This particular song requires the use of 5 capos. The farthest one up is a normal capo, but the others are partial capos that are custom-made for him. Each of the partial capos only affects a few of the strings instead of all six, which is why you see him playing up between the capos sometimes. Despite each song's incredible complexity, the overall effect is generally very calming. I personally enjoy using it as studying/relaxing music. I'll be curious to see what you guys think!
Friday, September 21, 2012
Trace Bundy
This is another great example of an artist who is playing in his own way. I discovered Trace Bundy's music when he came to perform at a church youth conference I attended, which got me really interested in his music. He performs around the US and occasionally world, and has some CDs out (two of which I own). I actually like listening to some of his other songs better, but Hot Capo Stew is one of the best visual examples of how he's departed from the "guitar-playing norm".
This particular song requires the use of 5 capos. The farthest one up is a normal capo, but the others are partial capos that are custom-made for him. Each of the partial capos only affects a few of the strings instead of all six, which is why you see him playing up between the capos sometimes. Despite each song's incredible complexity, the overall effect is generally very calming. I personally enjoy using it as studying/relaxing music. I'll be curious to see what you guys think!
This particular song requires the use of 5 capos. The farthest one up is a normal capo, but the others are partial capos that are custom-made for him. Each of the partial capos only affects a few of the strings instead of all six, which is why you see him playing up between the capos sometimes. Despite each song's incredible complexity, the overall effect is generally very calming. I personally enjoy using it as studying/relaxing music. I'll be curious to see what you guys think!
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I found this really cool and I really do give credit to the people who come up with these ideas as how to play music in their own way. I wish I was that creative. I really loved how he made all of those just to fit him and you were right. this music is very calming and relaxing. I may refer to thi more often!
ReplyDeleteWow! That was amazing! Playing the guitar myself I know how difficult finger picking is especially with a capo but to do it with 5 different capos! That almost seems impossible! Then he took them off the guitar one by one while playing to song?! I very much respect and admire this guys creativity. I am for sure going to look up this guys music, I was just so impressed by his musical skill!
ReplyDeleteThis is so relaxing, I love listening to stuff like this. It always calms me down and puts smiles on my face. i think it is so cool the way that he is playing with 5 capos!
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