Woodsurfer
Joined: Feb 07, 2009
Posts: 310
Bel Air, MD USA
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 05:07 PM
For my nickel, much of the fun of guitar playing lies in the process of figuring out a new tune. When I'm hot on the trail, the song consumes me -- I play it over and over both the recording and the "in the head" playback device. I pick up the guitar whenever I get a chance and go over the parts I've already learned, trying to increase my accuracy and work out new sections a bit at at time until the whole picture begins to emerge under my fingers. This week's project is "Black Sand Beach" by Yuzo Kayama. What's yours?
-- Woody
— It takes a lot of mussel memory to avoid clams.
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badash
Joined: Aug 18, 2006
Posts: 1732
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 05:23 PM
I've never played much Ventures, just the obvious stuff. Walk don't run, diamond head... You know. So I've just decided to go from A to Z on the Ventures albums I have. Learn them in order as they appear on the records. Not worrying about retaining them after I learn them. Learn them correctly, and move on. It's a good exercise.
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Staredge
Joined: Sep 27, 2008
Posts: 1149
Damascus, Maryland
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 05:31 PM
Tradewind by the Space Cossacks and Dimension 66 by The Ghastly Ones.
— Will
"You're done, once you're a surfer you're done. You're in. It's like the mob or something. You're not getting out." - Kelly Slater
The Luau Cinders
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Stormtiger
Joined: Dec 12, 2006
Posts: 2684
Ventura, CA
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 05:45 PM
I've just finished learning Floating, Turquoise and Land's End all by Laika and the Cosmonauts. Turquoise is one of the toughest I've tried in while, keeps you on your toes but I think I've nailed it.
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Ruhar
Joined: Jun 21, 2007
Posts: 3909
San Diego, CA
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 05:47 PM
Stormtiger
Turquoise is one of the toughest I've tried in while, keeps you on your toes but I think I've nailed it.
That's funny you mention that one Doug. We've just started covering that.
— Ryan
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Ron-Rhoades
Joined: Aug 19, 2006
Posts: 958
Kekaha, Kauai, Hawaii
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 06:06 PM
I'm working on...
"La Planche" and "Theme For Troubled Youth" by The Vanduras
"Cruel Sea" and "Home" by The Ventures
"Theme For Young Lovers" by The Shadows
"Feel Good All Over" an instrumental by The Shakers from their 1975 Elektra/Asylum LP 'Yankee Reggae'....I'm making a surf tune out of it!!
Aloha Surf Dogs......
R-R
— The TakeOffs
"Kauai's Only All-Instrumental Surf Band"
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-TakeOffs/312866840587
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Stormtiger
Joined: Dec 12, 2006
Posts: 2684
Ventura, CA
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 06:56 PM
Ruhar
Stormtiger
Turquoise is one of the toughest I've tried in while, keeps you on your toes but I think I've nailed it.
That's funny you mention that one Doug. We've just started covering that.
That is without a doubt my favorite by them, the guitar just keeps coming at you. I'd love to hear your rendition.
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mom_surfing
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 5308
the outer banks of north carolina
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 07:17 PM
"e-five" by the eliminators
— www.surfintheeye.com
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wooza
Joined: Apr 24, 2006
Posts: 1618
Ithaca, NY
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 07:59 PM
Interesting that this should come up right at a time when I've decided I don't learn enough songs through and through. I'm trying to take the initiative now.
A couple weeks ago I figured out "Runaway From Zardoz" by Los Twang Marvels, which might just be my single favorite song to play. Such a great tune, and with lots to do on the fretboard which keeps it fun. That guy Alex really knows how to compose a song. And just today I started working on "Tokyo Drifter" by the Born Losers (or is it just "Born Losers"?). Abraham has got me hooked listening to these guys. Really great stuff.
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Pappa_Surf
Joined: Oct 28, 2008
Posts: 671
Winnipeg, Canada
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Posted on Mar 25 2009 08:59 PM
Working on Lynxtail. Rhythm and Lead. And trying to master barre chords for the first time.
