I once held about my computer, and we hear a fantastic composition for 10 string guitar by Thomas Katerkamp.

Episode 46 - Cistern and Buckets

Nov 22nd, 2022 1h 6m

In this episode, I do a full deep dive into the 12 Villa Lobos etudes, discussing them at length possibly for the last time. I also reveal something I experienced for the first time recently, and the show finishes off with 2 great pieces by Mik

Episode 45 Pt. 2 (Shrooms!!??)

Oct 28th, 2022 1h 19m

In this episode I discuss a recent concert I attended, and we reach back into the vault to hear 4 great pieces by Scott Niebauer. Afterwords, I'm joined by 2 special guests to give our lists of what we consider to be the top 13 horror movies of

Episode 45 Pt. 1 (Shrooms!!??)

Oct 28th, 2022 1h 18m

Episode 44

Sep 15th, 2022 44m 12s

In this episode I give my take on the concept of borrowing versus plagiarism, and wonder why so many musicians hate music. I also say like, like, a valley girl from the early 90s. The show closes with 3 pieces by Mike Woods.

Blah Blah Blah, Master! Master! Blah Blah Blah

Aug 12th, 2022 33m 25s

In this episode I discuss my latest trip to Prague, a new horror movie I love, and a book that I don't. The show caps off with 2 excellent pieces by Vincenzo Adelini.

Episode 42

Jun 18th, 2022 42m 23s

In this episode, I consider life without iced tea, talk about guitar transcriptions for percussion, and ask if a certain set of etudes is slightly overrated. The show ends with a work from Kristian Heim's upcoming album.

Ep 41

May 29th, 2022 39m 41s

In this episode I talk about some interesting finds at a local music shop, and we hear fantastic music from Rob Ainsley.

Episode 40

Apr 27th, 2022 34m 26s

Topics include the introduction Gimli the Corgi, something I learned about harp strings, and an original joke by me. The show caps off with 3 new compositions from Kristian Heim.

Episode 39

Mar 23rd, 2022 32m 18s

In this episode I lament a happening, reveal a coming change in my life, and talk about a way to overcome a bout with writer's block. The show ends with 3 compositions from Freya Shaw.

May be the last time, I don't know...ohoh

Feb 24th, 2022 44m 6s

In this episode I talk about my next dog, how I hate certain tunings, how Unsolved Mysteries inspired a great horror movie, and of course emails. We then revisit some great guitar pieces by Gisli Johann Gretarsson.

Am I going to the Iron Maiden Fair?

Jan 17th, 2022 32m 46s

In this episode I talk about that time someone asked John Cage a question regarding flatulence. I also talk about an upcoming concert I've bought tickets to. The show ends with my latest composition.

The Musical that Never Happened

Dec 17th, 2021 25m 45s

In this episode I discuss a new technique for overcoming recording difficulties, why staff paper makes me angry, and come to terms with Halloween Kills. The episode ends with a great piece by Fadi Rachid.

Jonah Garcia?

Nov 28th, 2021 48m 51s

In this episode I discuss why you shouldn't keep your guitar in the case, my thoughts on the Jerry Garcia casting, and my feelings on the "music" of John Cage. The episode ends with 12 Studies by Martin Slater.

Do Like Momma Says!

Oct 28th, 2021 1h 1m

In this episode, I discuss music in the works, neighbor problems, and we revisit music by Daniel Ainsworth. I am then joined by Jeremy Showgren and Parker Robinson for a special discussion on Friday the 13th movies.

Do Like Momma Says!

Oct 28th, 2021 1h 5m

Episode 33

Sep 27th, 2021 24m 17s

In this short episode, I talk about saying goodbye to the beloved family dog, and debate names for a fishing boat. We cap off the episode with music by Oliver Waterman.

Episode 32

Aug 24th, 2021 41m 22s

In episode 32 I discuss my latest approach to composing and overcoming writer's block. Topics also include some recent horror movies I've seen and how Grateful Dead music belongs on the classical guitar. The show caps off with 2 great pieces by