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Russ Wever

 

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Kansas City
Post  Posted 26 Nov 2004 6:27 pm    
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In a previous post, Klaus had asked about raising strings one and seven by a half-tone.

Here is 'brisklick' example of using that particular raise on string one.

Click here to hear> Brisklick.

Playing these 'descending diatonic half-scales' goes like this:
First Measure>
  • At fret 20, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with the 'F' Knee.
  • At fret 18, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with the 'F' Knee and the Knee raising the first string a half-tone.
  • At fret 17, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with no Knee-levers.
  • At fret 15, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with the 'F' Knee.

    Second Measure>
  • At fret 13, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with the 'F' Knee and the Knee raising the first string a half-tone.
  • At fret 12, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with the Knee lowering the second string a half-tone.
  • At fret 10, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with no Knees.
  • At fret 8, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with the 'F' Knee.

    Third Measure>
  • At fret 6, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with the 'F' Knee and the Knee raising the first string a half-tone.
  • At fret 5, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with no Knees.
  • At fret 3, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2 with the 'F' Knee.
  • At fret 1, play strings 3, then 1, then 4 then 2, with the 'F' Knee and the Knee raising the first string a half-tone.

    Fourth Measure>
  • At fret 1, play string 3. (Finish)

Careful muting and even timing will keep the notes from 'wadding up'.
~Russ
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Klaus Caprani


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Copenhagen, Denmark
Post  Posted 27 Nov 2004 2:36 am    
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Thanks a lot. This is definetely one I'll practice in december when I get some more time at hand

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John Daugherty


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Rolla, Missouri, USA
Post  Posted 27 Nov 2004 4:07 am    
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Russ, another example of your helpful contributions to the forum.
I am so glad to see that you are "healing and helping".
I was injured last week when my ATV turned over on me on a mountainside. I can't play guitar now but I know I will whip these injuries and soon slide up to my lovable Marlen.
At least I can learn and help on the forum while I am recovering.
Keep on keepin on......JD
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Joey Ace


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Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Post  Posted 27 Nov 2004 8:31 am    
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Thanks Russ! Quite a hot lick. Reminds me of Doug J's scale work,
or (dare I say) Bobby Thompson's cash-cow banjo lick.

Why the name "Brisklick"?

I've transcribed your words into the following notation.

I'd call it "Connected Descending Fourths".
A study of the notes shows why that name is descriptive of what's happening.

The adventorus student should take this idea and change it to "Connected Descending Thirds", with a Triplet Feel.

Also try "Un-connected Descending Fourths" and "Un-connected Descending Thirdhs".


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Peter

 

Post  Posted 27 Nov 2004 9:14 am    
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Why the name "Brisklick"?

Ask Jimbeaux, he knows what a Bris is.

[This message was edited by Peter on 27 November 2004 at 09:15 AM.]

Joey Ace


From:
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Post  Posted 28 Nov 2004 1:35 pm    
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This is a great intonation exersize, too.

Play it with a drone A note coming from another source. For me it'm my V-SAM.

Moving to TABLATURE....
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Jim Cohen


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Philadelphia, PA
Post  Posted 28 Nov 2004 1:46 pm    
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quote:
Why the name "Brisklick"?
Ask Jimbeaux, he knows what a Bris is

You mean if you play this fast enough, you could...? Naaah! I don' believe it!
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Michael Dene


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Gippsland,Victoria, Australia
Post  Posted 28 Nov 2004 3:47 pm    
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Thanks Russ... and the variations are endless!!

It'll keep me busy for a while.

Joey... what program are you using to do your Tab/Notation? It looks really good and I love the rythm notation on the Tab.



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Michael
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Joey Ace


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Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Post  Posted 28 Nov 2004 3:53 pm    
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Tabledit, Michael.

It also plays the music.

Do a search in this section for Tabledit and you find out more about it. The designer asked for our advice on the Pedal Steel Features.

The up/down arrows were a feature I requested.
It also does letters. www.tabledit.com
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Michael Dene


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Gippsland,Victoria, Australia
Post  Posted 28 Nov 2004 4:01 pm    
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Joey...thanks for your prompt reply !!

It sure looks good.

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Michael
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HowardR


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N.Y.C.-Fire Island-Asheville
Post  Posted 28 Nov 2004 4:01 pm    
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So it's true,....Jimbeaux does play for tips!
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Drew Howard


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Post  Posted 2 Dec 2004 6:41 am    
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In the words of Del McCoury "That's hard!"

My right hand blocking is terrible for speedpicking, so I play those notes on the 5th, 4th and 2nd strings, though it sounds more legato.


2--------12L------------10--------------8------
3----------------------------------------------
4-----12-------------10----10--------8F---8F---
5-12A--------12A^10A----------10A^8A---------8A

etc., etc.

Drew



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Russ Wever

 

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Kansas City
Post  Posted 5 Dec 2004 2:52 am    
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Quote:
Why the name "Brisklick"?


Somehow, 'Snailpace' didn't feel appropo

Quote:
I'd call it "Connected Descending Fourths"


"Descending Diatonic Half-scales"

~Russ

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Russ Wever

 

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Kansas City
Post  Posted 11 Dec 2004 1:43 am    
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In a message dated . . . . , james.***@***.net writes:

Hi Russ, Greetings from Watford UK.
Thanks for the great lick.
Do you use two or three fingers for this run??
Thanks in advance.
Merry Xmas, James.

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Hi James -

One finger and thumb -

I use thumb on string 3, then 2nd-finger on string 1 then thumb on string 4 then 2nd-finger on string 2.

I keep my righthand somewhat 'fixed' (in a 'stance') so that the distance between thumb and 2nd finger is maintained, and use the 'twist-of-the-wrist' more than flexing-the-knuckles to move the picks.

By using thumb-and-finger (rather than thumb and two fingers) the picking becomes 'alternating in (finger) and out' (thumb) strokes - like a guitarist using the flat-pick with 'alternating up and down' strokes to maximize efficiency.

Thanks,
~Russ

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In a message dated . . . . , james.***@***.net writes:

Hello Russ, Many thanks for the finger explanation, it was as I figured.
The "stance" of the finger positioning you advocate is enlightening and is something that I'm sure would be of great interest to all forum members.
I'm indebted to you. . . . . .
Kindest regards.
James (UK)

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