— https://www.facebook.com/index.php?lh=9353f9155b5ff32e14c998495fd00da4&#!/rich.derksen.7
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Abe
Joined: Mar 12, 2008
Posts: 1237
Bay Area
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Posted on Mar 26 2009 03:06 PM
 "Tokyo Drifter" by the Born Losers is da shiznit. I really dig their tune "Cycle Guitars" I just finished learning that one. And I'm also learning some songs on the drums. I'm trying to play "Boot-Leg" by Booker T & the MG's. Also some Sonics tunes. I'm learning "The Hustler", "Shot Down", and I'm trying "Cinderella"(this one is a little difficult for me because of the bass drum patterns). That Bob Bennette is pretty damn' crazy. I love his drumming, probably one of my favorites! Also a little early 90's gangsta ass HipHop(also on the drums).
— The Deadbeats
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Icetech
Joined: Dec 16, 2006
Posts: 892
Macomb Mich
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Posted on Mar 26 2009 10:49 PM
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DNAdude
Joined: Aug 01, 2008
Posts: 404
North Carolina
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Posted on Mar 27 2009 07:38 AM
Not exactly surf, though it may be before I'm done with it...Invention in F by everybody's friend J.S. Bach
— Ralph
The Storm Surfers
Be at one with the universe. If you can't do that, at least be at one with your guitar.
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Surfgitar
Joined: Mar 16, 2007
Posts: 1342
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
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Posted on Mar 27 2009 07:57 AM
Ewa on the Beach, by Frankie & the Poolboys.
— CUTBACK
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Doctor_Morbius
Joined: Oct 26, 2008
Posts: 608
This Planet Earth
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Posted on Mar 30 2009 05:50 PM
See this youtube vid at 0:35 for the perfect Luther Perkins drip. That's what I'm working on. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_HL0WA_bas
— Cats 'n' Strats, 'cause that's how I roll - I eat reverb for breakfast!
Fenderus Collecticus
Strat Blender Pot Modification HERE
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P2gee
Joined: Jul 05, 2006
Posts: 264
Waco Texas
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Posted on Mar 30 2009 09:27 PM
badash
I've never played much Ventures, just the obvious stuff. Walk don't run, diamond head... You know. So I've just decided to go from A to Z on the Ventures albums I have. Learn them in order as they appear on the records. Not worrying about retaining them after I learn them. Learn them correctly, and move on. It's a good exercise.
I have done this and agree it is a good exercise. Besides they have done some pretty cool stuff outside of WDR. Dont know if you have got to Last Date yet, but that one kick my buns for awhile....finally got it though.
— 2012-2013: FILTHY POLAROIDS
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Staredge
Joined: Sep 27, 2008
Posts: 1149
Damascus, Maryland
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Posted on Mar 30 2009 09:54 PM
An hour and two Mai Tais later.....this stuff is hard!!!!! Glad I have my trainer. Can't imagine trying to do this stuff at speed. Did manage to hit a riff that I have always loved. 
(One of my favorite air guitar riffs!!!!!! )
— Will
"You're done, once you're a surfer you're done. You're in. It's like the mob or something. You're not getting out." - Kelly Slater
The Luau Cinders
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wooza
Joined: Apr 24, 2006
Posts: 1618
Ithaca, NY
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Posted on Apr 19 2009 11:45 PM
Yesterday I started working on the Ventures' "Rap City" (Brahms's Hungarian Dance No. 5), probably my favorite track on their live album. Damn, it's tough! But tons of fun to play. This has been a good exercise in a) using my pinky finger more and b) focusing on more precise, snappy playing. Great arrangement, and a nice challenge.
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morphball
Joined: Dec 23, 2008
Posts: 3324
Pittsboro, NC
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Posted on Apr 20 2009 07:28 AM
I got frustrated with Setzer's version of Caravan this weekend, and knocked out a couple I was meaning to learn, Our Favorite Martian (LSJ) and Squad Car (SP). Trad stuff is usually so quick to learn but gratifying!
— Mike
http://www.youtube.com/morphballio
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Ruhar
Joined: Jun 21, 2007
Posts: 3909
San Diego, CA
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Posted on Apr 20 2009 10:14 AM
wooza
Yesterday I started working on the Ventures' "Rap City" (Brahms's Hungarian Dance No. 5), probably my favorite track on their live album. Damn, it's tough! But tons of fun to play. This has been a good exercise in a) using my pinky finger more and b) focusing on more precise, snappy playing. Great arrangement, and a nice challenge.
Ben, nice choice! We've been covering that one for about a year or so.
— Ryan
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