Lofi Beats & The Circle of Fifths
Strong Songs
Introduction
Strong songs is a podcast about music. In this episode, Kirk hamilton answers listener questions on different types of musical buses. He also talks to Scott pemberton who has been teaching him guitar for the past couple of months. The show is supported by you, each and every one of you who has made a donation or become a patron of the show.
Kirk answers a crop of new listener questions on topics ranging from Steve Perry's vocal technique, Art Garfunkel's guitarmonies, the Carolina Crown's viral brass section warmup, Ram Jam's chaotic riffs, and how to explain complex music theory concepts to non-musicians.
FEATURED/DISCUSSED:
- “Elbow Grease” by Scott Pemberton from Timber Rock, 2015
- “A Song for You” by Leon Russell from Leon Russell, 1970
- "Scissors Cut" by Art Garfunkel from Scissors Cut, 1981
- “Carolina Crown’s Hornline Drops the Hammer in Houston”
- “Goodbye Yelow Brick Road” by Elton John and Bernie Taupin from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, 1973
- "Morning Moon" by Kanisan ft. Wishes and Dreams and “Stargazing” by Kayou via lofi girl on YouTube
- Slate's Decoder Ring on “That Seattle Muzak Sound,” by Benjamin Frisch
- "Black Betty," traditional work song performed by Ram Jam, 1977
- LearnSomeDrums’ lesson on the drum part for Black Betty
- “Open Arms” by Journey from Escape, 1981
- "You've Got a Friend" by Carole King from Tapestry, 1971
OUTRO SOLOIST: Oren Kaunfer
Oren has been playing the harp for 20+ years, sitting in with bands in Brooklyn and Boston. By day he brings his harmonica, guitar, mandolin, percussion, and tons of music into his work as the Spiritual Educator at the Jewish Community Day School in Boston.
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