Nobody ever told me to do this. I wish they had, years ago. As a typical music geek kid, I wasn’t into sports as a youngster, preferring to practice, listen to and play music. Consequently I had poor muscle tone, particularly in my upper body. I had “grampa bod” at the age of 14. A massage therapist … [Read more...] about Weight Walking for Musicians – Core Strengthening for endurance and improved performance
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Playlist of recent videos featuring Jon Burr
I found this playlist of recent videos on YouTube - a lot of footage, most I didn't know about! … [Read more...] about Playlist of recent videos featuring Jon Burr
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Review of “The Untold Secret to Melodic Bass” in Bass World Magazine
Review in Bass World Magazine, the publication of The International Society of Bassists. [This review appeared in the August issue, Vol 35, #1, pp 54-55] The Untold Secret to Melodic Bass - Jon Burr jbQ Media $14.99 32 pages Jon Burr is a noted first call bassist in the New York area, having … [Read more...] about Review of “The Untold Secret to Melodic Bass” in Bass World Magazine
Open Letter to Rick Jones of Acoustic Image
Hey Rick I've played the Ten2 on a few gigs now - once in a restaurant-beer hall, and once in a hotel restaurant cabaret, and another in a small theater. The latter 2 had house sound. You already know I like the amp, the technology and the features, so this isn't about that, but something more … [Read more...] about Open Letter to Rick Jones of Acoustic Image